Project Manager
Job No:
COS208
Location:
Colac
We are seeking an enthusiastic suitably experienced individual to join our Program Delivery team as Project Manager in a Permanent Full-Time capacity.
Located within two hours south-west of Melbourne, Colac Otway is renowned for its magnificent southern coastline, the Otway rainforests and the northern lakes and offers an attractive lifestyle with diverse employment opportunities. Backed by a thriving economy in primary industries, tourism, commercial and community services this is an exceptional career opportunity.
This position is based in Colac.
As Project Manager you will ensure that Council:
- Efficiently and effectively manage and deliver capital projects in accordance with Council’s agreed project management framework.
- Effectively manage contracts that this position is directly responsible for and provide contract management support and advice to other team members.
- Provides adequate support to all stakeholders in the project delivery process, including project sponsors, to understand and deliver on their roles and responsibilities.
About You:
To support your success in this role you will have:
- Relevant experience in the end to end delivery of projects in the built environment (civil, open space, buildings and structures etc.). (Tertiary qualifications in engineering, project management, construction management or equivalent are desirable)
- Relevant experience in project management of small to large scale projects in varying business environments.
- Experience in contract administration and supervision.
- Knowledge and experience in the application of Standards, Codes and Regulations applicable to the delivery of civil and building projects.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to build relationships and effectively communicate with a range of stakeholders.
- Excellent computer skills including MS Project and MS office suite.
- A current Victorian Drivers Licence.
For further information regarding the duties and requirements of the role, please refer to the position description.
Salary information: $86,793.20 to $93,614.04 per annum plus superannuation
Applications close on Thursday 30 April 2026 at 11.59pm
For further information and how to apply:
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- Download and review the Position Description including the Key Selection Criteria.
- Information to be included with your application:
- Letter of application
- Current resume
- Key Selection Criteria Responses
- Submit your application
Please note: Council reserves the right to conduct interviews with suitable candidates prior to the closing date.
Colac Otway Shire Council is a child safe organisation and is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
