Senior Project Manager - Strategic/Business Projects

Looking for Senior Strategic/Business Project Managers with experience in Higher Education!

Your new company

Join a high-profile organisation undergoing significant transformation. This enterprise is committed to delivering strategic change initiatives that drive innovation, efficiency, and long-term value. Due to continued growth and investment in enterprise-wide programs, a Senior Project Manager is required to lead the delivery of complex, high-impact projects.

Your new role

As a Senior Project Manager, you will be responsible for the end-to-end delivery of strategic business projects aligned with organisational priorities. You will:

  • Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of large-scale transformation initiatives.

  • Develop and manage detailed project plans, budgets, schedules, and resource allocations.

  • Engage and influence a broad range of stakeholders across business and technology teams.

  • Ensure compliance with EPMO frameworks, governance standards, and reporting requirements.

  • Identify and mitigate project risks and issues, escalating where necessary.

  • Mentor project team members and contribute to a high-performance delivery culture.

What you'll need to succeed

  • Proven experience delivering complex, multi-stakeholder projects within large organisations, ideally within higher education.

  • Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (PMBOK, PRINCE2, Agile).

  • Exceptional stakeholder engagement and communication skills.

  • Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and drive outcomes.

  • Experience working within an EPMO or strategic transformation environment.

  • Experience in benefits realisation, change management, and portfolio governance.

  • Familiarity with tools such as MS Project, Jira, and Power BI.

What you'll get in return

Join a dynamic and dedicated team environment looking to make a large impact. You will have the opportunity to lead high-visibility projects that shape the future of the organisation.

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 call us 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 on your career.



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Summary

Job Type
Contract
Industry
Education & Training
Location
NSW - Western Sydney
Specialism
Projects & Change Management
Ref:
2954870

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Kira Bauske, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Newcastle
Suite 301A, Level 3, 251 Wharf Road

Telephone: 0240328653

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