Senior Project Manager - Dev. P'ships

THE ROLEThe Senior Project Manager

• Development Partnerships focus is advancing social and affordable housing opportunities through key partnerships with Community Housing Providers, developers and builders. You will identify and assess potential development sites through detailed analysis and your understanding of land, development and planning considerations. You will develop and maintain the necessary stakeholder relationships to deliver key projects through a multitude of different contracting and partnership arrangements. You will review and provide feedback to due diligence and feasibility assessments, identify land assembly requirements, manage project risk and liaise with landowners to facilitate access to land for due diligence, provide program updates and facilitate the administration of land transactions. You will ensure acquisition activities are conducted appropriately to comply with the Victorian Government Land Transaction Policy and have experience in managing construction contracts.Expertise and skills in property analysis, including understanding of redevelopment and commercial feasibility drivers is required. A proven track record of effective stakeholder engagement, particularly with state government landholding agencies, is key. Project management skills are essential, along with attention to detail and the ability to create and maintain accurate records.ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDEProvide strategic analysis and advice to develop the property portfolio pipeline in the short, medium and long term, including funding and approval requirements. Be responsible for the performance of development partners with respect to existing and new agreements and their required deliverables with key stakeholders including Housing Australia. Be responsible for reporting progress through various formats and to various stakeholders and tailoring the reporting style to suit the respective audiences and escalating any risks before they become issues.Please open the position description to read more.HOW TO APPLYApplicants are encouraged to apply online. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.Applicants are required to submit a CV and Cover Letter (max 2 pages) outlining their suitability to the role in line with the Key Selection Criteria. Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process. Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a national police check and misconduct screening.For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Victoria | Jobs (www.dffh.vic.gov.au/jobs). Please apply to submit your interest in this position.