Project Manager (Western Australia)

Lead high‑impact, strategically important projects across the University. Drive best‑practice delivery utilizing modern delivery methodologies and frameworks. Full‑time appointment on an ongoing basis. Competitive salary package including 17% superannuation. About The Area UWA is making significant investments in the Information and Technology Services to enable its strategic direction and goals. UWA is also looking to utilise technology advancements to expand its services and create new and innovative teaching and research models. Robust, flexible, integrated and agile enterprise architecture, information and technology services are vital to enabling the university strategic objectives. The IT Delivery Enablement team manages the progression of IT initiatives through ideation, initiation, business case, planning and execution supported by the Portfolio Management Office (PMO). The team also provides functional support for Program and Project Management, Business Analysis, Change Management, and Test & Release Management. About The Opportunity We are seeking a Project Manager with extensive experience in all phases of the project delivery lifecycle and delivery methodologies with the skills and flexibility to be assigned to any complex project within IT. This role will largely sit at the front end of the IT project portfolio, working with UWA stakeholders to turn ideas into investment‑ready proposals. Exceptional project planning skills will be required to define scope, complexity, risks, dependencies, resourcing, schedule and budget, and support the business owners to develop credible business cases. About You
- Tertiary qualification in STEM or Business or demonstrated equivalent competency.
- Project Management qualifications (PMP, Prince2) or equivalent competency.
- Substantial relevant experience as a Project Manager (5‑10 years’ experience delivering IT projects value > $2 M+) managing the full lifecycle delivery of complex IT initiatives, from initiation through to closure.
- Substantial experience in scoping, estimating, risk assessment and concept‑stage planning.
- Highly developed experience in developing business cases or investment proposals. Note Employment checks will include information on gender‑based violence, sexual harassment, and related misconduct to meet legal obligations. A current National Police Clearance will be required by the successful applicant. Some after‑hours work may be required. Legal and Equal Opportunity Statement This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia. We are committed to fostering a protected environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability. If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process. Contact: with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6‑digit job reference number. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rrfs1