Your new company Our client based south of the river is seeking a Port Development Manager to join their team. The suitable candidate for this position will be offered an 11-month temporary contract with full-time hours from Monday to Friday. Reporting to the Manager Strategy & Planning, the role will oversee a variety of functions and deliverables, undertaking the scoping and strategic planning of various work programs for the area. Working with various divisions across the business, the role will focus on delivering upon the Port Development and Precinct Plan.Your new role As a Port Development Manager, your responsibilities would include but not be limited to:Identify and coordinate the suite of initiatives, projects and plans that form the program for the respective portfolioCoordinates all the functions and initiatives associated with the preparation of an updated Precinct PlanWorking collaboratively with the Assets and Services Division to ensure a smooth transition between the planning functions and project deliveryWorking collaboratively with the Commercial and Customer Division, to progress the implementation of development plans and specific development opportunities through the calling of Expressions of Interest or other initiatives, as appropriate.Manage the development of scopes, goals and deliverables for the various initiatives of the portfolio and plans including timelines, tasks, resources and risk management.Ensure program interdependencies and delivery is coordinated and managed.Monitor, track and control outcomes to manage risks, conflicts and dependencies.Develop and deliver progress reporting across the program including milestones, deliverables, dependencies, risks and issues.What you'll need to succeed Your previous experience in a similar role will be essential, as will:Obtains relevant tertiary qualifications in program management, development planning or equivalent experience.Demonstrated experience of working with multiple stakeholders within a multidisciplinary/cross-functional environment.Extensive understanding of project and program management principles, methods and techniques.Extensive experience working in a trade and commercial environment.Experience in major infrastructure projects and a good understanding of the key technical components of these projects.Knowledge of Native Title and heritageProven advanced verbal and written communication skills, including report writing.Broad business experience to be able to understand and deliver desired business outcomes.Highly developed organisational ability, including success in managing numerous and complex actions to deadlines.Highly developed interpersonal skills, including the ability to work cooperatively with others at all levels and to operate on a consultative basis.Highly developed conceptual and analytical skills.Proven ability to resolve complex matters using innovation and lateral thinking.Proven negotiation, influencing and issue management skills.What you'll get in return In return for your positive contributions to this organisation, you'll be offered:Up to 40 hours per week (Monday to Friday)Close to public transport and parking facilitiesOpportunity to work for a well-known organisationAbility to work in a supportive and dynamic team environmentCompetitive hourly rateWhat you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.