Senior Project Manager

Build your career and Australia's future.

Not many people can say they are working on building Australia's future. With us you'll be doing just that, leaving a legacy for all Australians. Plus, there's equal employment, great training, and true flexible working arrangements.

We have an exciting opportunity at nbn, as Senior Project Manager reporting to Executive Manager, Field Services.

A bit about your role

The Senior Project Manager is responsible for leading and supporting the successful delivery of strategic initiatives across all phases of project execution, including planning, reporting, risk and change management, and adherence to PMO governance standards. The role involves managing complex, multi-stream projects that align with business objectives, preparing high-quality documentation for governance forums and senior stakeholders, and collaborating across business units to drive operational improvements.

Key accountabilities include capability delivery, stakeholder engagement, governance, reporting, and change management. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, communicative, and adaptable, with the ability to lead teams, manage dependencies, and deliver outcomes under pressure.

A bit about you

The ideal candidate for the Senior Project Manager role demonstrates strategic thinking, commercial acumen, and expertise in portfolio, scope, and resource management, with hands-on experience using tools like JIRA, MS Project, Trello, OR Miro. The role requires expertise in managing complex, cross-functional projects within technology-driven enterprises.

They demonstrate strong communication, stakeholder engagement, and conflict resolution skills, along with the ability to lead virtual teams and drive continuous improvement. Proficiency in Lean Six Sigma and a disciplined, process-driven approach to delivery are essential, as is the capability to manage resources, navigate ambiguity, and deliver outcomes in dynamic environments.

Life at nbn

To be part of nbn is to be part of something bigger. There's so much more from here. Our pioneering spirit drives us forward every day. Together, we help lift the digital capability of the nation by building and connecting Australia's best fibre infrastructure into homes and businesses, plus places and things, everywhere. We're continuing to create Australia's network—a network made for more. Not just a way for everyone to do the things they love but transforming the way they do them.

A more inclusive working world

nbn is committed to an inclusive, flexible, and supportive workplace where everyone can feel heard, valued, and respected. We believe diverse perspectives are the key to unlocking greater outcomes and encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures. That's why we have a Reconciliation Action Plan, Accessibility & Inclusion Plan, offer 18 weeks of paid parental leave, are a Pride in Diversity Gold Employer for three years running, and have active employee-led diversity pillars. Click here to see our list of employee benefits and why we're recognised as a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for Women.

We champion equal opportunities for all employees. If you have any accessibility requirements and would like to discuss adjustments for the recruitment process, please don't hesitate to contact us by emailing or calling our Recruitment Accessibility Enquiry Line at Please note, this line is dedicated to accessibility-related enquiries for the purposes of recruitment, and only enquiries related to accessibility adjustments will be answered. For other matters, please visit our Contact Us page on our website.

Where to from here?

We encourage you to apply even if you feel that you do not meet all the above qualifications. Frequently cited statistics show that women and underrepresented groups apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. We encourage you to break that statistic and to apply. No one ever meets 100% of the requirements. We look forward to your application

Please apply by following the links and sending in your resume only. We do not require a cover letter or any selection criteria to be addressed.

To be eligible for this role, you must have full working rights in Australia.

Please note that this is a permanent opportunity and applications for this role will close at midnight, 9th September 2025.