Project Manager Buildings

Project Manager, Building Projects
(Project Delivery Department)

• Salary Range Band 7 $104,946 - $117,440 plus 11% Super)
• Permanent Full time opportunity 
• Located at St Kilda Town Hall with flexible working arrangements possible.

About the Organisation 

The City of Port Phillip is an inner-city council with around 1000 employees who deliver more than 100 programs and services to our residents, businesses, and visitors. These programs range from childcare and immunisations, to libraries, management of parks and open space, rubbish collection, road maintenance and more. City of Port Phillip has zero tolerance for child abuse and is a committed Child Safe organisation.

About the Role

The Project Manager manages capital building and associated works by providing technical knowledge and professional advice in accordance with sound project management principles and practices resulting in cost effective and efficient completion of Council’s capital works program. This position is responsible for working professionally with employees at all levels across Council and liaising with relevant external stakeholders.  

• Reports to: Head of Building Projects
• Internal liaisons: Project Sponsor and other Council departments
• External liaisons: Stakeholders, General Public, Other Councils, Professional Bodies, Authorities

Duties/Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the delivery of capital projects and renewal projects.
• Provide technical advice on design and construction of building projects. 
• Develop project plans, scope of works, specifications, budgets.
• Conduct regular site inspections and audits on worksites.
• Consider and implement stakeholder and community engagement.

Qualifications, Skills, and Experience (Key Selection Criteria)

• Tertiary qualification in Project Management, Architecture, Engineering, or other field relevant to the planning and delivery of municipal building projects.
• Experience in works scheduling, procurement processes, contracts supervision and management of small to medium size building and open space projects.

Our work environment

We love what we do and are all proud to work at the City of Port Phillip. Yes, we are local council, and we are one with vibrancy, passion and ambition who are a welcoming, health conscious, diverse and inclusive. Our Main location at the iconic St Kilda Town Hall offers a heritage and modern open plan hub to work from where people can collaborate and develop both professionally and personally whilst planning and delivering a range of important services and programs to the community.

Proudly as one we all work together, and grow together, thinking creatively and strategically with courage, integrity, and accountability to put our community first.

What’s in it for you

• We offer a hybrid working model with our core setup being 50-60% in the office depending on team requirements and welcome further conversation to meet your working style and needs
• Be supported and empowered to be your best by a passionate leadership team that encourages collaboration and innovation
• Our work hubs are located close to our very own Child Care centres making accessing childcare a breeze!
• Career development opportunities within your team and/or across council plus a great study assistance allowance of up to $4000 per year per person and 6 hours per week study leave (on approved courses only)
• Flexible working conditions, an active social club, supportive health and wellbeing program, and a well- regarded Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Our very own Pride Network, that helps create an environment where each and every person can feel safe, welcomed, seen, and supported to bring their whole selves to work
• 20 weeks paid parental leave and our pioneering 24 weeks paid leave for single parents
• Access to novated leasing and salary sacrificed technology
• Plus, access to discounted public transport through our Commuters ClubBenefits

Security Requirements and Professional Obligations 

Pre-employment screening will apply to all appointments.  

Prior to a formal letter of offer, preferred applicants will be asked to provide:

• Evidence of mandatory qualifications/registrations/licences,
• Sufficient proof of their right to work in Australia, and                                                       
• Sufficient proof of their identity. 
• Evidence of COVID-19 Vaccination or valid medical exemption in line with City of Port Phillip Vaccination Policy 
• Complete a National Police Check completed via City of Port Phillip’s Provider.
• Evidence of a Working with Children Check (employee type with City of Port Phillip registered as the organisation).  

How to Apply

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All applicants must provide a Resume and Cover Letter in response to the key selection criteria located on the last page of the position description. The Cover Letter should be no longer than 2 pages and include each heading in the Key Selection Criteria.

Note: Only applications submitted via the online Recruitment Portal will be considered and only shortlisted candidates will be provided feedback.

Further information can be obtained by contacting Cherry Marquez, Head of Building Projects, by phone 0422 423 230 or via email cherry.marquez@portphillip.vic.gov.au 

Applications close 11.59pm Sunday 12 May 2024

The City of Port Phillip is an equal opportunity employer, committed to an inclusive and accessible environment where diversity is valued. We actively welcome and encourage candidates from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, First Nation and Torres Strait Islander candidates, members of the LGBTQIA+ community and candidates with a disability.

If you have accessibility requirements or require an adjustment to participate in our recruitment and selection process, please contact Shane Turner (Recruitment Advisor ) on phone 0421 757 521 or email: recruitment@portphillip.vic.gov.au

PD Project Manager Building Projects April 2024.pdf