Project Manager

Updated: almost 2 years ago
Location: Perth, WESTERN AUSTRALIA
Deadline: 25 Apr 2022

Job no:507723
Work type:full time
Location:Perth CBD
Categories:Information Technology


University IT

  • Applications Project Manager
  • Full-time, 12 month fixed-term appointment
  • Salary range: Level 8 $ 101,337 – $ 110,766 or Level 9 $117,049 – $123,858 p.a. plus 17% superannuation  

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked amongst the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research-intensive universities.  With an enviable research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to ‘innovate and inspire’ there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top University. 

About the team  

UWA is making significant investments in the Information and Technology Services to enable its strategic direction and goals.  UWA is also looking to utilise technology advancements to expand its services and create new and innovative teaching and research models. Robust, flexible, integrated and agile enterprise architecture, information and technology services are vital to enabling the university strategic objectives.

About the opportunity  

As the appointee you will work independently and manage the consistent and successful delivery of IT application projects. This is achieved through the planning, execution and delivery of projects on time, within budget, to specified quality and within scope. Throughout the lifecycle of each project, you will manages specific and overall project status and project teams to mitigate issues and risks. The projects will be delivered using an agile delivery framework using Project Online and Azure DevOps.

To be considered for this role, you will demonstrate: 

  • Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent competency
  • Project management qualification
  • Substantial relevant leadership experience in managing multiple diverse teams to deliver successful project outcomes against tight schedules and shifting parameters.
  • Substantial experience in stakeholder management and engagement, together with the ability to work collaboratively at all levels and as a member of multiple teams
  • Understanding of the IT industry trends and their application in the higher education sector
  • Ability to understand the business context, apply sound judgement in staff, financial and vendor management
  • Ability to establish positive stakeholder relationships at all levels of the university, whilst always remaining fully customer focused
  • Working knowledge of the Higher Education sector is desirable

About you  

We are looking for someone with experience managing the IT fit-out on construction projects. The successful candidate needs to be able to manage a relationship with the construction and IT stakeholders

Full details of the position's responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description:  Position Description - Project Manager.RTF

The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria. 

Closing date: 11:55pm on Monday 25 April 2022 

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia. 

Application Details: Please apply online via the Apply Now button. 

COVID-19

UWA has in place a temporary COVID-19 Premises Access Direction to help protect the University community’s health and safety. This means you will be required to provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination status (or have a Vaccination Exemption Statement) as a condition of entry to all UWA buildings and enclosed outdoor structures.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity 

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce. We celebrate inclusion and diversity and believe gender equity is fundamental to achieving our goal of being a top 50 university by 2050. 

  • We have child friendly areas on campus, including childcare facilities. Flexible work arrangements, part-time hours and job sharing will all be considered. 
  • UWA has been awarded Bronze Employer Status for being a Top Ten Employer for LGBTI Inclusion by the Australian Workplace Equity Index (AWEI -2021). 
  • UWA has also been awarded Athena Swan Bronze Accreditation in 2020.    


Advertised:27 Jan 2022 W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close:25 Apr 2022 11:55 PM W. Australia Standard Time



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