Project Manager
Job No:
COS164
Location:
Colac
Project Manager
Salary:
$95,000 - $105,000
/ Year
Contract Type:
Permanent
Location:
Colac - VIC
Industry:
Construction & Engineering
Reference:
3958475
Contact Name:
Marcel Lafontaine
Contact Email:
About Colac Otway Shire
Colac Otway Shire, located just two hours west of Melbourne, is one of Victoria’s most picturesque regions, offering diverse landscapes ranging from volcanic plains and hinterland forests to the iconic Great Ocean Road coastline. The town of Colac serves as the key industrial and commercial hub of the region, while Apollo Bay, as the coastal center, attracts thousands of visitors each summer, adding to the Shire's vibrant community.
The Council is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for both residents and visitors, fostering a thriving, sustainable, and inclusive community. With a focus on strategic planning, economic development, and environmental sustainability, Colac Otway Shire Council delivers key services in planning, environmental management, community support, and public safety. Committed to excellence, innovation, and strong community engagement, the Council’s vision is to enhance livability, prosperity, and preserve the Shire’s natural beauty and diverse heritage.
About the Role
The Council is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for both residents and visitors, fostering a thriving, sustainable, and inclusive community. With a focus on strategic planning, economic development, and environmental sustainability, Colac Otway Shire Council delivers key services in planning, environmental management, community support, and public safety. Committed to excellence, innovation, and strong community engagement, the Council’s vision is to enhance livability, prosperity, and preserve the Shire’s natural beauty and diverse heritage.
About the Role
The Project Manager will join the Program Delivery team to oversee the planning and delivery of civil and road projects. Reporting to the Coordinator Project Management, the role will manage projects in line with Council’s project management processes, ensuring compliance with governance, contract and procurement requirements. The position will also provide advice and support across the Program Delivery team, contribute to continuous improvement of project management practices, and ensure that projects meet safety, budget and quality standards.
Candidate Profile
Candidate Profile
We are seeking an experienced Project Manager with a proven track record in delivering civil and road projects. You will have strong skills in contract administration, stakeholder engagement, and construction management, along with sound knowledge of relevant codes, standards and regulations. The ideal candidate will bring excellent organisational skills, the ability to manage competing priorities, and confidence in negotiating with contractors and consultants. Just as importantly, you will demonstrate a positive attitude, strong alignment with Council’s values, and the ability to contribute to a collaborative team culture. Qualifications in civil engineering, project management or construction management are desirable, as is experience working within local government or complex stakeholder environments.
Application Process
Application Process
Public Sector People (PSP) has partnered with Colac Otway Shire in the recruitment of the Project Manager role. We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land on which this opportunity takes place, and we pay our respects to Elders past, present, and emerging.
Colac Otway Shire is a child-safe organisation, committed to creating an environment where children are safe, respected, and empowered. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities.
For further information, including the Position Description, please contact Marcel Lafontaine on 0423 668 753 or marcel@publicsectorpeople.com.au To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter through the link here.
Applications for this role close on Monday 15 September 2025.
Colac Otway Shire is a child-safe organisation, committed to creating an environment where children are safe, respected, and empowered. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities.
For further information, including the Position Description, please contact Marcel Lafontaine on 0423 668 753 or marcel@publicsectorpeople.com.au To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter through the link here.
Applications for this role close on Monday 15 September 2025.
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