Junior Project Manager

Job Category: Construction, Architecture & Interior Design, Consulting and Strategy, Government, Defence & Emergency
ABOUT US Moira Shire Council is an innovative and progressive local government organisation committed to serving the needs of communities across a large regional shire located on the Murray River almost 3 hours north of Melbourne.
Our region includes four major towns - Cobram, Numurkah, Nathalia and Yarrawonga, one of Victoria's most popular holiday destinations.
We are a team of diverse individuals who enjoy many lifestyle benefits of working for Moira Shire Council.
Some of these benefits include:
A family-friendly workplace that lives by our values of Respect, Integrity, Accountability, Honesty, and TeamworkAccess to annual flu shots.Annual skin checks.Opportunity to salary package.Opportunity for flexible work arrangements.Out of hours Social Club.Access Employee Assistance Program.Can and soft-plastic collection.The ability to make a tangible difference to your community.16 weeks paid parental leave for primary caregiver and 6 weeks for secondary carer.Please note all benefits are considered individually for roles on a pro-rata basis.
Temporary and part-time roles may not be eligible for all inclusions. Moira Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer offering flexible work arrangements for employees in a family-friendly workplace. Moira promotes a workplace that actively seeks to include, welcome and value the contributions of all people and encourages people with a disability, Aboriginal Australians, young people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply. Job DescriptionKey Responsibilities and Functions Teamwork Assist in coordinating project teams to achieve key milestones, ensuring alignment with the project scope and objectives.Manage small-scale projects independently, ensuring milestones and objectives are met within established parameters.Foster a positive team culture by encouraging collaboration, engagement, and accountability among stakeholders.Contribute to building team capacity through ongoing support, guidance, and feedback, fostering a collaborative environment.Attend meetings as directed, contributing to effective project planning and delivery.Communication and Stakeholder Management Assist in maintaining effective communication and relationships with stakeholders to support the timely resolution of issues and promote a strong customer focus.Independently manage stakeholder communication and coordination for assigned projects, ensuring clear and timely updates.Develop and sustain professional relationships with stakeholders to facilitate the planning, approval, and delivery of projects.Support the review of plans and proposals by coordinating stakeholder feedback and ensuring alignment during the construction phase.Prepare accurate and timely written responses and reports tailored to the needs of the audience, in consultation with relevant departments and authorities.Occupational Health and Safety – Quality Management Apply Council policies and procedures to ensure compliance with OH&S, EEO, workplace harassment prevention, and the Code of Conduct.Ensure assigned projects meet quality standards by managing governance, resource allocation, and reporting processes in line with the Council's PMF.Monitor contractor activities to ensure adherence to OH&S, Environmental, and Quality standards, including conducting site visits and maintaining proper documentation.Maintain comprehensive project records for reporting purposes, including participation in post-implementation reviews to document outcomes.Identify and manage project interdependencies for smaller projects to maximise efficiencies and align with organisational deliverables.Assist in the development and maintenance of project risk registers by collaborating with subject matter experts to identify critical paths, cost estimates, and project scopes.Independently address risks, develop contingency plans, and evaluate project impacts for smaller projects within their capability.Support contractor inductions, ensuring adherence to safety and risk management policies, and contribute to minimising Council's risks as part of the Risk Management Strategy.Budget Management Assist in monitoring and managing project budgets, ensuring cost-effectiveness and efficiency for assigned projects.Manage budgets for smaller projects, ensuring expenditure remains within approved limits.Provide accurate financial documentation and regular updates on project progress and budget status.Notify supervisors of any potential budget variances and support strategies to address these proactively.Project Planning Support project development and planning within the Capital Delivery Program, including assisting with stakeholder management and external funding applications.Plan and manage smaller projects independently, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with organisational objectives.Contribute to implementing tools and strategies for continuous monitoring, evaluation, and improvement of infrastructure projects.Design Management Assist in facilitating design development stages, ensuring compliance with Council strategies, policies, and specifications in collaboration with consultants and internal experts.Manage the design development process for smaller projects, ensuring alignment with stakeholder expectations and organisational requirements.Procurement Support the development of specifications and designs for small-scale projects in collaboration with stakeholders and subject matter experts.Prepare and manage tender packages and coordinate procurement processes for projects within their scope of responsibility.Maintain confidentiality and ensure adherence to probity standards during procurement to uphold fairness and integrity.Contracts Compile and form contracts for execution related to assigned projects.Manage contracts between Council and third parties for smaller projects, ensuring compliance with terms and conditions.Project Execution and Closure Manage smaller construction projects, ensuring compliance with specifications, performance criteria, and aesthetic standards.Facilitate project activities, ensuring the correct sequence of work and preventing unnecessary rework of assets.Oversee task prioritisation, workflow management, and resource allocation for small-scale projects.Lead project closeout for assigned projects, including the handover of deliverables and completing acquittals and funding requirements as needed.For further information please contact Thomas Lyle on 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Desired Skills and ExperienceKey Selection Criteria Demonstrated desire to pursue a career in project management.Proactive and can-do attitude towards tasks and challenges.Strong work ethic, with a willingness to go above and beyond to achieve project goals.Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and manage time effectively.Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.Demonstrated problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically.#J-18808-Ljbffr