Project Manager - Infrastructure

• See your projects built, used, and valued by the community.
• Level 8 ($122,283.61- $128,238.25)
• Six weeks annual leave! Plus wide range of employee benefits!

About the Role

As a Project Manager, you will lead the full lifecycle of Council’s critical infrastructure and building upgrade projects, from initial planning and design through to procurement, construction and final handover.

Aligning your work with Council’s Asset Management Strategy, you will champion a proactive, sustainable approach to long-term infrastructure health. You will provide high-level engineering expertise, oversee contractors to ensure projects meet strict safety, budget and quality standards, and deliver exceptional customer service through proactive stakeholder engagement.

This role includes participation in natural disaster emergency responses and an after-hours on-call roster.

More information on the key duties and responsibilities for the role can be found in the position description linked below.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will bring tertiary qualifications in an infrastructure related field with relevant skills and experience or significant practical project management experience within the civil construction or building sectors. Your technical expertise includes a strong ability to interpret drawings, apply Australian Standards and directly manage or supervise contracts. A proven problem solver, you possess the sound judgement needed to resolve complex issues and keep programs on track. Additionally, you are a strong communicator who can engage diverse stakeholders to deliver excellent customer service, write comprehensive technical and financial reports and apply sound asset management principles.

About City of Palmerston

City of Palmerston, established in the 1980s, is Northern Territory’s youngest and second-largest city. Known as a family-friendly hub, we pride ourselves on being a “Place for People” and delivering excellent services to our community.

Joining our team comes with benefits such as:

• Supportive team environment and culture
• Six weeks' annual leave and paid Christmas/New Year shutdown
• Wellbeing Allowance
• Training, professional development and study leave
• Career progression opportunities
• Discounted Gym membership (SWELL).

Relocating from interstate? We’ve got you covered with a relocation allowance to make your move smooth and stress-free. Come be part of a city that values people, innovation and community impact!

Eligibility: Only applicants with the right to work in Australia can apply.

Applications Close: Tuesday, 14 July 2026

Contact: Richard Azzopardi – Senior Project Manager l 08 8935 9954

We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as well as those from culturally diverse backgrounds.