Project Officer – Implementation (Capital Works)

About the role

CSIRO is seeking a Project Officer – Implementation to support the delivery of capital works projects across its national property portfolio. You will work closely with Project Managers, contractors and internal stakeholders throughout the full project lifecycle, from planning to closeout.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in planning and delivering capital works projects to meet scope, schedule, budget and quality targets.
• Support procurement, contract administration, risk and financial management, and project reporting activities.
• Coordinate minor and low‑risk projects from inception through completion.
• Prepare project documentation, reports, presentations and governance papers for management review.
• Monitor project performance, budgets, risks and progress against milestones.
• Build productive relationships with internal stakeholders, consultants, contractors and service providers.
• Support change‑management activities and maintain project records and document‑management systems.

Required profile

• Relevant industry qualification in Construction Management, Design, Project Management or a related discipline.
• Experience in capital works, infrastructure or construction project delivery.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholder groups.

Required skills

What we offer

• Salary range AU$100,000 – AU$113,000 per annum (pro‑rated for part‑time) plus 15.4% superannuation.
• Specified 18‑month fixed‑term contract.
• Opportunities to develop project‑management expertise within a national science agency.
• Work locations across Perth, Adelaide, Melbourne, Brisbane and Darwin, with other locations negotiable.