Job Description

About the Role n

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.

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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.

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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 n

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

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

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To be successful in this role, you will bring:

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

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

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We offer:

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- The opportunity to work on high-profile and meaningful projects across the Great Ocean Road region.
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- A cooperative and values-driven workplace culture.
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- The chance to help shape and protect one of Australia's most significant natural and cultural landscapes.
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- Diverse and rewarding project work across coastal, environmental and community infrastructure.
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- Flexible and supportive working arrangements.
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📌 Senior Project Manager (Torquay)
🏢 Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority
📍 Torquay