Senior Project Manager – Research Domain

A full time opportunity to expand your portfolio in university’s project management field!

Are you an exceptional Senior Project Manager?

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About Us

At University of Melbourne, opportunity works—in many ways. We are, of course, a place of opportunity for students to learn, grow and make an impact upon the world. We’re proud of that, and quite well respected as a leading institution of research and learning.

But there’s so much more here. Like an incredible community of educators and staff who maintain our global reputation. And at the heart of it all, a dedicated team of technology professionals. They are the ones that make opportunity work at UofM.

Our investment in technology enables our renown research capabilities, engages some of the best students on the planet, and connects everybody, always. But also, the opportunity works, too: to be part of a friendly (and smart!) community, to be pulled into a culture of curiosity like no other place of work could offer, to join, then grow in a new direction based on your interests. It’s a huge open canvas for your ambitions.

About the Role

Are you an exceptional Senior Project Manager?

Join our research domain team and take charge of overseeing high-profile and complex technology projects that support our world-leading researchers and research support staff from start to finish!

You’ll get to flex your skills in identifying and implementing improvements that enhance project delivery, and work closely with the Portfolio Manager to plan, prioritize and allocate resources.

Plus, as a member of our leadership team, you’ll help establish a culture of trusted delivery services with our clients and stakeholders. Let’s build strong relationships and have some fun delivering amazing research domain technology projects together!

For a complete outline of the scope of this role please refer to the attached Position Description.

About You

We are seeking a leader who will help shape our solutions delivery team, and will be capable of demonstrating your track record in relation to:

A relevant postgraduate qualification with significant relevant experience or an equivalent combination of relevant significant experience and/or education and training.

Project management accreditation and/or relevant professional qualifications i.e. PMP, PRINCE2, Six Sigma, Agile etc.

Extensive ability to manage large, multi-year ($250k-$10m+) IT applications, process improvement projects

Extensive risk analysis, commercial, vendor, project assessment and management skills

Ability to tailor, apply and coach project delivery methodologies including Agile, PMBOK, PRINCE2; and other frameworks such as ITIL and SDLC

Ability to lead and facilitate teams/resources with cross functional teams in a matrix structure

Experience from within a Higer Education institution would also be desirable.

Please note: To be considered for this role you must have current valid work rights for Australia.

Benefits of Working with Us

In addition to having the opportunity to grow and be challenged, and to be part of a vibrant campus life, our people enjoy a range of rewarding benefits: To find out more, visit .

Be Yourself
We value the unique backgrounds, experiences and contributions that each person brings to our community and encourage and celebrate diversity. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, females, people of all ages, with disabilities and culturally and linguistically diverse people are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the community in which we live.

Join Us!

If you feel this role is right for you, please submit your application including a brief cover letter outlining your interest and relevant experience along with your resume. (You ARE NOT required to address the Key Selection Criteria found in the Position Description.)

Candidates will be assessed as applications received; if this is the role for you please apply NOW – do not delay!

NOTE: Internal/ Existing employees are strongly encouraged to speak with their current people leaders prior to submitting your application.

We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require any reasonable adjustments with the recruitment process, please contact us at .

Opportunity works here! So should you!