Senior Project Manager

Are you an experienced project leader with a passion for delivering impactful infrastructure projects Glenorchy City Council is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead the planning governance and delivery of complex capital works that support our growing community.

About the Role:

As a Senior Project Manager you will oversee a diverse portfolio of infrastructure and capital works projects from concept through to completion. Projects may include streetscape improvements bridges boardwalks lighting and other vital community infrastructure.

You will play a key role in ensuring projects are delivered safely on time within budget and to the highest quality standardswhile aligning with Councils strategic objectives statutory requirements and community expectations.

What youll bring to the role:

You are a highly capable project professional with strong leadership and stakeholder management skills and a proven ability to deliver complex infrastructure projects in a public or similar environment.

• Tertiary qualification in Project Management Engineering Construction Management or related discipline or extensive relevant experience may be considered in lieu of formal qualifications
• Demonstrated success delivering complex infrastructure or capital works projects end-to-end
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills particularly in community-facing environments
• Proven experience in contract management procurement and negotiation
• Excellent communication skills including report writing and presenting to senior stakeholders
• Strong financial management capability including budget development and reporting
• A proactive approach to risk management safety and quality assurance

You will also hold (or be able to obtain) a Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (RWVP). A current drivers licence is desirable.

Position details:

• Full-Time 76 hour 9 day fortnight.
• Annual salary: $130000.00 per annum plus superannuation

For further information on this position contact Dan Egodawatte Manager Assets Engineering & Design on (03).

Whats in it for you:

• Glenorchy City Council is an Employer of Choice providing a great work culture and a solid commitment to diversity and inclusion
• Enjoy a regular rostered day off every fortnight (fulltime roles only)
• 15% Superannuation
• annual salary increases
• a motivated team that supports each other values innovation celebrates its success and has a bit of fun along the way
• ongoing training and career development
• access to a range of employee wellbeing initiatives including EAP
• Glenorchy City Councils Enterprise Agreement 2025

Our commitment to community:

Council is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve. We are also committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people and have zero tolerance to child abuse and harm. Our Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy outlines our commitment view it here.

How to apply:Applications for this position must be lodged on this site or on the Glenorchy City Council - Careers page.

To be considered for this role all applicants must include:

• A response addressing the Key Selection Criteria in the Position Description. When responding to the Key Selection Criteria applicants should provide clear examples that demonstrate relevant skills experience and capability. These responses are the main factor used to assess suitability and determine progression to interview.
• A current Résumé
• Cover letter (optional)
• A national Police check health assessment and reference checks will be requested and organised by Council prior to employment.

Applications close at 8pm on Sunday 21 June 2026