Job description
Agency Department of Logistics and Infrastructure Work unit Regions
Job title Senior Project Manager Designation Administrative Officer 7
Job type Full time Duration Ongoing
Salary $117,356 - $126,251 Location Alice Springs and Tennant Creek
Position number 60260015 RTF 350065 Closing 09/08/2026
Contact officer Barbara Beier on 08 8951 5214 or [email protected]
About the agency https://dli.nt.gov.au
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=350065
APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR TERTIARY
QUALIFICATIONS.
Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity
The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates people with disability by
making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or job, please discuss this with the contact officer.
For more information about applying for this position and the merit process, go to the OCPE website.
Primary objective
Manage the delivery of complex infrastructure projects, including capital works, and lead the activities of Project Managers, Project Officers, and external
service providers to ensure the provision of high-quality advice and services to client agencies across specific regions. Oversee all phases of the clients’
programs, contracts and major project planning to ensure projects are delivered in a timely, cost-effective, and professional manner in line with Northern
Territory Government (NTG) standards and objectives.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Manage a diverse range of client agency projects including complex infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with departmental policies, NTG
legislation, and relevant construction and technical standards.
2. Contribute to the overall success of the work unit and region by effectively managing the multi-disciplinary aspects of projects and coordinating
these disciplines within large-scale construction environments.
3. Provide expert project leadership, direction, and support to Project Managers to ensure the successful delivery of projects that meet agreed time,
cost, quality, and performance targets.
4. Engage with client agencies throughout all stages of projects, ensuring they are informed and involved in key decision-making processes, including
any matters affecting delivery timeframes, costs, or facility functionality, and maintain effective relationships with senior-level stakeholders.
5. Manage financial, procurement, and reporting responsibilities for assigned projects and programs, ensuring compliance with governance, probity, and
accountability requirements, including NTG procurement processes and contract conditions.
6. Provide strategic advice and technical input on planning, program delivery, and operational improvements to support regional service delivery
outcomes.
7. Carry out all duties in accordance with departmental Work Health and Safety (WHS), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), and environmental
management policies and guidelines.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Substantial knowledge and proven experience in the effective delivery of multi-disciplinary and higher-complexity projects, in a client-focused and
dynamic environment, encompassing one or more of the following areas: transport and civil infrastructure, built infrastructure, or housing.
2. Extensive knowledge and experience in project planning, procurement, and contract management, including the ability to manage and supervise
contractors and consultants effectively in accordance with contract conditions, including NTG and NPWC-aligned processes, WHS Act and
Regulations, NT Building Act, Building Codes of Australia and Australian Standards as applied in the NT.
3. Demonstrated experience in developing, delivering, and improving programs within a government or large organisational framework, with experience
coordinating or contributing to planning and project program management.
4. Proven ability to apply high-level oral and written communication, problem-solving, negotiation, and leadership skills, with the ability to build and
maintain strong professional relationships with clients, colleagues, and senior-level stakeholders.
5. Well-developed information technology skills including word processing and spreadsheet software as well as project management and design tools.
6. Current NT Driver’s Licence or ability to obtain.
Desirable
1. Qualification in Contract Management, Project Management, or a related discipline.
2. Sound understanding of project and business management practices relevant to infrastructure project delivery.
Further information
Additional inclusions relevant to this vacancy may include:
- Accommodation support and relocation assistance may be negotiated.
- Allowances to support utilities including household contents insurance premiums and electrical subsidy (terms apply).
- Operational vehicle provided for work purposes and options for flexible work arrangements.
To learn more about general employment conditions, go to the Office of the Commissioner for Public Employment website.
All applicants must complete the application form, indicating their preferred project management discipline and nominating their preferred regional
work location.
