Position title: Project Manager Position number: 1604, 1613 National Gallery level: NGA Level 6 Employment type: Non-ongoing (three years) with option for ongoing, full-time Department: Integrated Capital Works Program Portfolio: Building Services and Infrastructure Immediate supervisor: Senior Project Manager Direct reports: Not anticipated Position location: National Gallery, Parkes, Kamberri/Canberra Requirements: Australian Citizenship, Police Check ABOUT THE GALLERY The National Gallery is one of Australia’s leading visual arts institutions. The Gallery is based in Canberra and is a vital part of the Australian cultural landscape. Our Purpose is to collect, preserve, promote and share the national collection of art. The Vision of the National Gallery is to inspire creativity, inclusivity, engagement and learning through artists and art. Our Mission is to lead a progressive national cultural agenda by championing art and its value in our lives. Our Values include excellence, creativity, courage, respect, and accountability WORKING AT THE GALLERY When you work at the National Gallery you will be exposed to some of the world’s leading Australian and international art and artists. We are located in the parliamentary triangle on the waterfront and your lunchtimes can be spent in our beautiful sculpture garden or around Lake Burley Griffin. We support flexible working practices, including working from home, and you will have access to low-cost, onsite car parking. The National Gallery is committed to the health, safety and wellbeing of our people and we expect our people to share this commitment and work safely at all times. We value the contribution that a diverse workforce brings, and applications are encouraged from First Nations people, people with a disability, culturally and linguistically diverse people and LGBTQIA+ people. OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE The National Gallery is seeking applications from highly motivated candidates to, under direction and in line with corporate objectives, apply high level infrastructure project management and procurement skills to support delivery of key capital works initiatives. Multiple NGA6 positions are required to deliver these initiatives with roles that include strategic, architectural and engineering projects. The National Gallery’s Capital Works Program was established in 2021 to lead delivery of the Gallery’s significant capital works program that includes delivery of over $100 million in capital asset upgrade projects, the establishment of a planned sustainable asset management program for the future, and the delivery of significant or iconic capital works projects. The Capital Works Program is led by the Assistant Director, Building Services and Infrastructure, who has responsibility for: Strategic Projects Capital Works Strategic Asset Management Planning Facility Management, and Security Services The Capital Works Program is committed to meeting the Gallery’s commitments to the: Reconciliation Action Plan Disability Inclusion Action Plan, Gender Equity Action Plan, and Environmental Sustainability Action Plan, for which the portfolio is the lead in delivery. The Capital Works Program is responsible for providing project management leadership for the delivery of complex, high profile and strategically significant capital works projects. These projects are varied in scope with a focus on positioning the National Gallery as a leading contemporary cultural institution for the future. Current projects include: The Integrated Capital Works Program with design and construction of critical upgrades at the Parkes and off-site facilities, Delivery of a major commission by artist Lindy Lee to celebrate the National Gallery’s 40th anniversary, The sculpture garden revitalisation, Development of a new internal café and other possible hospitality initiatives, A modernisation program across the National Gallery facilities including office fit out and front of house refurbishments, Oversight and planning of the National Gallery’s Strategic Asset Management Plan, Oversee implementation of the Gallery’s Environmental Sustainability Action Plan, and Other strategic projects that may be included in the program. OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE Our ideal candidate has experience supporting the delivery of high-risk capital works projects with a proven track record of supporting delivery of a range of complex projects to a high standard. You have demonstrated experience in the delivery of all aspects of project management including application of work health and safety practices, risk management and mitigation, contract management, financial management, implementation and delivery, and management of a variety of construction and design activities. Strong understanding of Government procurement and budget processes within the construction industry, is to your advantage. You have a commitment to customer service principles and practices with highly developed written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to liaise and negotiate effectively with a broad range of stakeholders. You will demonstrate strong analytical skills and have a proven ability to work with others to ensure your success in a team delivering high profile capital works projects. WHAT WILL YOU DO In accordance with the NGA 6 work level standards and working to the Senior Project Manager, you will have the following key responsibilities: Support delivery of complex and high-risk projects from project inception or an agreed project delivery stage through to financial completion, within time cost and scoping targets. Support procurement, project, financial and contract management activity in an infrastructure environment. Provide infrastructure project management expertise, including managing early project planning, the design process, contractual requirements, program control, cost control, alternative delivery methods, quality and statutory requirements. Support risk assessments including contingency management and risk mitigation throughout the life of a project. Compile and write reports and briefs, and review technical content of submissions and tender documents for adequacy, compliance, value for money and fitness for purpose.
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