EL1 Project Manager

Talent International is currently recruiting for an EL1 Project Manager to work for one of our Federal Government clients based in Surry Hills. The position is a 6-month contract role with the possibility of extension. The role pays between $800 to $900 per day + Super.

7.5 hours per day and 37.5 hours per week

Security clearance – Must be able to obtain Baseline

About the Role

The EL1 Project Manager will be responsible for leading and coordinating complex and sensitive projects that support strategic and operational outcomes across the Agency. The successful candidate will manage multiple priorities, engage with internal and external stakeholders, and ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, manage, and implement project plans and schedules in line with the Agency’s project management framework.
• Contribute to project governance, operational integration, and delivery strategies.
• Ensure project deliverables and milestones are achieved within agreed timeframes and budgets.
• Prepare and review business cases, project reports, executive briefs, and other corporate documentation.
• Monitor project performance, risks, issues, and benefits while implementing mitigation strategies where required.
• Coordinate quality assurance activities to ensure deliverables meet business and client needs.
• Undertake budget management, procurement activities, and contract management responsibilities.
• Provide regular reporting and status updates to key stakeholders and senior leadership.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders across multiple forums.

Essential Criteria

• Minimum 3+ years’ experience managing complex projects using Agile methodologies.
• Strong understanding and practical application of SAFe methodology within large and complex programs, preferably in a government environment.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and adapt effectively in fast-paced and changing environments.
• Experience using project management and collaboration tools including Jira and Confluence.

Desirable Criteria

• Tertiary qualifications or industry-recognised certification in Project Management or related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience managing large-scale ICT transformation projects/programs within the Australian Government sector.

If you are interested in this role, please APPLY NOW by submitting your resume in MS Word Format. For further information, you may contact Uvez Ahmed on 0480 806 154 / uvez.ahmed@talentinternational.com for a confidential discussion.