Senior Project Manager - Tertiary Education

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Posted

17-Jul-2025

Location

Salary

Work Type

Full Time

Sector

Property

Reference

3945570

Your New Company:
You will be joining an extremely well-established and highly regarded Project Management Consultancy, based in Melbourne CBD.
This consultancy has already established key relationships with a wide variety of clients through the impressive networks of the directors.
They’ve developed a wide portfolio spanning across multiple sectors, including; Industrial, Infrastructure, Commercial, Education, Retail, Student Accommodation, Healthcare, Civic, Sports & Rec, Data Centres, and, Aviation. 
This role offers an excellent opportunity for an ambitious and motivated project manager who wants to get involved with building a successful brand and become a key figure within the business.
  
Your New Role:
You will be joining the team as a Senior Project Manager, where you will take a lead role on projects and within the office, working closely with the Directors and wider team.
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include managing the overall planning, execution, monitoring, and closing of a project, while ensuring that the project is completed on time, within budget, and to the satisfaction of the client.
Some specific responsibilities may include:
  • Developing project plans and timelines, including project objectives, deliverables, and milestones.
  • Managing project teams and coordinating the efforts of team members to ensure that the project is completed on schedule.
  • Communicating with the client to understand their needs and objectives, and to ensure that the project is meeting their expectations.
  • Managing project budgets and financials, including tracking project costs and managing project finances.
  • Identifying and managing project risks, and developing and implementing risk management plans.
  • Managing project change requests and ensuring that changes are implemented in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Coordinating and managing project testing and quality assurance activities.
  • Leading project closeout activities, including finalizing project deliverables, conducting project evaluations, and documenting project results.
  • Providing guidance and mentoring to project team members, and ensuring that they have the necessary skills and resources to complete their tasks.
  • Continuously monitoring project progress and making adjustments as necessary to ensure that the project is on track to meet its objectives.
  
Job Requirements:
To be suitable for this role, you must have the following:
  • A degree in a relevant field such as project management, engineering, or construction management.
  • A minimum of 8 years of experience in project management, with experience working on Tertiary/Higher Education projects.
  • Strong leadership skills, including the ability to lead and manage teams, delegate tasks, and make decisions.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with clients, stakeholders, and team members.
  • Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills, with the ability to identify and mitigate project risks.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and timelines simultaneously.
  • Strong financial and budget management skills, with the ability to manage project budgets and financials.
  • Knowledge of local construction industry and a strong knowledge of the Victorian Building Codes.
  
Additional Info/Benefits:
  • Competitive salary package
  • Flexible working options
  • Excellent progression opportunities.
  • CBD based office and very accessible by multiple forms of Public Transport
  • Regular social events, including weekly drinks and quarterly team social events.
  • Mentorship from Directors and Senior Team Members who have a wealth of experience.
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