Senior IT Project Manager

at  Macquarie University

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Exciting opportunity for an IT Project Manager to join a dynamic and complex project delivery portfolio for an initial Fixed Term full time opportunity.
A competitive salary package commensurate with skills and experience will be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Appointment Type: Full Time, fixed-term role for 2 years
Location: Macquarie University, North Ryde
The Role
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior IT Project Manager to lead and deliver high-impact projects within our project delivery portfolio. Reporting to (the relevant department head), you will collaborate with cross-functional teams and key stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery from initiation to completion.
This role provides an exciting opportunity to contribute to the University’s strategic priorities by managing projects that enhance operational efficiency, improve stakeholder experience, and deliver measurable outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Lead the execution of projects to ensure delivery on time, within budget, and to the desired quality standards.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across various levels to align project objectives with organizational goals.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks to maintain momentum and success.
• Communicate project progress, challenges, and outcomes effectively to stakeholders and leadership.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive project environment to ensure team alignment and productivity.
• Drive continuous improvement by analysing project performance and implementing lessons learned.

About You

You are an experienced IT Project Manager with:

• A proven track record of managing complex projects across multiple stakeholders and disciplines, with proven expertise focussing on Applications based projects, ideally covering corporate systems, asset management, HCM (Workday etc.)
• Solid organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, enabling effective collaboration with diverse teams.
• Proven, confident stakeholder engagement and management experience
• A proactive approach to problem-solving, with the ability to adapt to changing circumstances.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies and tools, with relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile) being highly desirable.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in a related discipline (e.g., IT, Business or Finance)
• Certification in project management methodologies (Agile, PRINCE2, PMP) is highly desirable.
• Previous experience working in the higher education, research, or similar sectors is advantageous.

About Us
Macquarie is a university engaged with the real and often complex problems and opportunities that define our lives. Celebrating its 60th year in 2024, it was established as a bold experiment in higher education and designed to break from educational traditions to work in tandem with industry. Institutionally we strive for the extraordinary by challenging convention and embracing different views. Our pioneering culture has encouraged and inspired students, staff and collaborators to break free from conventional thinking, and to actively shape the complex issues that define the future of humanity.
Applications Close:
05/02/2025 11:59 PM
For more information, please email Danny Monk at
danny.monk@mq.edu.au
If you’re already part of the Macquarie Group (MQ University, U@MQ, MQ Health, MGSM), you’ll need to apply through your employee Workday account.
Applications Close:
05/02/2025 11:59 PM
Diversity and Inclusion
Innovation and ingenuity thrive at Macquarie University when diversity, equity and inclusion take centre stage. At the University, we embrace a culture where diversity of background, experience and perspective are fundamental to our success.
We do not discriminate on gender identity, age, culture, disability, sexuality, Indigeneity, family and caring responsibilities or religion.
Flexible Work
At Macquarie, we believe by providing flexibility in when, where and how work is done, we can support our staff to manage their personal commitments, while optimising their work performance and contributions to the University.

• Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Lead the execution of projects to ensure delivery on time, within budget, and to the desired quality standards.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across various levels to align project objectives with organizational goals.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks to maintain momentum and success.
• Communicate project progress, challenges, and outcomes effectively to stakeholders and leadership.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive project environment to ensure team alignment and productivity.
• Drive continuous improvement by analysing project performance and implementing lessons learned