Senior Project Manager

About UBS:

With a proud history spanning over 26 years in the insurance building repairs domain, UBS stands as a trusted partner to some of Australia’s most distinguished Insurance companies. We are the front line for people who have experienced loss and devastation, and our role is to make a complex process simple whilst supporting our customers through the rebuilding process. At UBS, our vision is rebuilding dreams by providing quality rebuilds at competitive costs.

About our Core Values:

• are open and honest
• own our decisions
• are collaborative and solution focused
• embrace change
• are role models, our behaviours build strong relationship

About the Role:

UBS is looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager to join our team at our Head Office in Carrum Downs. The ideal candidate will preferably have a background in the insurance sector, who can bring strong organisational, leadership and stakeholder management skills to the role. In this role, you’ll oversee and manage a range of insurance repair projects, working closely with key stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered efficiently, within scope, budget and to a high standard.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee a portfolio of insurance repair from commencement through to completion.
• Develop and maintain strong collaborative relationships with insurance partners, clients, contractors, suppliers and internal support teams.
• Monitor project progress, ensuring projects are delivered within agreed scope, timeframes, quality standards and budget.
• Coordinate and manage internal teams, subcontractors and other key stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.
• Identify, manage and resolve project risks, issues and escalations, providing effective and timely solutions.
• Review project scopes and ensure works are delivered in accordance with agreed requirements, insurance policies, building standards and relevant regulations.
• Monitor project performance, identify opportunities for process improvement and implement solutions to improve efficiency and customer outcomes.
• Provide regular project reporting and maintain accurate project documentation and records.
• Ensure appropriate Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) protocols, processes and standards are maintained throughout project delivery.

About you:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in project management, ideally within the insurance or construction related industry.
• Previous experience working within the insurance sector and an understanding of insurance claims and repair processes is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple projects simultaneously, with strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritise competing demands.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with insurance partners, contractors, customers and internal teams.
• Demonstrated ability to manage project scope, budgets, timeframes, risks and escalations.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive and solutions-focused approach.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to confidently engage with stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to influence and drive positive outcomes across multiple teams.
• Strong administrative, organisational and time management skills.
• High level of computer literacy and confidence using project management systems and Microsoft Office.
• A strong understanding of building processes, regulations and industry standards would be advantageous.

Requirements:

• Driver’s Licence.
• Police Check.
• Working with Children Check.
• White Card.
• Relevant project management, construction or building qualification (desirable).

What we offer:

• Competitive salary package commensurate with experience
• Supportive leadership team and collaborative work environment
• Opportunity to play a key role in business growth and improvement
• Long-term career development opportunities

Inclusion and Diversity

We continue to hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experience, and backgrounds. This includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers, and other diversity groups.