Project Manager

We're partnering with a leading industry organisation embarking on a strategic pilot program to develop and launch a new industry certification product. This is a unique opportunity to lead a high-impact initiative that will shape professional standards and deliver lasting value across the sector. Please note: This is a Fixed Term contract until December 2027.

As Project Manager, you'll take ownership of the end-to-end delivery of the pilot, working closely with senior stakeholders, subject matter experts and cross-functional teams to ensure the program is delivered on time, within budget and achieves its intended outcomes.

The Opportunity

This is a highly visible project where you'll have genuine ownership across planning, governance, stakeholder engagement and delivery. You'll play a critical role in establishing a certification model that could become the benchmark for the industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of an industry certification pilot program.
• Develop and manage project plans, schedules, budgets and resource requirements.
• Drive governance activities including steering committees, reporting and decision forums.
• Build strong relationships with executive stakeholders, industry representatives and delivery teams.
• Identify, manage and mitigate project risks, issues and dependencies.
• Ensure project outcomes align with business objectives and agreed success measures.
• Track benefits realisation and continuously monitor delivery performance.
• Capture lessons learned and contribute to improving project delivery practices across the organisation.

About You

You'll be an experienced Project Manager who thrives in stakeholder-rich environments and enjoys delivering initiatives that have broad organisational and industry impact.

You'll bring:

• Demonstrated experience delivering complex business or transformation projects.
• Strong project governance, planning and reporting capabilities.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at executive level.
• Experience managing project budgets, risks and delivery milestones.
• A collaborative approach and the ability to work across multiple business functions.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Experience delivering certification, education, professional standards, membership or regulatory programs will be highly regarded but is not essential.

Why Apply?

• Lead a flagship pilot program with national impact.
• High level of autonomy and ownership.
• Work with senior executives and industry leaders.
• Opportunity to influence the future direction of an important industry initiative.
• Collaborative, purpose-driven organisation with an excellent culture.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply.
To apply please click apply or call Sean Yates on +61 2 8289 3184 for a confidential discussion.