Randstad Recruitment has partnered with a highly respected local Victorian Council in Melbourne's western suburbs to recruit a PMO Project Manager with strong experience in engineering, architecture, or consultancy (built environment). This role offers a rare opportunity for a senior-level project leader to influence strategic delivery while managing a skilled team of Project Managers and Engineers.

Please note: Applications from IT project managers will not be considered. This role requires experience in building infrastructure projects.

About the Role

This is a leadership position within the Project Management Office (PMO), focused on the initiation, planning, and strategic oversight of capital works projects - including civic buildings, public infrastructure, and community assets. You will provide hands-on guidance from project brief through to delivery handover.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Develop and manage project plans aligned with PMO guidelines and Council objectives
  
  
• Oversee the transition of projects into the Capital Delivery team
  
  
• Provide leadership and mentoring to Project Managers and technical staff
  
  
• Continuously improve the PM Framework, tools, and reporting systems
  
  
• Analyse project trends and performance, and implement data-driven improvements
  
  
• Prepare business cases, budgets, and capital works proposals
  
  
• Ensure compliance with financial, OHS, procurement, and stakeholder engagement standards
  
  
• Deliver clear reporting and recommendations to senior stakeholders and committees
  
  

What You'll Bring:

• Proven PMO, Project Management, or Program Management experience in the built environment
  
  
• Tertiary qualifications in Engineering, Architecture, Project Management, or a related discipline
  
  
• Experience leading complex building infrastructure projects (feasibility to delivery)
  
  
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and team leadership abilities
  
  
• Ability to develop and refine project frameworks, systems, and governance tools
  
  
• Demonstrated understanding of government infrastructure delivery and capital works programs
  
  
• Strong analytical, financial, and reporting skills
  
  
• Experience leading large-scale community engagement initiatives is highly desirable
  
  

How to Apply:

If you're an experienced PMO looking to take the next step in your career - and make a tangible impact - apply now. Submit your application in WORD format via the SEEK Apply button.

Have questions before applying? Please reach out to Roger on 0477742741 9-5pm Monday - Friday.

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.