Job description
About the Client Our client is a global leader in delivering business and technology solutions, currently managing one of Victoria’s most significant public sector programs. With a strong presence across Australia, their Melbourne-based project delivery team is driving large-scale improvements to public-facing infrastructure and services.
About the Role As Project Manager, you will be responsible for delivering mid-sized projects end-to-end, supporting the success of a major public transport program. You’ll work with internal and external stakeholders to ensure successful execution of initiatives aligned to broader business and customer objectives.
Key responsibilities:
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Applicants new to DFP may be asked to provide additional information including work rights status via a survey link – if requested, we ask that you provide this information in order to expedite your application.
DFP welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. In addition, DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via adjustments@dfp.com.au or 1300 337 000 and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs.
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About the Role As Project Manager, you will be responsible for delivering mid-sized projects end-to-end, supporting the success of a major public transport program. You’ll work with internal and external stakeholders to ensure successful execution of initiatives aligned to broader business and customer objectives.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead planning, execution, and delivery across business and technical projects
- Manage budgets, schedules, risks, and reporting across the full project lifecycle
- Collaborate with stakeholders and vendors to maintain momentum and resolve issues
- Prepare and maintain project documentation including plans, charters, and risk registers
- Ensure projects adhere to internal frameworks, governance, and compliance standards
- Communicate progress and key updates to senior stakeholders and steering groups
- 5–7 years’ experience managing mid-sized projects, ideally in a matrixed environment
- Strong skills in planning, stakeholder engagement, and risk management
- Demonstrated ability to communicate with clarity and influence across all levels
- The capacity to work with ambiguity, shifting priorities, and multiple stakeholders
- A relevant tertiary qualification (essential)
- PMP or PMI certification (desirable)
- Previous experience in transport, ticketing, or public sector programs (advantageous)
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Applicants new to DFP may be asked to provide additional information including work rights status via a survey link – if requested, we ask that you provide this information in order to expedite your application.
DFP welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. In addition, DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via adjustments@dfp.com.au or 1300 337 000 and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs.
By clicking 'apply', you give consent that DFP may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you for future employment opportunities. For further information on how DFP process your personal information please review the DFP Information Collection and Privacy Policy via https://www.dfp.com.au/about-us/policies. Do not submit any sensitive personal information in your resume.
