Senior Project Officer YJC

NSW Department of Communities and Justice•Orange, CA

12d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Project Officer plays a key role in delivering complex infrastructure projects that support the Department of Communities and Justice's strategic objectives. The role is responsible for leading the planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of projects to ensure they are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the required quality standards. Working closely with senior leaders, project teams and external stakeholders, the role provides expert advice, manages project risks, oversees contracted providers and supports informed decision making to achieve successful project outcomes. The successful candidate will join the Infrastructure and Assets division within Corporate Services, working as part of a collaborative and high performing project delivery team responsible for delivering complex capital infrastructure projects across New South Wales. The environment is fast paced and outcomes focused, with a strong emphasis on teamwork, accountability, continuous improvement and delivering value for the community. Team members work closely with project managers, technical specialists, executives, contractors and external stakeholders, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, integrity and shared responsibility for achieving project outcomes.

Requirements

Experienced infrastructure project professional with demonstrated success delivering complex capital works projects from planning through to completion.
Strong project management skills.
Sound financial and commercial acumen.
Experience managing procurement, contracts, budgets, project risks and stakeholder relationships.
Effective communicator who can influence, negotiate and build productive relationships with diverse stakeholders while maintaining a strong focus on governance, safety and quality outcomes.
Resilience, sound judgement, integrity, strong analytical skills and the ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment.

Nice To Haves

Tertiary qualifications in project management, engineering, construction, property or a related discipline, together with project management certification or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

Managing multiple infrastructure projects through all stages of the project lifecycle, including planning, procurement, delivery, reporting and project close out.
Monitoring project performance.
Managing budgets and financial reporting.
Identifying and mitigating project risks.
Coordinating consultants and contractors.
Preparing governance documentation and business cases.
Providing regular updates to senior management.
Building strong stakeholder relationships.
Resolving issues.
Ensuring compliance with legislative and policy requirements.
Maintaining effective project governance throughout delivery.