Project Manager
Up to $181,416.27 p.a. total salary package ($153,863.27 - $162,705.18 + 11.5% super)*
Full time, 5 year contract
dependent on skills and experience
The City of Melville is located on the shore of the beautiful Swan and Canning Rivers. We are a welcoming and diverse community which enjoys a blend of retail and business precincts and an abundance of open spaces in a unique, natural landscape. In everything we do, we focus on our values of Excellence, Participation, Integrity and Caring and we aim to achieve an inclusive, vibrant and sustainable future.
Are you an experienced and skilled Project Manager with a passion for coordinating complex projects from conception to completion and seeing successful outcomes? Do you have demonstrated extensive experience in stakeholder engagement, the financial management of projects and budgets, and in preparing reports and contractual documentation? We have an exciting opportunity for a suitably qualified Project Manager to join our Project Management team to ensure the successful delivery of Strategic Infrastructure Projects in line with our strategic objectives.
As the successful Project Manager, you will be responsible for the timely delivery of large projects such as the City's new Library and Cultural Centre as well as various sustainability infrastructure projects. You'll engage external professional consultants as required, prepare tender documentation as well as other contractual documentation and be responsible for monitoring performance and compliance of contractors. In joining us, you will play a key role in shaping the future of the City's building assets and community.
To be successful in this role, you will possess:
Essential
Tertiary qualification in Project Management, Planning, Architecture, Engineering or equivalent.
Comprehensive knowledge of statutory requirements and local government policies relating to development.
Comprehensive knowledge of local government and relevant state government administrative procedures.
How to apply
In your application please submit an up-to-date resume that clearly outlines your relevant education, professional experience, and any certifications or licenses alongside a maximum 2-page cover letter that addresses your
Demonstrated extensive experience in project management, with proven ability to coordinate a comprehensive range of disciplines for large complex projects.
Significant experience in monitoring performance and compliance of contractors and/or consultants to ensure contract guidelines are being met and performance targets are achieved.
Significant demonstrated experience in tendering, general conditions of contract and specification writing, contract management and delivery.
Significant financial experience relating to budgeting and monthly review and reporting.
Elevate your work experience with the City of Melville's benefits!
Professional growth support with our structured professional development and study assistance programs.
Enhance your health and wellbeing with complimentary membership to our LeisureFit centres^, Employee Assistance and Wellness programs.
An active social club to connect with colleagues and make lifelong friends.
5 weeks of annual leave PLUS generous purchased annual leave options - take up to 10 weeks^ off per year.
^conditions apply
If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, we strongly advise you apply as soon as possible. The City reserves the right to close this advertisement before the closing date. Apply with your resume and cover letter by 10 November 2024.
For further queries regarding the position, contact: Rachael Ward – Manager City Buildings & Projects 08 9364 0292The City of Melville celebrates diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We welcome and strongly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including but not limited to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, and people living with disabilities.All candidates applying for a position where the use of 'plant and machinery' or driving a vehicle is an inherent requirement of the role, and other 'high risk' facilities where public safety is at risk, will be required to pass a drug and alcohol test as part of a pre-employment medical.We appreciate the interest from Recruitment Agencies in collaborating with us, however, at this time, the City of Melville is managing the recruitment process for this role. Please refrain from submitting candidate profiles to our team. Rest assured, should the need for external assistance arise in the future, we will not hesitate to reach out to recruitment agencies.
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