About the Role The Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority (GORCAPA) is seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Project Manager to join our Capital Works Team on a 6-month fixed-term basis.

This role is responsible for leading the planning, procurement and delivery of major capital works projects across one of Australia's most iconic coastal regions. Working across a diverse portfolio of infrastructure projects, you will manage every stage of project delivery, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, within budget and to the highest standard.

You will play a critical role in delivering community and visitor infrastructure that protects and enhances the unique environmental, cultural and heritage values of the Great Ocean Road region.

What You'll Do

- Manage the end-to-end delivery of major capital works projects, including projects exceeding $10 million.
- Develop project scopes, budgets, schedules, risk assessments and project management plans.
- Oversee consultants, contractors and project stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
- Administer construction and consultancy contracts and support procurement activities.
- Monitor project performance, budgets, risks and quality outcomes.
- Prepare high-quality reports, board papers and funding body updates.
- Coordinate stakeholder engagement with government agencies, funding partners, community groups and internal teams.
- Provide specialist project management advice across the organisation.
- Mentor and support team members in project governance, reporting and project delivery best practice.
- Ensure compliance with relevant legislative, cultural heritage, environmental and occupational health and safety requirements.

What We're Looking For

You are an experienced project management qualified with a strong track record delivering complex capital works projects from concept through to completion.





To be successful in this role, you will bring:

- Qualifications in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Environmental Management, Project Management or a related discipline.
- Significant experience managing complex infrastructure, building or civil works projects.
- Strong financial management, project planning and risk management capabilities.
- Experience coordinating contractors, consultants and multiple stakeholder groups.
- Excellent communication, consultation and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and deliver outcomes within tight timeframes.
- Strong knowledge of construction management, project governance and contract administration.
- A collaborative leadership style with the ability to mentor and support others.
- White Card (Construction Induction Training).
- Experience in coastal infrastructure, coastal engineering or resilience planning will be highly regarded.

Why Join Us

At GORCAPA, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to projects that make a lasting impact on communities, visitors and the environment.

We offer

- The opportunity to work on high-profile and meaningful projects across the Great Ocean Road region.
- A collaborative and values-driven workplace culture.
- The chance to help shape and protect one of Australia's most significant natural and cultural landscapes.
- Diverse and rewarding project work across coastal, environmental and community infrastructure.
- Flexible and supportive working arrangements.
- A passionate team committed to creating positive outcomes for future generations.

Applications require a cover letter and current resume, and can be made via our Careers Website below, or via seek:

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Senior Project Manager - 6-month fixed-term Job in Torquay, South West Coast VIC - SEEK

Applications closing on 30 September 2026, 11:59 PM

📌 Senior Project Manager (Torquay)
🏢 Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority
📍 Torquay