Senior Project Manager - Digital Minor Works Program

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DIGITAL SERVICES JOONDALUP CAMPUS FULL TIME, FIXED-TERM ROLE (12 MONTHS) Overview

Digital Services provides a responsive, integrated, and customer-orientated service that brings together the digital and physical environments for students and staff, supporting their teaching, learning, research and administrative needs. Our purpose is to deliver fit-for-purpose and innovative planning and delivery services that contribute to the success of ECU as a vibrant and progressive University.

The Digital Programs and Projects team works collaboratively with stakeholders across ECU to deliver digital projects and programs, covering the full project lifecycle from scoping and planning through to execution, implementation and handover.

To better support ECU's evolving technology needs and strategic priorities, a dedicated Digital Minor Works Program has been established.

In this newly created role, you will manage the delivery of ECU's digital minor works program - a portfolio of smaller-scale technology initiatives designed to meet evolving business needs. This includes driving efficient outcomes, maintaining governance processes, and ensuring delivery within scope, budget, and schedule.

This role will report to the Manager, Digital Programs and Projects and play a critical role in enhancing ECU's digital capability.

Key Selection Criteria

The successful candidate will have :

A minimum of 7 years' experience in the information technology sector, including significant experience managing and leading teams. Proven experience in managing large and complex ICT projects and programs, applying sound project and change management practices. Demonstrated experience in vendor and stakeholder management, including contractors, consultants and cross-functional staff. Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences, and to manage competing priorities. Familiarity with project management frameworks such as Prince2 and Agile. Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills with the ability to navigate complex environments. Experience in preparing business cases and managing project budgets (particularly for the fixed-term Digital Minor Works role). The successful candidate will also need to demonstrate alignment to ECU's values of Integrity, Respect, Rational Inquiry, Personal Excellence and Courage.

Please note the successful candidate is required to provide (or be able to obtain) a national police clearance within the past six months.

Benefits & Remuneration

This full-time role offers a competitive remuneration package, plus 17% University superannuation contribution.

ECU supports a strong work / life balance and offers flexible work arrangements. Staff also benefit from an award-winning health and wellness program and access to a broad range of staff benefits across financial, health, travel and consumer services.

For information on the benefits of working at ECU, please visit our website Employment Opportunities Overview.

You will be based in Joondalup and may be required to travel to our other metropolitan campuses on occasion.

Contact

Interested applicants are welcome to contact Aileen Steel (Manager, Digital Programs and Projects) , on (08) 6304 3786 for more information.

How to Apply

Please upload your resume along with a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining your suitability and interest in the role. Reference to the above Selection Criteria is strongly preferred.

Closing Date :

Applications close on Wednesday, 2 July 2025 at 11.30pm (AWST) Please note : We reserve the right to close this advertisement early should a suitable applicant be identified before the closing date. Applications will only be accepted from candidates who have the relevant working rights to fill this position.

ECU is a diverse and inclusive workplace reflecting the differences in society. Specific strategies and initiatives are in place to address underrepresentation of specific groups. Applications are encouraged from suitably qualified people from all backgrounds. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. Unlock job insights Salary match Number of applicants Skills match

Education, Training & Professional Development 101-1,000 employees

At ECU we are guided by the values of integrity, respect, rational inquiry and personal excellence. Our focus on teaching and research is inspired by engagement and partnerships with those in the many communities we were established to serve. Research at ECU both extends knowledge and improves the quality of life for Australians and people across the globe. Our research priorities focus on working towards solving real world problems across the social, economic, physical and environmental spectrums. Established in 1991, ECU has grown rapidly into a quality university with excellent student satisfaction and internationally recognised research.

At ECU we are guided by the values of integrity, respect, rational inquiry and personal excellence. Our focus on teaching and research is inspired by engagement and partnerships with those in the many communities we were established to serve. Research at ECU both extends knowledge and improves the quality of life for Australians and people across the globe. Our research priorities focus on working towards solving real world problems across the social, economic, physical and environmental spectrums. Established in 1991, ECU has grown rapidly into a quality university with excellent student satisfaction and internationally recognised research.

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