Principal Technical Design Manager

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Melbourne City Centre VIC•Hybrid work
 
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THE ROLE

As the Principal Technical Design Manager, you'll play a key role in delivering the High-rise Redevelopment Program (HRRP). Central to the program's success will be your extensive experience in public private partnership (PPP) models and/or large-scale housing developments. You'll provide technical and design advice for projects delivered under the Partnerships Victoria PPP framework, development agreements (DA), and other private sector contract models.

Day to day you'll report to the Lead, Partnerships, North Melbourne/North Richmond and your key responsibilities will include:

Lead a specialist technical workstream, overseeing design development and DC technical inputs across all project phases, from financial close to delivery under PPP or DA models.
Provide technical oversight during procurement, including contractor plans, methodologies, programs, and risk assessments.
Manage contractor and project partners to deliver outcomes, mitigate risks, and ensure alignment with project goals.
Ensure compliance with project specifications throughout the planning, delivery, and transition to operations.
ABOUT YOU

You lead with integrity, act with purpose, and bring the expertise and commitment needed to help deliver these urban renewal projects that are inclusive, respectful and transformative. Some of the skills, experience and mindset we're looking for include:

Extensive experience strategically managing technical delivery and design for major social infrastructure projects, ensuring quality, cost, and time outcomes. Skilled in PPPs, DAs, and government DC procurement.
Strong communicator with a strong capability in engaging diverse stakeholders and presenting complex information clearly.
Experienced in government DC procurement, including reviewing contractor plans and managing early works and site investigations.
Trusted adviser across all project phases, leading delivery teams and aligning design with strategic goals.
Please note, this is a fixed term role until 30 June 2028 requiring a tertiary qualification in architecture, engineering, design or project management or related technical field.

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WHAT WE OFFER

We're committed to creating a workplace that supports, values and empowers our people:

17.5% leave loading + a range of leave entitlements for parents, carers and purchased leave options
Hybrid work model flexible work options
Annual mobility payment + salary increases and structured progression pathways
Professional development and study support to help you grow
Salary packaging perks incl. super top-ups + novated leasing
Discounted public transport options
We believe in inclusiveness, diversity and equality and are committed to ensuring that our workplaces are a reflection of the Victorian community. We recognise the benefits that a diverse and inclusive culture brings for our employees and in turn, encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply to our vacancies. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with a disability and others from under-represented backgrounds to apply.

HOW TO APPLY

Ready to be part of something transformative and help reimagine what public housing can be? Applications close 11:59pm Wednesday 6 August 2025.

Apply now with a cover letter (max 2 pages) and resume. You don't need to address the key selection criteria separately, but make sure your cover letter outlines your relevant experience. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.

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

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