Job Description:

• Deliver projects that support a vibrant, growing university community
• UC Level 10, Salary Range $145,115 pa - $150,142 pa plus 17% Super
• Full Time Continuing Opportunity

About us:

Join University of Canberra where we walk together to foster an inclusive community. Together, we endeavour to empower, connect, and exchange knowledge with our diverse people, cultures, and environments.

We stand firm and dedicated to upholding fundamental values such as inclusivity, honouring Indigenous cultures (Narragunnawali), driving positive change, nurturing curiosity, and promoting collaborative efforts. We are committed to leading the national education sector in championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility via Connected – A Decadal Strategy 2023-2032. UC encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

About the opportunity:

Join the University of Canberra to lead the delivery of projects that shape the future of our campus. As Senior Project Manager, you will oversee a diverse portfolio of capital works projects, from major refurbishments to new developments, managing projects from concept through to completion.

Working closely with internal stakeholders, consultants and contractors, you will provide strategic project leadership, drive best-practice project delivery, and ensure projects are completed safely, on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards.

Position Description: Senior Project Manager.pdf

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the planning and delivery of multiple capital works and development projects from inception through to handover.
• Manage, mentor, and support Campus Development staff, ensuring the achievement of project milestones, design and delivery standards, and objectives on complex projects.
• Manage project scope, budgets, schedules, procurement, risk, quality and stakeholder engagement to achieve successful project outcomes.
• Collaborate with internal clients and University stakeholders to ensure projects align with strategic priorities and operational requirements.

Requirements:

You are a project manager with substantial prior experience and a strong track record of delivering capital infrastructure projects. With excellent leadership, commercial acumen and communication skills, you are passionate about delivering high-quality outcomes and mentoring others to succeed.

Offerings/ Benefits/ Culture:

The University offers excellent conditions and benefits such as:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Family-friendly policies
• On campus Gym, Medical services, Cafes, Post office, Supermarket and Early Childhood Education and Care facilities.
• Professional Development offerings (study assistance, corporate programs and discounts)
• Innovative work environment with a diverse and inclusive culture
• Access to Employee Assistance Program and a corporate private Health Plan (Bupa)

How to Apply:

Applications must be submitted through the Apply Now button. Please submit your CV and a one-page cover letter outlining your relevant experience and what makes you a strong candidate for this position.

If you are initially shortlisted, you may be asked to complete an online one-way video interview. There will be a list of pre-set questions that will need to be answered within a stipulated time.

Eligibility:

• Applicants who wish to apply for this position must have valid working rights at the time of submission.
• The successful candidate will be required to obtain a National Police Check.

For job specific information: please contact Greg Tallentire, Deputy Director, Campus Development, [email protected].

For recruitment and application questions: please contact the Talent Solutions team on 02 6206 3867 or email [email protected]. If you would like to request a reasonable adjustment to the selection process, please feel free to contact us.

Closing date: 11.55pm, Sunday 19 July 2026