Senior Project Manager – Academic Calendar Transition (UNSW)
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Job Summary
The Opportunity
The Academic Calendar Transition Senior Project Manager plays a leading strategic role within UNSW Engineering in the planning development and implementation of the new Academic Calendar and related projects across the Faculty. The role entails developing project planning documentation identifying and building appropriate project teams and initiating and overseeing the project including managing all stakeholder engagement and quality assurance and ensuring alignment with the strategic direction of the Faculty. The role reports to the Associate Dean Education and will collaborate closely with a range of stakeholders in the Education Portfolio and across the schools. The role has no direct reports.
- Salary Level 9: $148012 - $157056 per annum 17% superannuation
- Full time
- Fixed-Term 3 years
- Location: Kensington Sydney Australia (on campus attendance required)
About UNSW
UNSW isnt like other places youve worked. Yes were a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. But what makes us different isnt only what we do its how we do it. Together we are driven to be thoughtful practical and purposeful in all we do. If you want a career where you can thrive be challenged and do meaningful work youre in the right place.
The Faculty of Engineering at UNSW continues to be a national and international leader in engineering research and education cementing its status as the Universitys premier research faculty. As the largest Engineering Faculty in Australia it graduates the highest number of engineers and maintains the largest research expenditure in the country. Through excellence in both fundamental and applied research the Faculty strives to sustain and further its global impact aiming to be ranked among the top engineering faculties worldwide. For more information visit the Faculty website: and Experience:
- Relevant tertiary qualification with subsequent relevant experience or equivalent competence gained through any combination of education training and experience. Experience working in the Higher Education sector in Australia is highly desirable.
- Advanced project management experience with an in-depth understanding of the project life cycle and strategic development of project plans objectives and documentation.
- Excellent consultation influencing and negotiation skills and proven ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders to achieve successful outcomes.
- Demonstrated strong analytical and problem-solving skills and proven capacity to exercise initiative flexibility and to be proactive in development of robust solutions to problems.
- Advanced written and verbal communication skills with a high level of attention to detail for deliverables produced.
- Demonstrated success working effectively and collaboratively on initiatives with a range of people at different levels within an organisation.
- Knowledge of budgeting and resource allocation procedures.
- High level of experience working with a range of computer systems and applications including Office 365 and AI tools such as Copilot and ChatGPT.
- Excellent time management skills with a demonstrated ability to respond to changing priorities manage multiple tasks and meet competing deadlines by using judgement and initiative.
Additional details about the specific responsibilities for this position can be found in the position description.
To Apply:
Please click the apply now button and submit your CV Cover Letter and Responses to the Skills and Experience. Please note applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed must have working rights in Australia and be able to be on site in Kensington regularly. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.
Contact:
Allyssar Hamoud Talent Acquisition Associate
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Applications close: 11:30 pm (Sydney time) on Thursday 4th December 2025
UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly in a safe and respectful environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender sexual orientation cultural and linguistic backgrounds Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Business Development
- Project Management Methodology
- Project / Program Management
- PMBOK
- Waterfall
- Wastewater
- Construction Management
- Project Management
- Project Management Software
- Microsoft Project
- Budgeting
- Contracts
