Principal Project Manager

THE ROLE
The Principal Project Manager will work in a collaborative and innovative team focused on construction delivery and completion for the redevelopment of Homes Victoria high-rise tower sites in accordance with the Government's Housing Statement. The Principal Project Manager will provide pro-active and authoritative project management leadership for Public-Private Partnership (PPP) projects, oversee and manage consultancies and contractors involved in design, documentation and project delivery and work with key stakeholders including Councils and authorities to progress design and delivery works. This includes coordinating procurement processes, budget and cash flow management, construction contract administration, stakeholder management, reporting and risk and issues management.

Day-to-day your responsibilities will include:

• Lead the full life cycle of projects to meet departmental objectives including project development and delivery, monitoring and evaluation.
• Lead the preparation and presentation of reports, internal and ministerial briefs, cabinet and agency submissions.
• Maintain positive relationships with stakeholders to facilitate a partnership approach.
• Develop, implement and maintain efficient project administration systems including document tracking and control and proactively creating and implementing new systems to streamline processes as required.

Skills
You bring the vision, initiative and collaborative leadership needed to deliver this urban renewal project. Some of the skills, experience and mindset we're looking for include:

• Demonstrated relevant experience in a similar role, including delivery of large scale residential projects and a high attention to detail and accuracy, is essential. Experience in Private Public Partnership (PPP) is preferable.
• Strong procurement and delivery knowledge for the full lifecycle of projects including transaction, design, planning, delivery, completion and transition to operations. A sound understanding of contract management, construction contracts, contract administration processes and project completion processes is required.

What We Offer
For more details, please open the position description.
We're committed to creating a workplace that supports, values and empowers our people:

• 17.5% leave loading + a range of leave entitlements for parents, carers and purchased leave options
• Hybrid work model & flexible work options
• Annual mobility payment + salary increases and structured progression pathways
• Professional development and study support to help you grow
• Salary packaging perks incl. super top-ups + novated leasing
• Discounted public transport options

We believe in inclusiveness, diversity and equality and are committed to ensuring that our workplaces are a reflection of the Victorian community. We recognise the benefits that a diverse and inclusive culture brings for our employees and in turn, encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply to our vacancies. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with a disability and others from under-represented backgrounds to apply.

How To Apply
Ready to be part of something transformative and help reimaging what public housing can be? Applications close 11:59pm
Tuesday 16 September 2025.
Apply now with a cover letter (max 2 pages) and resume. You don't need to address the key selection criteria separately, but make sure your cover letter outlines your relevant experience. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process. Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including national police check and misconduct screening.

For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Victoria | Jobs )

Note

• Recruitment agencies please do not contact us.