Project Manager

• Drive significant improvements in college operations
• Set a high standard for project delivery
• Contribute to a culture of continuous enhancement and innovation

The College of Engineering, Science, and Environment is seeking a dynamic Project Manager to lead strategic projects that advance our college’s goals and contribute to exceptional academic and operational outcomes. This role is central to coordinating and implementing project initiatives and improvements that streamline processes, enhance service delivery, and ensure seamless project execution across multiple workstreams.

As the Project Manager, you will be responsible for delivering key initiatives aligned with our college's strategic plans. You'll provide expert project management guidance, support, and oversight across various projects, ensuring resources are optimized, timelines met, and milestones achieved. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to design and execute accurate project plans, generate performance reports, and implement governance frameworks for tracking and continuous improvement.

Key areas of responsibility are:

• Project management and coordination
• Business Enablement and improvement
• Leadership and Team Engagement
• Stakeholder Engagement and Communication

This continuing position is full time at a HEW 7 Higher Education Level located at Callaghan Campus.

About our University

The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence. Our vision is to be a world-leading University for our regions and creating a better future for our regions and the globe. Underpinned by this vision and our values of excellence, equity, engagement and sustainability, the University of Newcastle’s Looking Ahead Strategic Plan 2020-2025 outlines the University’s commitment to delivering an exceptional student experience and serving our communities. 

For more information click here – Our Uni. 

About the Unit  

The College of Engineering, Science, and Environment unites expertise in STEM to produce life-ready graduates and deliver transformative solutions for our region and the world. We tackle today’s complex challenges and tomorrow’s emerging concerns, driving global leadership through groundbreaking research, revolutionary technology, and innovative teaching. Our diverse degree programs in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics foster innovative, resourceful, and creative graduates—future leaders in industry, professions, and the community.

What we offer

In addition to working for a university that is breaking boundaries, discovering new ways of thinking and cementing a place as a global leader, we offer a range of benefits to our employees to ensure you balance your commitments, stay healthy and work effectively. 

These include: 

• The remuneration for this position is pro-rated from $99,655 - $112,112 p.a. + superannuation and is commensurate with skills and experience
• Flexible working arrangements (in line with the University’s Flexible Work Policy
• 17% super and salary packaging
• Additional University Holiday days, generous personal leave and parental leave, annual leave loading and additional purchased leave scheme
• Discounts in private health insurance, gym memberships, software, travel and more
• Wellbeing programs

If you're ready to lead impactful projects and drive meaningful change in a supportive and forward-thinking environment, we encourage you to apply!

Your next steps 

Please visit here for a guide on how to apply for a role. 

If viewing this on a job board other than the University's please click ‘Apply’ to reach the University's website, where a copy of the Position Description can be accessed. Please download a copy before commencing your application. 

Your application must include: 

• Your resume
• A cover letter outlining your motivation to apply for this opportunity
• A statement addressing the Essential Criteria listed below demonstrating your qualifications and experience with examples.

1. A degree with at least four years subsequent relevant experience; or extensive experience and management expertise in business administration and project management; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and or education/training.
2. Demonstrated experience managing multiple internal and external stakeholders including excellent consultation, influencing and negotiation skills and proven ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders to achieve successful outcomes. 
3. Project management expertise with demonstrated capacity in planning, delivering and evaluating outcomes to schedule.
4. Demonstrated leadership capability including the ability to lead and inspire a team of professional staff to deliver exceptional performance and outcomes.
5. Demonstrated strong analytical and problem-solving skills and proven capacity to exercise initiative, flexibility and to be proactive in development of robust solutions to problems.
6. Advanced written and verbal communication skills, with a high level of attention to detail for deliverables produced.
7. Demonstrated success working effectively and collaboratively on initiatives with a range of people at different levels within the organization.
8. Knowledge of, and experience in adhering to workplace policies and procedures in the areas of work health safety, equity, diversity and promoting a respectful workplace culture.

To ensure that your application receives full consideration, it's important to structure and address the selection criteria outlined in the application process. This helps us better understand your experience and suitability for the role. We appreciate your attention to this matter and look forward to reviewing your application.

Please upload your Cover Letter and response to the requested Criteria as one PDF document.

Your Cover Letter and Response to the Essential Criteria should not exceed 4 pages (approximately 2,000 words).

For specific position enquiries, please contact Debbie Delbridge, College General Manager on (02) 4921 5242 or via email Debbie.Delbridge@newcastle.edu.au

Having Difficulties? Please reach out to us: employment@newcastle.edu.au

Closing date: Wednesday 20th November 2024 at 11.59pm AEST

We are excited to be Looking Ahead with you