Senior Project Manager

• Lead high‑impact, strategically important projects across the University.
• Full-time appointment on an ongoing basis.
• Competitive salary package including 17% superannuation.

About the area

UWA is embarking on a bold transformation journey, backed by significant investment in Information Technology to accelerate its strategic ambitions. We are harnessing the power of emerging technologies to elevate our teaching, research, and operational capabilities — creating smarter services, richer experiences, and innovative solutions for our community. 

The IT Delivery Enablement team manages the progression of IT initiatives through ideation, initiation, business case, planning and execution supported by the Portfolio Management Office (PMO).  The team also provides functional support for Program and Project Management, Business Analysis, Change Management, and Test & Release Management.

About the opportunity

We are seeking a Senior Project Manager with extensive experience in all phases of the project delivery lifecycle and delivery methodologies with the skills and flexibility to be assigned to any complex project within IT.

This role will largely sit at the front end of the IT project portfolio, working with UWA stakeholders to turn ideas into investment-ready proposals. Exceptional project planning skills will be required to define scope, complexity, risks, dependencies, resourcing, schedule and budget, and support the business owners to develop credible business cases.

About you

• Project Management qualifications (PMP, Prince2) or equivalent competency.
• Substantial relevant experience as a Project Manager (5-10 years’ experience delivering IT projects value > $2M+) managing the full lifecycle delivery of complex IT initiatives, from initiation through to closure.
• Substantial experience in scoping, estimating, risk assessment and concept-stage planning.
• Highly developed experience in developing business cases or investment proposals.
• Tertiary qualification in STEM or Business or demonstrated equivalent competency.

Note: Employment checks will include information on gender-based violence, sexual harassment, and related misconduct to meet legal obligations. A current National Police Clearance, will be required by the successful applicant. Some after-hours work may be required.

Position description: PD - Senior Project Manager 524162.pdf

For enquiries on the recruitment process, please contact Wendy Young at wendy.young@uwa.edu.au

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Monday, 17 August 2026

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia

Please note: Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted outside of formal channels.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

Learn more about us.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at people@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.