Project Manager – Commercial Leases
12-Month Contract | Canberra, ACT
We are partnering with a prominent national cultural institution to appoint an experienced Project Manager – Commercial Leases to support a major, government-funded capital works program. Working within the Capital Works team, you will lead the planning, sourcing and negotiation of temporary commercial leasing solutions to ensure operational continuity during significant infrastructure works. This includes securing short-term office accommodation for staff and, where required, identifying compliant off‐site storage solutions for high‐value and culturally significant assets.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and support commercial lease negotiations, including incentives, fit‐out and make‐good provisions
* Manage due diligence and legal inputs to protect commercial and institutional interests
* Provide clear advice and briefings to senior stakeholders on risks and value‐for‐money considerations
* Coordinate with internal teams, property advisors and government stakeholders to deliver fit‐for‐purpose solutions
About You:
* Demonstrated experience in commercial leasing, property project management or accommodation strategy
* Strong negotiation skills with a track record of achieving value‐for‐money outcomes
* Experience working under Commonwealth Procurement Rules or similar governance frameworks
* Excellent stakeholder engagement and written communication skills
* Able to manage multiple workstreams in a complex environment
To Apply:
To be considered for this role, applicants must hold Australian Citizenship.
If this sounds like the role for you, please submit an updated copy of your resume in MS Word format by hitting APPLY NOW or call Katya on 03 8632 9964 for more information.
Applicants new to DFP may be asked to provide additional information including work rights status via a survey link – if requested, we ask that you provide this information in order to expedite your application.
DFP welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. In addition, DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise viaadjustments@dfp.com.auor1300 337 000and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs.
By clicking 'apply', you give consent that DFP may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you for future employment opportunities. For further information on how DFP process your personal information please review the DFP Information Collection and Privacy Policy viahttps://www.dfp.com.au/about-us-1/policies.Do not submit any sensitive personal information in your resume.
#J-18808-Ljbffr