EL2 Senior Project Manager

Lead enterprise-level projects with national significance — Senior Project Manager

Your new company

Join a high-profile government agency delivering complex, enterprise-level projects that have significant national impact. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to strategic initiatives in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

Your new role

As a Senior Project Manager, you will lead the planning, coordination and delivery of high-value projects within a mature Project Management Office (PMO). You’ll work closely with senior executives and cross-functional teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope and aligned with organisational priorities.
Key responsibilities include:
  • Leading end-to-end project delivery in accordance with established frameworks and standards
  • Developing and maintaining core project documentation including business cases, risk registers and reports
  • Managing resources, contracts and vendors to achieve defined outcomes
  • Providing strategic advice and reporting to senior stakeholders on project direction, risks and governance
  • Establishing governance structures and driving stakeholder engagement
  • Leading high-performing project teams and fostering a culture of accountability and delivery

What you'll need to succeed

In addition to the below, this role requires the ability to obtain and maintain a minimum baseline security clearance.
  • Demonstrated experience leading enterprise-level projects or programs
  • Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills, including the ability to influence at senior levels
  • Proven ability to manage competing priorities across multiple projects
  • Experience working within a PMO or large-scale project delivery environment
  • A proactive, resilient and ethical approach to leadership and delivery

What you'll get in return

This is a 9-month non-ongoing contract offering a competitive hourly rate and the chance to work on nationally significant projects. You’ll be part of a supportive team culture with opportunities to contribute to strategic outcomes and uplift project delivery capability.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or contact Benjamin.Shaw@hays.com.au now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.



LHS 297508

Summary

Job Type
Temporary
Industry
Government & Public Services
Location
ACT - Canberra
Specialism
Policy and Strategy
Ref:
2952591
Closing date
3 Oct 2025

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Benjamin Shaw, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Canberra
Level 11, 60 Marcus Clarke Street

Telephone: 62797464

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