At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead complex projects to transform the Claims Platform and modernise core systems.
- Company: Major government organisation focused on enterprise transformation.
- Benefits: Hybrid work model, competitive salary, and opportunity for impactful work.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team with opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a difference in public sector projects while enhancing your project management skills.
- Qualifications: 5-10 years experience in project management, preferably in insurance or government sectors.
The predicted salary is between 90000 - 110000 $ per year.
A major government organisation is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join its Enterprise Transformation division on a 6-month assignment. In this pivotal role, you will lead the delivery of high-profile, complex business and technology projects within a major Claims Platform Upgrade program. You will oversee end-to-end project execution—managing scope, budget, timelines, governance, and risk—while modernising core claims systems and operational processes. Acting as the key bridge between executive leadership, business stakeholders, technology delivery teams (including shared services), and external vendors, you will ensure seamless delivery across Agile, Waterfall, and Hybrid frameworks.
Key Responsibilities
- Project Delivery: Lead end-to-end delivery of complex business transformation and IT core claims platform projects, ensuring alignment with organizational strategy, budget, time, and quality standards.
- Stakeholder Management: Influence and collaborate with senior executives, steering committees, working parties, and partner organizations.
- Governance & Control: Establish delivery plans, risk management/mitigation strategies, scope controls, and strategic progress reporting for Program Directors and PMO leaders.
- Team Leadership: Direct, mentor, and build high-performing cross-functional project teams in multi-disciplinary environments.
- Change Integration: Partner closely with change management specialists to ensure smooth operational adoption and minimal disruption to business stakeholders.
Key Selection Criteria & Experience
- Project Leadership: 5–10 years of experience as a Senior Project Manager managing complex, concurrent business transformation projects.
- Industry Experience: Highly desirable background in Insurance, Claims Management, Health/Disability, or Government / Public Sector.
- Core Claims Systems: Demonstrated experience delivering platform modernisations, claims management software, or enterprise technology implementations.
- Methodologies & Tools: Strong command of Agile, Waterfall, and Hybrid project methodologies. Certified in PRINCE2 and/or Agile frameworks. Proficient in MS Project, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio.
- Location: Ability to work on-site at the Geelong headquarters 3 days per week.
Senior Project Manager in Geelong employer: Randstad Australia
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