Manningham City Council

Senior Project Manager

• Full time, permanent position
• Salary starting from $110,000 (Band 7) + 12%
  Superannuation
• Based at Doncaster East, Victoria

Are you a proactive, solutions-focused professional with a “can-do”
attitude and a passion for delivering projects that create meaningful outcomes
for the local community?

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join our
Infrastructure & Sustainable Operations team in a new role to lead the
delivery of key capital works projects.

You’ll bring strong leadership, technical expertise, and a commitment to
delivering outcomes that benefit the Manningham community.

Why this
role?

This is
your opportunity to lead high-impact civil infrastructure projects that
directly benefit the community. You’ll work across the full project lifecycle,
influence outcomes, and collaborate with a passionate team committed to
sustainable and customer-focused delivery.

In this
role, you won’t just deliver projects, you’ll help create lasting outcomes that
improve how people live, connect and thrive.

What you’ll
be known for

• Delivering civil projects on
  time, on budget, and to a high standard
• Taking a practical, can-do
  approach to solving problems and getting the job done
• Leading the end-to-end
  delivery of projects from planning and design through to construction
• Providing trusted technical
  advice to stakeholders
• Building strong
  relationships with contractors, colleagues, and the community
• Embedding a customer-first
  mindset in every aspect of project delivery
• Creating meaningful
  community engagement that enhances project outcomes
• Driving efficient systems,
  robust processes, and safe work practices
• Contributing to a
  collaborative, high-performing team culture

What you
bring

• Qualifications in Project
  Management, with relevant experience and OR a Degree in Civil Engineering
  (recognised by Engineers Australia)
• Strong experience in the
  design and delivery of civil infrastructure projects
• Proven ability to manage
  multiple projects and navigate complex challenges
• Sound knowledge of contract
  management, tendering processes, and legislative requirements
• Strong problem-solving
  skills with a focus on practical and effective solutions
• A collaborative approach
  with a passion for knowledge sharing and mentoring

Why join
us?

• The chance to shape outcomes
  and projects that matter to the community, today and into the future
• A supportive environment
  that values initiative, safety, learning and growth
• A role that builds your
  leadership profile and opens doors to future opportunities

Position Description can be viewed below or is
available on the job advertisement on the Manningham careers’ section: Job Vacancies

How to
Apply

Click APPLY
to submit your CV and a cover letter addressing why you would be a great fit of
the role.

For a confidential discussion please contact Andrea
Szymanski via [email protected]

For all other enquiries regarding the recruitment
process, please email [email protected] or visit http://www.manningham.vic.gov.au/work-for-us

Applications
close on Wednesday June 2026 at 11:00pm.

Don’t meet every requirement for this role?
Studies have shown women and those of underrepresented groups are less likely
to apply for roles unless they meet all the criteria. We recognise that
different experiences make for great community outcomes. If your experience
doesn’t perfectly align with the selection criteria, but you’re excited about
this role and keen to work at Manningham Council, we encourage you to apply
now.

Council recognises the benefits of a diverse
workforce for its employees and customers.

To ensure equity of access to employment
opportunities, Council encourages applications from underrepresented groups
including people who are from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
background, people from different ages, abilities, gender identities, sexual
orientation and cultural backgrounds.

Manningham Council have a number of policies
and practices to help support our staff, including a Working from Home policy,
flexible work practices and an IT infrastructure to support various
communication methods when working remotely.

If you require any additional support or
adjustments regarding interview arrangements, please advise the contact listed
above in advance.

Manningham Council is a child safe organisation
and, as such, applicants may be required to hold a Working with Children Check.