ACDP Program Delivery Manager
Acknowledgement of Country
CSIRO acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land, sea and waters, of the area that we live and work on across Australia. We acknowledge their continuing connection to their culture and pay our respects to their Elders past and present. View our vision towards reconciliation
Child safety
CSIRO is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people involved in our activities and programs. View our Child Safe Policy.
The opportunity
- Manage complex infrastructure projects at CSIRO
- Lead the delivery of the capital works program at ACDP
- Engage with diverse stakeholder and contractor groups
We are seeking an ACDP Program Delivery Manager to manage program and governance aspects of the Australian Centre for Disease Preparedness (ACDP) Project.
As the ACDP Program Delivery Manager, you will lead the delivery of the capital works program at the ACDP and ensure all related projects at ACDP adhere to time, cost and quality requirements. Reporting to the Executive Manager, Implementation, you will operate within the project governance structure and undertake projects in a complex environment, with a focus on whole of life capital and operating costs.
You will be responsible for providing high quality, strategic advice and work closely across key stakeholder and contractor groups. Drawing on your broad knowledge of government policy and extensive experience in managing and delivering complex infrastructure projects, you will deliver leading edge project outcomes in a rapidly changing environment.
Your duties will include:
- Leading the delivery of the capital works program at ACDP, integrating the strategic needs of sound asset management principles and science objectives to deliver a value driven whole of facility life outcome.
- Leading the successful programming and delivery of concurrent project activities with a focus on whole of life, client engagement, consultation and change management.
- Developing and managing end-to-end project delivery ensuring the project delivers on time, on budget, with compliant and fit-for-purpose facilities.
- Establishing and manage a project team, if and as required, taking responsibility for effective team performance.
- Maintaining collaborative and proactive working relationships with the broader CSIRO team and key stakeholders.
- Overseeing and reporting on project performance to ensure that solutions provided continue to meet the needs of stakeholders, are cost effective and sustainable, appropriately recognise and address risks, and are aligned with project objectives.
- Anticipating and managing significant risks and issues, often in ambiguous situations, by evaluating and interpreting complex information and developing creative solutions and contingencies.
Location: Geelong or Melbourne (Site presence at Geelong is required)
Salary: AU$131k - AU$153k pa (pro-rata for part-time) plus up to 15.4% superannuation
Tenure: Specified term of 2 years, Full-time
Reference: 99341
To be considered you will need:
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in project management or a directly related field (such as construction management, architecture, engineering, planning, property management or related areas) or significant relevant experience.
- Demonstrated experience in programming and delivering complex capital works involving laboratories, biocontainment facilities and/or in an operational environment.
- Well-developed understanding of project management methodologies, contract management, health and safety legislation, and Commonwealth procurement requirements including how these functions integrate with capital works activities in a Commonwealth environment.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills and proven strong interpersonal abilities to successfully liaise with and influence a diverse range of stakeholders, both internal and external to the organisation.
- A history of professional and respectful behaviours and attitudes in a collaborative environment.
- Capable of thinking laterally and strategically, anticipating and managing problems, and applying sound judgement to resolve complex issues with practical and positive solutions
For full details about this role please review the Position Description
Eligibility
Applications for this position are open to Australian Citizens only.
Appointment to this role is subject to provision of a national police check and may be subject to other security/medical/character requirements.
The successful candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the Negative Vetting Level 1.
Flexible working arrangements
We work flexibly at CSIRO, offering a range of options for how, when and where you work.
Diversity and inclusion
We are working hard to recruit people representing the diversity across our society, and ensure that all our people feel supported to do their best work and feel empowered to let their ideas flourish.
About CSIRO
At CSIRO Australia's national science agency, we solve the greatest challenges through innovative science and technology. We put the safety and wellbeing of our people above all else and earn trust everywhere because we only deal in facts. We collaborate widely and generously and deliver solutions with real impact.
CSIRO is committed to values-based leadership to inspire performance and unlock the potential of our people.
Join us and start creating tomorrow today!
How to apply
Please apply on-line and provide a cover letter and CV that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role.
