About the Chance:

Aspect Personnel is working with a large, diverse metropolitan council to find an experienced Civil Project Manager for a temporary assignment, covering a team member who is on secondment. You'll join the Capital Delivery team and keep a live program of civil renewal and upgrade projects on track, from planning through to construction and handover.

This is a hands-on role for someone who can step in quickly. You'll take ownership of contracts and stakeholders, and help Council meet its capital works delivery targets.

Key Responsibilities:
Manage civil and infrastructure projects from planning and design through to construction and handover to service managers
Deliver a portfolio of about $4 million on time and within budget
Prepare briefs, tenders and specifications, and manage consultants and contractors
Act as Superintendent's Representative and advise the Superintendent
Carry out risk assessments and prepare quality and probity plans
Evaluate design options on economic, aesthetic, maintenance and construction grounds
Give engineering support on stormwater and Integrated Water Management matters
Engage with Council officers, residents,



authorities, contractors and consultants, and chair project meetings
Track budgets, financial phasing and schedules, and prepare regular progress reports for management and Council under the PMO framework

About You:
A tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering or Civil Project Management, or extensive project management experience in an assets and capital delivery setting
Substantial experience delivering complex civil projects, including financial management
Proven contract management experience, including Superintendent or Superintendent's Representative duties
Skill in preparing briefs and complex tenders, and interpreting plans, specifications and technical reports
Solid analytical, problem-solving and costing skills
Excellent written and verbal communication, with robust negotiation and stakeholder skills

How to Apply: If you're available for an immediate temporary assignment, click Apply and attach your resume. For a confidential discussion, contact Matt Larner at Aspect Personnel.

📌 Civil Project Manager Local Government Temporary Contract Melbourne (Australia)
🏢 Aspect Personnel
📍 Australia