Job description
Agency Department of Logistics and Infrastructure Work unit Civil Delivery
Job title Senior Project Manager Civil Designation Technical 6
Job type Full time Duration Ongoing
Salary $113,509 - $118,842 Location Nhulunbuy
Position number RTF Closing 26/01/2026
Contact officer Kylie Field, Regional Director East Arnhem on or
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TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS.
Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans
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.
Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures plans, go
to the OCPE website.
Primary objective
Manage the development and delivery of assigned Capital Works, Minor New Works and Maintenance projects to construct roads
and other civil assets in the Region, ensuring projects are delivered as defined by various Project Managers and to the satisfaction
of clients.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Provide high level leadership for the regional team responsible for the development and implementation of road and civil works
programs in the Arnhem Region.
1. Provide high level professional advice to clients and project managers on civil construction projects. Provide appropriate reports
and briefings to Regional Director and others as required.
3. As a Senior Project Manager, deliver and contribute to the investigation, development and formulation of the civil asset
Maintenance, Minor New Works and Capital Works programs for roads and other civil assets in the region.
4. Establish an excellent working relationship with clients and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, on all matters
relating to the projects and provide a high level of assistance on related matters that may be required to ensure that projects
are achieved.
1. Ensure all documentation, clearances and authorisations are obtained in a timely manner prior to commencement of works to
enable projects to proceed. Ensure all documentation and directions are recorded in line with department standards and best
practice.
1. Manage all aspects of project management from project conception to completion.
2. Carry out all duties in accordance with Departmental WH&S, EEO and environmental guidelines.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Relevant tertiary Technical qualifications in a related discipline such as Civil Engineering, Civil Construction Management,
Project Management or related field.
2. High level written and oral communications skills including the ability to prepare design, procurement and project management
documentation.
3. Detailed knowledge of traffic management, road and civil industry design, construction and maintenance techniques and
practices, including roads, land servicing and hydraulics and best practice environmental management.
4. Well-developed information technology skills including word processing and spreadsheet software as well as project
management and design tools.
5. Good working knowledge of the requirements of the relevant legislation as applied in the NT or similar jurisdictions as well as
a range of relevant Australian Standards, Codes of Practice and associated Guidelines.
6. Sound knowledge of, contemporary financial and human resource management practices, and strategic and business planning,
including the imperatives and business drivers in a commercial environment.
7. An ability to interact effectively with people of diverse cultures.
8. Current Driver's Licence.
Desirable
1. Advanced Diploma in Civil Construction Management and/or Contract Management or Project Management.
Further information
Ability and willingness to travel to remote locations via 4wd or light aircraft, stay overnight in community or camping.
Role eligible for subsidised accommodation, travel and additional entitlements.
The position will require a National Criminal History check, an Ochre Card and a White Card (NT).