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Approx. $90-$100 per hour plus Super dependent on experienceAssignment duration is up to 12 months. Immediate StartSenior Project Manager opportunityApprox. $90-$100 per hour plus Super dependent on experienceAssignment duration is up to 12 months. Immediate StartMelbourne CBD location/Hybrid ArrangementAbout the roleGovernment department requires an experienced Senior Project Manager to join them on an assignment for a duration of up to a period of 12-month based in Melbourne CBD. As the Senior Project Manager, you will lead and manage a large work program to deliver an end-to-end procurement strategy and sourcing project for Whole of Government (WoG) office management service delivery. This will include managing a small team responsible for strategic project planning and execution, project management, change management, transition management, stakeholder engagement and risk management activities.Key dutiesWorking in collaboration with the Project Director, your key accountabilities will include:leading a major WoG office management procurement program, ensuring strategic procurement and project objectives are met with a strong focus on contract transition and change management.applying robust project management methodologies to deliver on budget, schedule, and scope, while maintaining high-quality documentation, reporting, and project controls.managing end-to-end project and procurement risk in line with the Victorian Government Risk Management Framework, addressing commercial, contractual, financial, operational, ethical and reputational risks.overseeing governance structures, providing secretariat support to steering committees, and chairing working groups, ensuring alignment with Victorian Government Procurement Board (VGPB) and Procurement policy frameworks.leading a small project support team and coordinating informal working groups and external consultants to deliver successful procurement outcomes and support change implementation.Key Selection CriteriaThe skills and experience you will need to demonstrate include:Demonstrated in-depth knowledge and experience in managing complex commercial procurement projects, including tender activities, document development, contract review, transition, project communications, change management and risk management practices, preferably in Victorian GovernmentDemonstrated experience in leading and project managing high-value complex procurement projects, preferably in a commercial property and/or facilities management context, using a variety of techniques to deliver optimal commercial and contractual outcomes that realise sustainable valueDemonstrated experience in managing effective Transition phase of complex procurement projects including seamless coordination of demobilisation and transition in planning and aligning a new/existing supplier to the organisations requirements as outlined under contractStrong change management experience in a major program context, with exceptional relationship building, verbal and written communication skills with ability to engage with diverse stakeholdersQualificationsTertiary qualifications in a related discipline and/or significant experience in a similar senior contracts and sourcing role will be highly regardedKnowledge and experience in project managing complex commercial procurements (preferably facilities management) and end to end transition to operationsExtensive knowledge of Victorian Government procurement policies will be highly regardedHow to apply?Please apply online using the appropriate link below forwarding a copy of your resume and cover letter addressing the key selection criteria highlighting your senior project management experience, your procurement and sourcing experience, and your suitability for the role. Please submit your application to Edgardo Robinson quoting ref. 245836.Please note:Candidates that have submitted a cover letter or statement of useability addressing the key selection criteria will be considered onlyPlease note that this is not an IT-related projectThe pay rate offered is inclusive of 25% casual loadingThe anticipated hours per week are 38 (7.6 hours per day) for this contractClosing Date: Tuesday 29 July 2025Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at HudsonHudson is committed to helping you find a workplace where you feel respected, supported, and free to thrive. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, identities, and lived experiencesbecause when different voices come together, amazing things happen.Casual LoadingPlease note for all Australian based contract and temporary roles only, the pay rate is inclusive ofmandatory 25% casual loading. This excludes permanent and fixed term roles.Unlock job insightsSalary match Number of applicants Skills matchYour application will include the following questions:Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? How many years'' experience do you have as a project manager? How many years of project management experience do you have? How many years'' experience do you have with project planning and scheduling? How many years'' experience do you have with change management? How much notice are you required to give your current employer?To help fast track investigation, please include here any other relevant details that prompted you to report this job ad as fraudulent / misleading / discriminatory. #J-18808-Ljbffr