Project Support Office Manager

• Permanent position, ditch the short term contracts
• Based in Leederville. Flexible working options
• $151,114 plus 11% Super

About the roleWe currently have a permanent opportunity available for a Project Support Office Manager.In this role, you’ll be responsible for leading a busy team of Project Support specialists to enable the delivery of high value and technology portfolios and projects for the Corporation; as well as leading the establishment and ongoing alignment to best practice for project governance frameworks, estimation and scheduling, reporting and other key project controls.A role at Water Corporation can unlock the door to ongoing long-term career development opportunities. We support training and development, flexible work arrangements, health and lifestyle programs, and generous company benefits.What the role will involve· Manage the Project Support Office team and enhance the project governance and support capability within ITG.· Lead resources responsible for the creation and maintenance of master schedules, cost control and project performance management, ensuring management of the governance of the portfolio of projects delivered by the PPD business unit.· Lead the establishment and ongoing alignment to best practice for project governance frameworks, estimation and scheduling.· Manage, define, develop, and continually improve ITG’s (IT Group) project governance and support services using the appropriate frameworks to ensure the effective delivery and governance of PPD’s portfolio of projects.· Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the PSO to enhance operational effectiveness and efficiency.· Monitor project costs closely and identify opportunities to optimize spending while maintaining project quality and meeting objectives.Key skills and experience· Degree qualified in Information Technology or Business/Program/Project Management. And;· Substantial experience in managing an IT Project Support Office or PMO for a government or large, multidisciplinary Corporation.· Certification and experience/understanding in one or more of ISO/IEC 38500, P3O, Prince2, PMBOK, MSP principles and governance frameworks.Or;· Extensive experience in managing an IT Project Support Office or PMO for a government or large, multidisciplinary corporation.· Substantial leadership experience in management or supervisory positions leading, coaching and mentoring people to maximise their potential and their work contribution.· Certification and experience/understanding in one or more of ISO/IEC 38500, P3O, Prince2, PMBOK, MSP principles and governance frameworks.Applications close Tuesday 21 May 2024As part of the recruitment process you may be required to complete Pre-Employment screening which may include a medical, qualification check, police clearance and Australian working rights check.We reserve the right to withdraw this ad prior to the closing date.Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace:Diversity and inclusion are more than words. They guide us on building a thriving workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and our community.We encourage applications from every background, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, women, youth, LGBTQIA+ folks and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.Applicants with disability who require adjustments, or alternative methods of communication in the recruitment process, can contact a Recruitment Officer at or 9420 2000.To read our diversity and inclusion statement, please