Operations Project Manager

Working within CDC's Operations team, you will be responsible for overseeing infrastructure and facilities-related projects within a live, operational environment to ensure they meet CDC requirements and deliver high-quality outcomes. This role supports project teams through the initiation, planning and execution phases by tracking progress and reporting outcomes. Serving as a key point of contact for stakeholders and contractors, you will collaborate with both operational and technical teams to achieve quality, safety and financial objectives.

Other responsibilities include:

Develop detailed project plans with defined milestones, deliverables, timelines and resource requirements.

Coordinate with key stakeholders, including operations, engineering, development and vendors, to ensure alignment with project objectives.

Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies to minimise operational disruption.

Coordinate contractors and service providers, ensuring works are completed safely and in accordance with site requirements.

Monitor project progress, budgets and schedules, escalating issues where required.

Oversee the completion and handover of all project documentation, including as-built documentation, test reports, certificates and maintenance records.

Manage stakeholder communication by delivering regular updates, facilitating meetings/workshops and acting as a key liaison.

Ensure all project activities adhere to regulatory, safety and site policy requirements, promoting safe work practices at all times.

CDC offers excellent employment conditions and benefits such as:

CDC Academy - Make your mark by enhancing your professional development with the CDC Academy. Enrol in specialised training courses that will help you develop skills and ensure you thrive in your chosen career.

CDC Day - An additional day of paid leave dedicated to nurturing your health and wellbeing.

Parental Leave - Inclusive and above legislative tenure of parental leave entitlements to help you start, grow and care for your family.

Volunteer Leave - Make a meaningful difference with 2 days of volunteering leave for any cause or charity of your choice.

Employment Assistance Program - Be confident that you and your family are supported with access to our comprehensive Employee Assistance Program.

CDC Social Events - CDC’s offers staff and their family’s inclusive events that nurtures relationships, connection and friendships across the business. CDC hosts BBQs, family picnics and community events, bringing together CDC staff in different settings.

The ideal candidate is an experienced project professional with a background delivering facilities, infrastructure, building services or construction-related projects within an operational environment. You have experience coordinating multiple stakeholders, contractors and vendors, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and with minimal disruption to business operations. With a strong focus on communication, planning and problem-solving, you bring a practical and collaborative approach to project delivery and are comfortable balancing project administration with project execution.

Demonstrated experience managing commercial-scale project works within a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Solid understanding of electrical, HVAC, or communications project management - trade qualifications preferred.

Commercially focused in nature, with the ability to effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders.

A natural problem solver, combining an innovative work style with strong prioritisation and time management.

Experience coordinating facilities, infrastructure, construction or building services projects.

Ability to balance administrative elements of the role with the practical delivery and coordination requirements of project execution.

Australian citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain NV1 Security Clearance.