Applications close
14 May 2025, 11:00pm AEDT
Acknowledgement of Country
CSIRO acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land, sea and waters, of the area that we live and work on across Australia. We acknowledge their continuing connection to their culture and pay our respects to their Elders past and present. View our vision towards reconciliation
Child safety
CSIRO is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people involved in our activities and programs. View our Child Safe Policy.
The opportunity
- Manage complex infrastructure projects at CSIRO
- Lead the delivery of the capital works program at ACDP
- Engage with diverse stakeholder and contractor groups
We are seeking an ACDP Program Delivery Manager to manage program and governance aspects of the Australian Centre for Disease Preparedness (ACDP) Project.
As the ACDP Program Delivery Manager, you will lead the delivery of the capital works program at the ACDP and ensure all related projects at ACDP adhere to time, cost and quality requirements. Reporting to the Executive Manager, Implementation, you will operate within the project governance structure and undertake projects in a complex environment, with a focus on whole of life capital and operating costs.
You will be responsible for providing high quality, strategic advice and work closely across key stakeholder and contractor groups. Drawing on your broad knowledge of government policy and extensive experience in managing and delivering complex infrastructure projects, you will deliver leading edge project outcomes in a rapidly changing environment.
Your duties will include:
- Leading the delivery of the capital works program at ACDP, integrating the strategic needs of sound asset management principles and science objectives to deliver a value driven whole of facility life outcome.
- Leading the successful programming and delivery of concurrent project activities with a focus on whole of life, client engagement, consultation and change management.
- Developing and managing end-to-end project delivery ensuring the project delivers on time, on budget, with compliant and fit-for-purpose facilities.
- Establishing and manage a project team, if and as required, taking responsibility for effective team performance.
- Maintaining collaborative and proactive working relationships with the broader CSIRO team and key stakeholders.
- Overseeing and reporting on project performance to ensure that solutions provided continue to meet the needs of stakeholders, are cost effective and sustainable, appropriately recognise and address risks, and are aligned with project objectives.
- Anticipating and managing significant risks and issues, often in ambiguous situations, by evaluating and interpreting complex information and developing creative solutions and contingencies.
Location: Geelong or Melbourne (Site presence at Geelong is required)
Salary: AU$131k - AU$153k pa (pro-rata for part-time) plus up to 15.4% superannuation
Tenure: Specified term of 2 years, Full-time
Reference: 99341
To be considered you will need:
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in project management or a directly related field (such as construction management, architecture, engineering, planning, property management or related areas) or significant relevant experience.
- Demonstrated experience in programming and delivering complex capital works involving laboratories, biocontainment facilities and/or in an operational environment.
- Well-developed understanding of project management methodologies, contract management, health and safety legislation, and Commonwealth procurement requirements including how these functions integrate with capital works activities in a Commonwealth environment.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills and proven strong interpersonal abilities to successfully liaise with and influence a diverse range of stakeholders, both internal and external to the organisation.
- A history of professional and respectful behaviours and attitudes in a collaborative environment.
- Capable of thinking laterally and strategically, anticipating and managing problems, and applying sound judgement to resolve complex issues with practical and positive solutions
For full details about this role please review the Position Description
Eligibility
Applications for this position are open to Australian Citizens only.
Appointment to this role is subject to provision of a national police check and may be subject to other security/medical/character requirements.
The successful candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the Negative Vetting Level 1.
Flexible working arrangements
We work flexibly at CSIRO, offering a range of options for how, when and where you work.
Diversity and inclusion
We are working hard to recruit people representing the diversity across our society, and ensure that all our people feel supported to do their best work and feel empowered to let their ideas flourish.
About CSIRO
At CSIRO Australia's national science agency, we solve the greatest challenges through innovative science and technology. We put the safety and wellbeing of our people above all else and earn trust everywhere because we only deal in facts. We collaborate widely and generously and deliver solutions with real impact.
CSIRO is committed to values-based leadership to inspire performance and unlock the potential of our people.
Join us and start creating tomorrow today!
How to apply
Please apply on-line and provide a cover letter and CV that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role.
Applications close
14 May 2025, 11:00pm AEDT
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