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 experienced

Senior Project Manager to join its growing Local Government team, supporting long term regional council partnerships within South Australia.

This is a hands on

project delivery role for 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 strong relationships with the client and delivery teams.

What you'll do

Manage multiple projects from

scoping and procurement through to delivery, handover and close out

Lead project teams, contractors and consultants

Manage

scope, 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 a

strong project manager first and foremost , with the confidence to take ownership and drive projects to completion.

You'll bring:





10+ years' experience in 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 prospect?

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 casual options available

Ready to take the lead?

Our client is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity and inclusion.

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