Project Manager - Minor Works Portfolio

About the role

Reporting to the Director, Project Management, you will manage new build, refurbishment and/or infrastructure projects across the full project delivery lifecycle. Your key responsibilities will include: Managing projects from inception to completion, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to the agreed scope and quality standards. Collaborating with Macquarie Property team members and key internal stakeholders to identify and define business needs and requirements relating to programs of build, refurbishment and/or infrastructure projects. Engaging, briefing, negotiating contracts with, and managing project consultants, building contractors and specialist suppliers to ensure compliance with statutory authority and legislative requirements. Reviewing, analysing, and reporting on feasibility metrics relating to design, concept, and procurement, while identifying and escalating potential risks. Providing expert advice to internal project and property development teams and external stakeholders to improve project quality and maximise return on investment. Building and managing relationships with key internal and external project stakeholders, including Executive Group members, Heads of Office, and external consultants and the contractor community. Managing, coaching, and setting direction for the Project Coordinator (HEW 7), including setting KPIs and providing feedback. The Property team at Macquarie University is responsible for all University-owned and leased assets. We plan, design, deliver, and maintain infrastructure to meet the needs of our diverse community. The Project Management team works closely with the Strategy and Planning team to build the infrastructure required for our clients, covering a diverse range of projects from minor works and refurbishments through to the construction of new buildings that transform the campus landscape. About You You are a proactive and detail-oriented project management professional who thrives in a collaborative environment. You bring strong technical knowledge of building design and compliance, combined with excellent stakeholder management skills and a proven ability to deliver complex projects on time and within budget. Selection Criteria: Degree and/or equivalent experience in architecture, engineering, building, quantity surveying, construction project management or a related discipline. Demonstrated experience managing building and refurbishment projects across the full project delivery lifecycle, including forecasting and applying PMBOK methodology. Demonstrated knowledge of Australian Codes relative to building design and compliance, and NSW Authority approval and certification requirements. Proven ability to negotiate consultancy and building contracts and manage external contractors and consultants. Experience facilitating Value Management, CHAIR, and ESD review workshops, and working with Greenstar ratings in design and operations. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to provide expert advice and build effective relationships across all levels. How to Apply To be considered, please apply online with your CV and a cover letter (no more than two pages) outlining how your experience aligns with the selection criteria (above). Applications Close: Sunday 14 June 2026 We reserve the right to progress or decline an application prior to the application closing date. For enquiries, or a confidential conversation about the role please contact Geoff Warren, Director, Project Management at geof