Project Manager (Vic)

About us:     
 
The APP Group is proud to take responsibility for creating a better future.  
 
Our integrated service offering spans the full asset capital investment lifecycle in the sectors of Transport, Property, Social Infrastructure, Energy & Utilities and Defence.  
 
We provide market leading expertise and advice to help tackle Australia's most complex projects and challenges, backed by our 550-strong nationwide team.  
 
Our people manage, consult and partner with our valued clients to shape progress for their organisation and the communities they serve.  
 
The opportunity:  
 
The Project Manager will work within a high performing and agile team supporting clients within our Property & Social Infrastructure division.   
 
Specialising in supporting large, complex, varied or geographically dispersed businesses, extract value across client’s entire portfolio and business operation.   
 
This role will be focused on working with a specific client, requiring experience in delivering Data Centres and/or working with Tier 1 Contractors.
 
 The role:  
 
We are currently seeking an experienced and highly capable Project Manager who thrives delivering large and complex projects within a mature governance framework.  
 
We require a Project Manager with:
 

• Suitable construction knowledge and experience gained by working with or in a Tier 1 Contractor on large scale infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding and proven experience with a range of delivery methodologies, in particular, Head Contract, Managing Contractor and Design and Construct is preferable
• Contract management and administering contracts experience
• Experience in change management and variations
• Demonstrated experience managing the project delivery process and programmes to achieve the client's requirements and manage expectations
• Clear communication and excellent relationship building skills
• Review, set and manage capital and refurbishment construction programs
• Working with external consultants through the design and construction process to ensure time, budget and quality in line with client expectations
• Bids and submissions knowledge and understating

  About You:

• 5 plus years demonstrated experience in the construction industry and project management
• Professional qualifications in Construction, Architecture, Engineering, Project Management or related discipline
• Desire to work in a professional working environment where you are managing multiple priorities and where no two days are ever the same
• Strong capability to problem solving and collaborating with key stakeholders, taking them on a journey to a resolution
• Solid understanding in managing construction contracts, contract administration
• Exceptional communication skills - both written and verbal with the ability to forge positive relationships with those you interact with
• Consultative and active listener
• A strong business acumen, integrity, credibility and professionalism
• Highly motivated with a keen desire to learn, develop and be a valued team member, a day-to-day autonomous self-starter
• Ability to take ownership of projects, understanding the key activities in each project phase, navigating any hurdles in order to progress the project in accordance with the program and cost plan.

 
A rewarding career:  
 
Strive forward with purpose. The APP Group is where change makers connect to embrace the possibilities of tomorrow.  
 
It is the combination of our people, our clients, and our collective vision that has helped get us to where we are today.
 
Join us and you’ll be part of an agile high performing team of leaders and innovators who thrive on exceeding expectations.  
 
Here, you’ll do more than work, you’ll create solutions that shape a better world.  
 
How we care:

• APP4me Days – an additional four leave days per year to spend how you like
• Mental health seminars
• Social initiatives
• Sporting teams and participation
• Flexibility
• Paid parental leave
• Paid secondary carers leave
• Leave purchasing options
• Military and emergency response leave
• Days of significance
• Career breaks

How we invest you in you:

• Career progression and exposure to diverse career pathways
• Professional development & leadership programs, tailored by career level
• Skill-based training & online learning
• Become accredited with associations and participate in external committees
• Core development programs
• Mentoring and coaching opportunities
• Highly competitive salaries
• Role-based remuneration approach
• Commitment to pay equity
• Salary packaging options
• Corporate benefits and discounts

We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply for roles at The APP Group, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds. If you have any support or access requirements, we will partner with you and assist you through our recruitment process.