Project Manager, Client Office
1 month ago
The Department of Health plays a critical role in the Victorian health system and is responsible for shaping it to meet the health needs of all Victorians. We’re focused on supporting Victorians to be as healthy as they can; whether through alerting them to seasonal risks like thunderstorm asthma, notifying them of contact with communicable diseases, safeguarding their drinking water, developing the best health, wellbeing and care facilities in the world, being at the forefront of mental health and wellbeing treatment or accelerating medical research. It’s all part of the way we partner with the community to help every individual lead a healthy life.
- Are you a Project Manager looking to be a part of VIC health infrastructure projects?
- Join DH 4x VPS6 Full time Permanent positions available
- Melbourne CBD/Hybrid + Flexible working options + EAP + Purchased Leave options, etc
About the role:
With the significant number of health infrastructure projects in development or delivery a strong client-side interface to represent client requirements and interests is required. The department is establishing this function to ensure that as projects evolve, the projects remain focused on delivering benefits to the health system as originally intended in line with clinical and broader health system priorities identified.
The Investment Strategy and Client Office sits within the Department of Health and provides a key interface between the delivery agency and the Department of Health (the department) to manage concise and timely advice and clarification of project requirements, guidance on governance processes, reviews and approvals for any changes to ensure that projects integrate into the health system and the intended benefits are realised.
As the Project Manager, Client Office you will be responsible for activities to support project development, design, delivery and integration in collaboration with stakeholders.
The Project Manager will represent the department or client views in various forums and discussions. An understanding of health infrastructure or health service delivery would be highly beneficial to the role. Strong and engaging interpersonal and stakeholder management skills will be a key to success in the role, as will experience in establishing and managing change control processes for major projects.
About us:
At the Victorian Department of Health we want a future where Victorians are the healthiest people in the world. A Victoria where our children and people thrive, our workplaces are productive and safe, and our communities are more connected.
We see it as our job to support Victorians to stay healthy and safe. And to deliver a world-class healthcare system that ensures every single Victorian can access safe, quality care that leads to better health outcomes for all.
How you'll make a difference:
- Provide leadership in project planning and delivery associated with health infrastructure projects
- Provide professional expertise and oversight to ensure the development and integration of a complex health infrastructure program to time, cost and quality requirements, ensuring alignment with health system priorities and requirements
- Build strong relationships and competently negotiate with stakeholders, including project team members, Local, State and Commonwealth Government Agencies and community stakeholders
- Provide active professional advice to support the procurement and management of contracts, monitor contractor progress and effectively negotiate variations, claims and other issues
- Proactively identify and promptly respond to issues and project risks through exercising excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to pre-empt and mitigate project risks
- Provide advice to internal and external stakeholders and undertake a range activities such as the preparation and/or coordination of reporting products, briefings, correspondence that inform decision making at project, organisational and portfolio levels
Suitable applicants will be able to demonstrate:
- High-performing ability along with leadership, analytical, problem solving, policy development and communication skills
- Experience and proven expertise in project management of infrastructure projects, with multiple stakeholders and significant risk management experience
- Demonstrated achievement in the planning, development or delivery of infrastructure projects
- Strong negotiation skills with a proven track record in effectively managing negotiations with multiple stakeholders
- Exceptional communication skills - verbal and written
- Computer literacy skills including project scheduling
- Proven achievement in directing and influencing multi-disciplinary teams, consultants and contractors to achieve goals and project objectives
- Contemporary experience in health infrastructure planning, engineering, architecture, health system planning, clinical planning, project management and business case development
To learn more please click ‘Apply' to view the Position Description on the Careers.vic website.
What we offer:
- The opportunity to perform meaningful work, making direct contributions toward enabling Victorians to be the healthiest people in the world.
- A wide range of growth and development opportunities within the department and wider Victorian Public Service & Sector.
- A strong commitment to work-life balance, including a diverse array of flexible working arrangements.
How to apply:
Applications should include a resume and a cover letter. Click the ‘Apply' button to view further information about the role including key contact details and the advertisement closing date.
We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that is well equipped and highly motivated to provide responsive and quality services to all Victorians. We continue to build an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity of backgrounds and differences to realise the potential of our employees for innovation and delivering services aimed at enhancing the lives of all Victorians.
All roles can be worked flexibly and we encourage applications from Aboriginal people, people with disabilities, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Please contact us if you require any adjustments to participate in the recruitment process at inclusion@health.vic.gov.au. Please view our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion here.
Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and other pre-employment checks including proof of vaccination against COVID-19. Information provided will be treated in the strictest confidence, in line with our Privacy Policy.
The Jobs and Skills Exchange (JSE) Recruitment Policy allows for priority consideration for Victorian Public Service (VPS) and select employees of the Victorian Public Sector who apply through the Jobs Skills Exchange (JSE) jobs board platform. As such, these employees are strongly encouraged to submit their application through JSE rather than via external advertisement.
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