Principal Project Manager Fit Out Construction

Job reference: 854687
Location: Adelaide CBD
Temporary appointment up to two (2) years
SS1 - $144,421 pa + superannuation

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport plays a vital role connecting people and places in South Australia by managing roads, marine and public transport networks across the State, and builds and maintains the State-owned infrastructure that enables the delivery of essential and important government services to our community.

The Property Directorate Fit Out Construction team delivers high quality government office accommodation and workplace projects, providing expert project management, governance and strategic advice to create fit-for-purpose, compliant and value-driven workplace solutions across government.

We are seeking a highly motivated and outcomes-focused project leader with demonstrated experience delivering commercial fit-out, construction or property projects across South Australia.

The successful candidate will possess strong commercial, procurement and contract management skills, exceptional stakeholder engagement and communication abilities, and the capacity to provide strategic advice, manage risk, lead design and construction teams to deliver quality outcomes in a property and leasing environment.

Educational Qualifications / Licences

• Tertiary Qualifications in architecture, design, project management or related discipline will be highly regarded.

• Knowledge of project management software such as Microsoft Project.

• A current driver's licence is essential.

Special Conditions

• A National Police Check (NPC) is required prior to employment in the Department for Infrastructure and Transport which must be renewed every three years.

• Some out of hours and weekend work along with some intra/interstate travel may be required.

Enquiries
Neroli Hutchinson
Manager Fit Out Construction
Telephone: (08) •••• •424
Email: neroli.hutchinson@sa.gov.au     

Application Instructions
Applications can be submitted online by clicking the 'Apply' button.

Applicants are required to submit a curriculum vitae and a cover letter of no more than two pages addressing the selection criteria in the role statement

Our Commitment
The Department for Infrastructure and Transport is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture across the department, planning for and promoting diversity and culturally safe workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from diverse community groups and ages including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities and other diversity groups. The Department recognises the benefits that such an approach brings for our staff and customers in delivering the future of South Australia.

As a WE'RE EQUAL organisation we are committed to treating everyone equally, proudly promoting our department, and all its spaces as safe places for everybody.

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

Applications close: 23/08/2026 9:00 PM