Project Manager - Infrastructure

Project Manager (Infrastructure)

Fixed-Term (2 Years), Full Time Opportunity

$118,270 - $126,021 plus superannuation (depending on skills and experience)

Are you an experienced project manager in the infrastructure industry? Have you considered a career in Local Government?

Due to an internal promotion, we are looking for an experienced Project Manager to manage the delivery and design of construction projects across Council. The initial focus will be on the delivery of an exciting project upgrading Waite Street Reserve in Blackwood!

About City of Mitcham

Your success is reflected in ours. We are committed to being a place people choose to work. We are a values-based organisation and pride ourselves on having a diverse and inclusive workplace where the backgrounds, perspectives and life experiences of our people help us to forge strong connections with our community, to innovate and make better decisions.

At the City of Mitcham, we offer:

• A positive safety culture environment where identification of workplace hazards is encouraged and rewarded.
• Learning and development opportunities to help you grow.
• Employee Assistance programs are available to all employees and their families.
• Employee wellbeing programs.
• Paid parental leave and other flexible work options.
• Income Protection benefits.
• Free onsite parking.

The Role

Working within the Engineering Team, you will manage the delivery and design of construction projects for projects that are constructed by day labour. You will evaluate proposals, ensuring all economic, environmental, community, and practical requirements have been considered.

You will also provide specialist advice to other employees within Council, and lead Council’s community consultation for the delivery of capital works projects.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Tertiary qualifications in Civil Engineering or equivalent professional experience.
• Cert IV in Project Management is highly desirable.
• Experience in managing complex projects, including scoping, design, stakeholder management and construction.
• Experience in the interpretation and application of relevant standards, code and guidelines.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Advanced verbal and written communication skills.
• Committed to placing the customer at the centre of everything we do.

The Reward 

This is your opportunity to be part of a business with a passionate focus on customers and quality services.  If you are ready to bring your skills and experience to a challenging and highly rewarding sector, this opportunity could be for you. 

To Apply

Please click on the appropriate link and provide a Resume and a Cover Letter.

For a confidential discussion please contact Satyen Gandhi, Manager Engineering on 0411 861 027.

Applications close Sunday, 23 August 2026 at 11:59PM

Women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, People with Disability and People from under-represented groups are encouraged to apply.

We will consider applications up until the closing date, but candidates may be contacted prior to 23 August 2026.