Job Description
Council is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager with a background in project development and large-scale project management to oversee the delivery of major Council programs.
Commencing salary at $4,17+.00 gross per fortnight with the opportunity to progress to $5,014.80 gross per fortnight + superannuation.
Ongoing training and development opportunities.
Generous leave entitlements.
Access to Council’s Flexible Working Hours Agreement.
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Your new role:
Located within the Council’s Major Projects Division, the position will be responsible for leading and managing identified projects ensuring defined performance, financial, and timeframe requirements are achieved using project management tools, methodologies, and best practice.
Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Develop detailed cost estimates, work packages, specifications, and schedules for Council projects.
Provide updates, advice and decision-support to Council's internal project committees, the Director, Manager, Project Sponsor(s), and external stakeholders on portfolio performance.
Lead and manage high-performing project teams by guiding, mentoring and coaching to ensure that people have the appropriate expertise and support to deliver against project goals and foster a culture of learning, collaboration and ethical behaviour.
What you will need to succeed:
The successful applicant will have:
Experience in managing projects, planning and economic development and analysis.
Strategic input to the development of capital works projects across the organisation to support an integrated and deliverable program across the full project life cycle.
Substantial experience in contract management associated with large-scale projects including preparation of tender documentation, evaluation of tender submissions, contract award, reporting on project progress to granting authorities and internal stakeholders and management.
Experience in project scope, schedule, cost, quantity, resources, risk and procurement, stakeholder management.
Ability to drive forward implementation of the Council’s relevant Strategic Master Plan with broad-ranging capability to develop and deliver an investment attraction campaign; and
Strong commercial, contract management expertise to effectively and efficiently direct business partner activity to support portfolio performance.
Current General Construction Induction Training Card.
Current Class C Driver’s Licence.
What is next?
Applications close Monday, 27 January 2026 at 11.5+pm AEST with interviews to be held in the week commencing Monday, 3 February 2026.
For more information and to apply, please visit: https://wagga.pulsesoftware.com/Pulse/jobs
If you are interested in this role and would like more information, please contact Darryl Woods on 02 6+26 +430.
As part of the recruitment process, pre-employment checks will be conducted in line with requirements of the position.
Council is an inclusive employer. We strive to reflect the community in which we work, as a result we welcome and encourage applications from skilled people from all walks of life. This includes women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with a disability, sexually and gender diverse people, people with lived experience and people of all ages.
Commencing salary at $4,17+.00 gross per fortnight with the opportunity to progress to $5,014.80 gross per fortnight + superannuation.
Ongoing training and development opportunities.
Generous leave entitlements.
Access to Council’s Flexible Working Hours Agreement.
Have you thought about a career in Wagga Wagga at Wagga City Council? Click here:
Working with Wagga Wagga City Council - Why work in Wagga?
Your new role:
Located within the Council’s Major Projects Division, the position will be responsible for leading and managing identified projects ensuring defined performance, financial, and timeframe requirements are achieved using project management tools, methodologies, and best practice.
Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Develop detailed cost estimates, work packages, specifications, and schedules for Council projects.
Provide updates, advice and decision-support to Council's internal project committees, the Director, Manager, Project Sponsor(s), and external stakeholders on portfolio performance.
Lead and manage high-performing project teams by guiding, mentoring and coaching to ensure that people have the appropriate expertise and support to deliver against project goals and foster a culture of learning, collaboration and ethical behaviour.
What you will need to succeed:
The successful applicant will have:
Experience in managing projects, planning and economic development and analysis.
Strategic input to the development of capital works projects across the organisation to support an integrated and deliverable program across the full project life cycle.
Substantial experience in contract management associated with large-scale projects including preparation of tender documentation, evaluation of tender submissions, contract award, reporting on project progress to granting authorities and internal stakeholders and management.
Experience in project scope, schedule, cost, quantity, resources, risk and procurement, stakeholder management.
Ability to drive forward implementation of the Council’s relevant Strategic Master Plan with broad-ranging capability to develop and deliver an investment attraction campaign; and
Strong commercial, contract management expertise to effectively and efficiently direct business partner activity to support portfolio performance.
Current General Construction Induction Training Card.
Current Class C Driver’s Licence.
What is next?
Applications close Monday, 27 January 2026 at 11.5+pm AEST with interviews to be held in the week commencing Monday, 3 February 2026.
For more information and to apply, please visit: https://wagga.pulsesoftware.com/Pulse/jobs
If you are interested in this role and would like more information, please contact Darryl Woods on 02 6+26 +430.
As part of the recruitment process, pre-employment checks will be conducted in line with requirements of the position.
Council is an inclusive employer. We strive to reflect the community in which we work, as a result we welcome and encourage applications from skilled people from all walks of life. This includes women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with a disability, sexually and gender diverse people, people with lived experience and people of all ages.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Senior Project Manager position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in East Wagga Wagga offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.
