About the role Victoria Police is seeking an experienced and customer‑focused Project Manager to lead the delivery of weapons ranges, housing and Academy infrastructure projects across Victoria. This 12‑month maternity leave position sits within the Facilities Division and plays a key role in supporting the operational readiness of Victoria Police through the effective management of its training environments and residential housing. Works closely with internal delivery partners including Facility Planning and Major Projects. This role is responsible for managing a diverse program of weapon range upgrades, housing builds and refurbishments, and Academy Facility works, funded through multiple streams including the Residential and Recruits Trust. Victorian Police is a contemporary and agile workplace and supports flexible working arrangements. Your duties will include: Customer & Stakeholder Engagement * Acting as the primary point of contact for Academy and Housing stakeholders throughout each project's lifecycle. * Developing strong relationships to understand customer priorities, operational needs and constraints. * Managing customer expectations through clear, proactive communication and agreed project outcomes. * Ensuring customer insights inform project scope, sequencing and prioritisation. Planning & Coordination * Developing and maintaining multi‑year delivery plans for Academy and Housing projects across multiple funding sources, including, Residential and Recruits Trust, State Government Business Case funding and Victoria Police Capital Works (Minor & Major) * Preparing and submitting the Residential and Recruits Trust Plan for annual approval or following major changes. * Aligning project planning with facility strategy, capital programs and long‑term business needs. Project Delivery * Leading the end‑to‑end delivery of facility and housing projects, ensuring scope, cost, schedule, safety and quality objectives are met. * Managing procurement activities for consultants and contractors in accordance with policy and legislative requirements. * Coordinating contractor performance, site works and handover processes. * Managing risks, dependencies and project controls across all phases of delivery. * Delivering new housing builds or significant upgrades to residential accommodation. Governance & Reporting * Providing high‑quality reporting to executives and internal customers, including: * OID monthly reports * Monthly program reporting to the Director * Weekly project status updates to customers * Business Case Funded reporting through Major Projects * Ensuring accurate and up‑to‑date project documentation, financial tracking and quality assurance. * Maintaining compliance with procurement rules, financial obligations and legislative requirements. Collaboration * Working with the Facility Planning Branch to ensure alignment between project delivery and long‑term strategy. * Partnering with the Major Projects Unit for technical advice, resource support and delivery assurance. * Contributing to a positive team culture built on collaboration, service excellence and continuous improvement. About You The successful candidate will ideally bring: * Proven experience managing facilities, building, housing or capital works projects. * Strong customer engagement skills and the ability to manage competing priorities across diverse stakeholder groups. * Demonstrated capability in project planning, risk management and problem solving. * Knowledge of procurement processes, contract administration and construction methodologies. * Strong commercial acumen with the ability to manage budgets and ensure value for money. * Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills. * Proficiency in project management tools and systems (e.g., Aconex, SharePoint, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, MS Office Suite). * Ability to work autonomously, use initiative and manage multiple concurrent projects. * Tertiary qualification (degree level or higher), preferably in engineering, construction, facility or a related discipline. * A current Victorian driver's licence for site visits. * A commitment to the Digital & Infrastructure Services Division strategy—customer centricity, innovation and collaboration. Further Information: * One (1) x full-time, fixed term position from 1/7/2026 to 1/7/2027. * This position is located at Victoria Police Centre, 311 Spencer Street, Docklands, and will require site visits. * The successful applicant will be required to undergo National Security Vetting, achieve and maintain a security classification as determined by the Department Head. To achieve this, applicants must be an Australian Citizen. * The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include fingerprint checks and misconduct screening. * We expect our people to foster a safe and inclusive environment where their behaviour and attitude reflects, builds upon and promotes a positive and collaborative workplace that respects the culture and values of Victoria Police. Your application must include: * Resume * Completed application form – the Word document (2. Application form) for you to complete and attach to your submission, is attached to the job advertisement. Applications close midnight, 23 Thursday April 2026. Please Note: All applications will need to be submitted through one of the following platforms: Victorian Government careers website (Careers.vic) or Seek. Applications will not be accepted via other platforms or email. For further information, please contact: Neil Rickard on 0438 049 680 or neil.rickard@police.vic.gov.au We welcome applications from people with disability and aim to support an inclusive recruitment experience. If you require a copy of this advertisement and attached documentation in an accessible format or would like to discuss an access requirement/reasonable adjustment for the recruitment process (including an alternate method of submission of the application), please contact VPS Recruitment via email VPSRECRUITMENT@police.vic.gov.au or on (03) 8335 6004. About Us: Victoria Police has a dedicated workforce of more than 22,000 employees consisting of police, protective services officers, police custody officers, and public service staff. Each employee plays a vital role in providing the 24/7, 365 days a year emergency response and public safety capability the organisation delivers to its community. As a Victoria Police employee, you have a dedication and commitment to community safety. Victoria Police is committed to creating a workplace that is safe and inclusive of all our people. We empower and expect our people, at all levels, to develop interpersonal connections and collaborate, use sound judgement, and create and innovate. In alignment with the principle of self-determination, Victoria Police is dedicated to enhancing our collaboration with the Aboriginal community in Victoria as we build a culturally safe and inclusive workplace for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees. We continue to engage and build relationships with local Aboriginal communities and work closely with them to enhance opportunities and services aimed at empowerment, equality, and equal participation across all areas of the organisation. We value the diversity and differences of our employees, including their age, gender, culture, religion, sexual orientation, abilities, and life experience. We celebrate these diverse experiences and perspectives as each person brings an informed and contemporary approach to our work which enhances the wellbeing of all. We aim to provide a safe place that is reflective of the community it serves, allowing everyone to bring their whole selves to work.” If after reading this, you're not sure you tick every single criteria box, but have the passion to get behind our purpose, the determination to face a challenge and a willingness to grow and learn, we think you should click the apply button anyway. We're passionate about building a diverse and inclusive team, and love hearing from people like you. Find out what it is like working as a Victorian Public Servant for Victoria Police: https://www.police.vic.gov.au/vps