Infrastructure Development Delivery (IDD) is responsible for the delivery, review and acceptance of CED municipal infrastructure including: Design review and asset acceptance for offsite works associated with private development; CED capital works and infrastructure delivery program including for City Operations, ACT NoWaste, Transport Canberra, Libraries ACT, Domestic Animal Services and other business units; Major project interface and coordination including the directorate’s involvement in light rail and major road projects – project scope and performance requirements, design review and acceptance, traffic modelling validation, and asset handover.

The Project Manager is responsible for the planning, design scope, procurement and execution of key capital projects for CED. The role is responsible for ensuring allocation of appropriate resources to deliver quality, timely and value for money outcomes that are fit for purpose and compliant with relevant policies, codes, regulations and legislation. The role will lead the delivery of simple to complex works projects to deliver great services to the Canberra community.

The primary tasks required to be undertaken include:

- Develop and effectively project manage multiple capital works projects through the engagement of ACT Government delivery agencies, consultancies and / or contractors.
- Develop and maintain positive relationships and communications with stakeholders, both internal to CED, other ACT Government Directorates and importantly with community and relevant stakeholder groups.




- Application of well-developed skills in project management and urban realm/ landscape design to meet demanding schedules as well as provide professional advice and assistance to other officers and managers within IDD. These skills will include, guiding landscape/ public realm design, project planning, project budget management and legislative approvals.

Should you have any questions relating to the position, please contact Angela Hauzer on (02) 6207 1612.

Please see attached Position Description for details of the duties to be undertaken.

Eligibility/Other Requirements:

Skilled / Technical Skills

- Hold a relevant professional qualification in Landscape Architecture, Architecture, Urban Design, engineering, or Project Management or accreditation with a professional body recognised within Australia; or
- Hold a relevant building degree; or
- Have significant building or Infrastructure knowledge and/or project management experience with a minimum of three to five years’ experience.

Notes: This is a temporary position available immediately for two years with the possibility of extension and/or permanency.

Selection may be based on application and referee reports only.





A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months.

How to Apply: Please submit a written two-page response of pitch addressing the Selection Criteria outlined in the Position Description. Please provide evidence of your suitability for the role demonstrating how your Skills, Knowledge and Experience make you the best candidate for this position.

Succinct applications that clearly demonstrate applicants’ contribution towards successful team projects will be viewed highly.

Applications should also include a current curriculum vitae and the name and contact details of two referees.

Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now button below.

Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service.

Where an offer of employment is for a fixed-term period, any related temporary contracts within the Territory will be issued in compliance with the requirements and applicable exceptions outlined in the Fair Work Act.

The ACT public service is committed to closing the gap, underpinned by the belief that when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have a genuine say in the design and delivery of policies, programs and services that affect them, better life outcomes are achieved. More information can be found here ACT Closing the Gap Implementation Plan - ACT Government Transparency Portal.

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This is a temporary position available immediately for two years with the possibility of extension and/or permanency.

📌 Project Manager Full-time Temporary with a Possibility of Permanency (Australian Capital Territory)
🏢 Act Government
📍 Australian Capital Territory