Senior Project Manager - Local Government
Senior Project Manager - Local Government
Lead projects.
Lead people.
Make things happen.
Adelaide based | Fortnightly travel | Projects up to $5M
Our client is seeking an experiencedSenior Project Managerto join its growing Local Government team, supporting long term regional council partnerships within South Australia.
This is a hands onproject delivery rolefor someone who enjoys managing multiple projects, leading teams and seeing things through from scoping to completion.
Working closely with the Sector Manager, you'll take ownership of a portfolio of projects valued up to $5 million, while building solid relationships with the client and delivery teams.
What you'll do
Manage multiple projects fromscoping and procurement through to delivery, handover and close out
Lead project teams, contractors and consultants
Managescope, program, budget, risk and quality
Oversee procurement, contract administration, variations and change control
Coordinate contractors and site activities
Provide clear reporting to clients and senior stakeholders
Support the Sector Manager with team leadership and day to day delivery
What we're looking for
You're astrong project manager first and foremost, with the confidence to take ownership and drive projects to completion.
You'll bring:




10+ years' experiencein project management and delivery
Experience managing multiple projects concurrently, ideally up to $5M in value
Demonstrated experience leading project teams, contractors and consultants
Strong procurement, contract administration and commercial skills
Excellent project scheduling, risk and cost management capability
A qualification in engineering, construction, project management or a related technical discipline, with engineering qualifications highly regarded
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Local Government, utilities or infrastructure experience advantageous
Asset management experience preferred but not essential
Current driver's licence and willingness to travel
National Police Check and White Card
Australian Citizenship or Permanent Residency
Why this opportunity?
Manage a diverse portfolio of projects up to $5M
Adelaide based with regional travel within South Australia as needed
Genuine autonomy and ownership
Long term client relationships and repeat work
Supportive, growing Local Government teams
Permanent, contract or casualoptions available
Ready to take the lead?
Our client is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity and inclusion.
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