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Senior Project Manager

Our Why

Datacom works with organisations and communities across Australia and New Zealand to make a difference in people’s lives and help organisations use the power of tech to innovate and grow.

About the Role

The Senior Project Manager is tasked with providing project management services across a portfolio of large projects, from initiation through to closure, including definition, approach, planning, organising and technically leading and controlling the completion of allocated projects. The Senior Project Manager ensures all contracted projects are delivered to the highest quality standard, within scope, in budget and on time.

Please note, due to the nature of our client account, you must be an Australian Citizen and be able to achieve Australian Baseline clearance to be successful in your application for this role.

What You’ll Do

Ensuring preparation/completion of large projects to appropriate quality standards within time/cost constraints as well as meeting contractual requirements and company budget requirements.
Manage project teams operating on complex/large projects, typically in a complex, multi-platform technical environment.
Coordinating documentation, design, development and testing of enhancements and new development projects
Tailoring project methodology to individual projects when needed.
Preparing project budgets, attaining necessary approvals in a timely manner and monitoring project financials and the realisation of defined project benefits
Exceeding stakeholder expectations through the application of stakeholder management disciplines.

What You’ll Bring

We are seeking a resilient and adaptable team player to manage multiple mid to large-sized projects, who can bring a dynamic element to our existing professional project management capability.

You will have:

Extensive experience working on large complex projects.
Ability to build and lead collaborative project teams to achieve organisational goals and objectives.
Broad and deep understanding of technical infrastructure projects and related technology dependencies.
Strong communication skills with proven experience of managing various stakeholders of all levels and the ability to tailor your conversations accordingly.
Strong financial management practices with a clear understanding of the relationship between costs, utilisation and project revenue.
Strong risk & issue management practices with a clear understanding of the impacts to project schedule, cost and scope.
Experience working with project management methodologies (including waterfall & agile) is essential.
Previous experience with network and end user computing projects as well as experience with state and federal government will be highly regarded

Why join us here at Datacom?

Datacom is one of Australia and New Zealand’s largest suppliers of Information Technology professional services. We have managed to maintain a dynamic, agile, small business feel that is often diluted in larger organisations of our size. It's our people that give Datacom its unique culture and energy that you can feel from the moment you meet with us.

We care about our people and provide a range of perks such as social events, chill-out spaces, remote working, flexi-hours and professional development courses to name a few. You’ll have the opportunity to learn, develop your career, connect and bring your true self to work. You will be recognised and valued for your contributions and be able to do your work in a collegial, flat-structured environment.

We operate at the forefront of technology to help Australia and New Zealand’s largest enterprise organisations explore possibilities and solve their greatest challenges, so you will never run out of interesting new challenges and opportunities.

We want Datacom to be an inclusive and welcoming workplace for everyone and take pride in the steps we have taken and continue to take to make our environment fun and friendly, and ourfeel supported.

What You Should Know About Senior Project Manager, Datacom

At Datacom, we’re not just about technology; we’re about making a positive impact in people's lives through innovation and collaboration. As a Senior Project Manager, you will play a key role in driving a range of large-scale projects from start to finish. This exciting position involves ensuring that all projects are not only completed on time and within budget but also meet the highest quality standards. You'll be at the helm of diverse project teams, expertly navigating the complexities of multi-platform technical environments while customizing project methodologies as needed. Your ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels will set the tone for successful collaboration and exceed expectations. Your experience in managing the financial aspects of projects, along with a solid grasp of risk and issue management, will be crucial to your success here. As you steer these projects towards completion, you'll enjoy the backing of a supportive team that values flexibility, personal growth, and clear communication. Join us in creating a workplace that thrives on innovation and camaraderie, where your contributions are recognized and valued. At Datacom, every project presents an opportunity to solve challenges and unlock new potential for organizations and communities alike.

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What are the main responsibilities of a Senior Project Manager at Datacom?

The Senior Project Manager at Datacom is responsible for delivering a portfolio of large projects from initiation to closure. Key duties include managing project teams, ensuring projects meet quality standards within time and cost constraints, coordinating documentation and developments, and preparing project budgets. Strong stakeholder management and risk management practices are also essential.