The Opportunity
We are seeking a Senior Project Manager to join our Strategic Engagement and Performance team at Austroads. In this role, you will lead the delivery of a diverse portfolio of projects that support national transport outcomes across Australia and New Zealand.
You will play a pivotal role in translating strategic priorities into tangible outcomes, driving collaboration across internal teams, member agencies and external partners, and ensuring projects are delivered in line with our Project Management Framework.
Responsibilities
This exciting role will involve the following:
• Manage and deliver multiple concurrent projects across varying levels of complexity.
• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and resource requirements.
• Develop project documentation including business cases, project plans, governance reporting, budgets and forecasts.
• Monitor and report on project progress, including risks, issues, budgets, and timelines.
• Manage stakeholders across government, industry, and consultancy partners.
• Oversee procurement processes and manage external consultants and service providers.
• Lead project governance activities including steering committees and control groups.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and organisational performance initiatives.
• Provide guidance and leadership to support staff including a Project Coordinator.
The full position descriptions can be found at www.austroads.gov.au/careers
About you
The successful candidate will possess:
• Significant experience in managing complex projects and delivering outcomes within structured governance frameworks.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and frameworks.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, stakeholders, and competing deadlines.
• Experience working with internal and external stakeholders, consultants, contractors, and service providers.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex information for diverse audiences.
• Experience in preparing reports and other written artefacts.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
• Highly developed stakeholder engagement, negotiation, and relationship management skills.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in project management (desirable).
Employee Benefits
Austroads has been recognised as a 2025 5-Star Employer of Choice by HRD Magazine, and one of The Australian’s Best Places to Work in 2025.
• Access to Employee Assistance Program for all employees and their immediate family
• Extra 5 days personal leave per financial year
• Wellbeing allowance of up to $500 per financial year
• Flexible working arrangements and hybrid working from home available
• Additional paid parental leave entitlements
• Further education and professional development subsidisation and leave support
• Access to LinkedIn Learning subscription for ongoing development
About Austroads
Austroads is the collective of the Australian and New Zealand transport agencies representing all levels of government. We provide high-quality, practical and impartial advice, information, tools and services to help our members deliver efficient, reliable and safe mobility to their customers.
Austroads employs approximately 120 people across Australia and New Zealand, including key business units such as the National Exchange of Vehicle and Driver Information Service (NEVDIS) and Transport Certification Australia (TCA).
We embrace diversity of identity, experience and thought, and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a National Police Check.
To apply for this role, please press “Quick Apply” and upload your resume and a cover letter explaining your interest in the role and why you would be an exceptional candidate.
Due to the anticipated volume of applicants, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
