Senior Project Manager

Agency Department of Logistics and Infrastructure Work unit Housing and Land Servicing

Job title Senior Project Manager Designation Technical 6

Job type Full time Duration Ongoing

Salary $120,421 - $126,079 Location Darwin

Position number 46639 RTF 357076 Closing 28/10/2026

Contact Officer Steven Teece, Manager Projects on 08 8999 4881 or [email protected]

About the agency https://dli.nt.gov.au/

Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=357076

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
The Senior Project Manager Top End region undertakes planning and co-ordination of housing construction projects simultaneously in

several remote communities and includes ensuring local decision-making outcomes and adherence to national standards, timing and

budget.

Context statement
The Housing and Land Servicing Office is responsible for delivering a 10-year remote housing program, Our Community. Our Future. Our

Homes. across 73 remote communities that will deliver new houses and additional living spaces with a focus on local decision making.

Key duties and responsibilities

1. Responsible for managing all phases of delivery for new and extended housing primarily remote communities from planning, pre-

construction through to construction delivery and handover.

2. Perform responsibilities of Principal Project Officer or the Superintendent for housing capital works contracts ensuring compliance

with contract conditions.

3. Ensure housing construction projects are delivered within budget and timeframe including monitoring quality assurance of construction

in challenging and complex remote environment settings.

4. Establish and maintain strong working relationships with contractors and stakeholders throughout project lifecycle.

5. Conduct site visits to construction projects and ensure the project is being delivered within scope, conducting pre-handover

inspections on new and extended constructed homes.

6. Regularly update relevant data and reporting systems and ensuring a high standard of accuracy is maintained.

7. Principal source of technical advice and community specific issues regarding the new construction and extensions of homes.

8. Training, mentoring, supporting and managing team members as required.

Selection criteria
Essential

1. A relevant qualification awarded by an Australian (or equivalent) institution, or relevant experience in a field of technical work closely

related to the duties of the vacancy.

2. A proven track record of delivering project outcomes to scope, within budget and on time.

3. Experience and knowledge of the building industry including design and construction, contract management.

4. Highly developed communication skills, both written and oral, including negotiation and conflict resolution experience.

5. Ability to positively engage with stakeholders in a culturally sensitive manner fostering an open, diverse and inclusive environment

whilst meeting contractual, legislative and program requirements.

6. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with minimal supervision, prioritise tasks to achieve multiple outcomes simultaneously,

exercise sound judgement, maintain confidentiality and promote the objectives of the program.

7. Demonstrated ability to respond positively to change with a commitment to ongoing improvement and professional development.

8. Ability and willingness to work in remote communities (and remote centres/towns) for short periods. Travel to remote locations via

four-wheel drive vehicles, light aircraft or other means, together.

9. A current NT C-class driver’s licence or equivalent and be physically able to drive four-wheel drive vehicles for long distances.

Desirable

1. Trade Certificate

Approved: Insert 15/09/2026 Kylie field, General Manager Housing and Land Servicing

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Job description

Agency Department of Logistics and Infrastructure Work unit Housing and Land Servicing

Job title Senior Project Manager Designation Administrative Officer 7

Job type Full time Duration Ongoing

Salary $120,877 - $130,039 Location Darwin

Position number 46639 RTF 357076 Closing 28/10/2026

Contact Officer Steven Teece, Manager Projects on 08 8999 4881 or [email protected]

About the agency https://dli.nt.gov.au/

Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=357076

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
The Senior Project Manager Top End region undertakes planning and co-ordination of housing construction projects simultaneously in

several remote communities and includes ensuring local decision-making outcomes and adherence to national standards, timing and

budget.

Context statement
The Housing and Land Servicing Office is responsible for delivering a 10-year remote housing program, Our Community. Our Future. Our

Homes. across 73 remote communities that will deliver new houses and additional living spaces with a focus on local decision making.

Key duties and responsibilities

1. Responsible for managing all phases of delivery for new and extended housing primarily remote communities from planning, pre-

construction through to construction delivery and handover.

2. Perform responsibilities of Principal Project Officer or the Superintendent for housing capital works contracts ensuring compliance

with contract conditions.

3. Ensure housing construction projects are delivered within budget and timeframe including monitoring quality assurance of construction

in challenging and complex remote environment settings.

4. Establish and maintain strong working relationships with contractors and stakeholders throughout project lifecycle.

5. Conduct site visits to construction projects and ensure the project is being delivered within scope, conducting pre-handover

inspections on new and extended constructed homes.

6. Regularly update relevant data and reporting systems and ensuring a high standard of accuracy is maintained.

7. Principal source of technical advice and community specific issues regarding the new construction and extensions of homes.

8. Training, mentoring, supporting and managing team members as required.

Selection criteria
Essential

1. Experience and knowledge of the building industry including design and construction, contract management.

2. A proven track record of delivering project outcomes to scope, within budget and on time.

3. Highly developed communication skills, both written and oral, including negotiation and conflict resolution experience.

4. Ability to positively engage with stakeholders in a culturally sensitive manner fostering an open, diverse and inclusive environment

whilst meeting contractual, legislative and program requirements.

5. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with minimal supervision, prioritise tasks to achieve multiple outcomes simultaneously,

exercise sound judgement, maintain confidentiality and promote the objectives of the program.

6. Demonstrated ability to respond positively to change with a commitment to ongoing improvement and professional development.

7. Ability and willingness to work in remote communities (and remote centres/towns) for short periods. Travel to remote locations via

four-wheel drive vehicles, light aircraft or other means.

8. A current NT C-class driver’s licence or equivalent and be physically able to drive four-wheel drive vehicles for long distances.

Desirable

1. Qualifications in Project Management.