Job description
DFP is seeking a dynamic and experienced Project Manager/Senior Project Manager for one of our State Government clients. The aim of the Project Manager is to deliver high-quality capital projects, minor works, and technology initiatives across a statewide portfolio. This role includes the management of projects spanning physical assets, ICT infrastructure, security systems, and operational facilities, ensuring best-practice project management and value-for-money outcomes.
The successful candidate will have the flexibility to operate at a senior or mid-level capacity depending on experience, providing leadership to project teams, overseeing contractors, and liaising with internal and external stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Essential Requirements
Desirable
Special Conditions
Why Apply
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to high-impact government infrastructure projects. You will work in a collaborative environment where your leadership, project management expertise, and technical knowledge will deliver innovative, fit-for-purpose, and technology-enabled facilities across South Australia.
If you are looking at taking a step into the State Government sector, and are passionate about project management, the please APPLY NOW!
Please direct any questions to Maria at mdinow@dfp.com.au.
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.
The successful candidate will have the flexibility to operate at a senior or mid-level capacity depending on experience, providing leadership to project teams, overseeing contractors, and liaising with internal and external stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the planning, initiation, delivery, and review of capital and minor works projects, including feasibility, concept design, budget estimation, risk management, and project reporting.
- Deliver technology-related projects, including ICT infrastructure, security systems (CCTV, access control, intelligent building systems), audio visual, video conferencing, and base-build ICT upgrades.
- Ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, to agreed specifications, and with effective risk management and WH&S compliance.
- Prepare project documentation including design briefs, business cases, schedules, budgets, risk registers, and executive reports.
- Coordinate and manage contractors, professional service providers, and internal teams to ensure high-performance outcomes.
- Foster strong stakeholder relationships, ensuring effective consultation, communication, and feedback throughout the project lifecycle.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of project processes, standards, and knowledge management systems.
- Supervise and develop assigned staff, fostering a collaborative, professional, and high-performing team environment.
Essential Requirements
- Tertiary qualifications in project management, construction management, technology systems, or a related discipline.
- Demonstrated experience managing multiple, complex capital projects and minor works programs, including full lifecycle management from planning through completion.
- Expertise in technology project delivery, including ICT and security systems, cabling, and integrated communications technologies.
- Proven ability to develop budgets, manage costs, and provide innovative, practical solutions to complex problems.
- High-level analytical, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills with experience engaging stakeholders at all levels.
- Understanding of equity, diversity, and inclusion principles, and commitment to WH&S legislation and risk management practices.
- Unencumbered Australian driver’s licence; willingness to travel intrastate/interstate as required.
- Ability to achieve Negative Vetting 1 clearance (ASO7 role) or eligibility for security clearance (ASO6 role).
Desirable
- Experience with AutoCAD, Microsoft Project, or other project management/design software.
- Project management qualifications (e.g., PMP, Prince2).
- Experience in government capital project delivery, policy frameworks, or accommodation standards.
Special Conditions
- Some out-of-hours work may be required.
- White Card accreditation to be obtained.
Why Apply
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to high-impact government infrastructure projects. You will work in a collaborative environment where your leadership, project management expertise, and technical knowledge will deliver innovative, fit-for-purpose, and technology-enabled facilities across South Australia.
If you are looking at taking a step into the State Government sector, and are passionate about project management, the please APPLY NOW!
Please direct any questions to Maria at mdinow@dfp.com.au.
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.
