Executive Director, Project Delivery

2 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Department of Education Full time $290,601 - $419,000 per year

Work that makes a difference to the lives of Victorians
Victorian School Building Authority
The Victorian School Building Authority (VSBA) is part of the Department of Education and oversees Victoria's significant school and early childhood building program.

The VSBA Delivers On Three Key Priorities

  • to build and expand the schools and early childhood services Victoria needs for its rapidly growing population
  • to reform how we maintain and modernise school buildings and grounds
  • to engage local communities, giving them more say and keeping them better informed about new schools and major upgrades

Your role
As a member of the Executive Leadership Team, the Executive Director, Project Delivery is responsible for the strategic direction, planning, and operational delivery of a significant capital works program.

This pivotal leadership role is responsible for fulfilling significant duties including:

  • oversight of the modernisation and upgrade of schools
  • delivery of new kindergartens and early learning centres
  • cultivating strong relationships with delivery partners, key stakeholders, peers, industry bodies, and other government agencies
  • exemplary leadership of an experienced and capable team
  • managing expenditure and ensuring government procurement compliance
  • driving a values-based and positive culture of excellence and collaboration

This is a 5-year role with a salary range of $290,601 - $419,000 (TRP), offering meaningful and challenging work in an environment that encourages values-based leadership.

Please refer to the Position Description for more information about the role purpose.

About You
Key to your success in this role will be your:

  • track record of achievement at an executive level leading large-scale infrastructure delivery and development projects
  • extensive experience in financial management, governance, and risk management
  • demonstrated conceptual, analytical, and enterprise thinking
  • responsive, effective, and intentional communication style that has proven to build strong relationships and foster collaboration

Please refer to the Position Description for more information on the required capabilities and qualifications.

How To Apply
Please submit a resume and a cover letter (no more than one A4 page). There is no requirement to make a separate statement in response to each of the key selection criteria, however the cover letter should provide an overview of how your knowledge, skills and experience meet the key selection criteria specified in the Position Description.

Please see the Position Description for other relevant information regarding the application process including pre-employment checks, privacy statement, and how to request reasonable adjustments.

The Department values diversity and inclusion in all forms – gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Applications close at midnight 30 September 2025.

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