Senior Project Manager

Job Expectations

Help shape how Australia’s network evolves

Not many roles let you operate at national scale and influence how complex technology is turned into real‑world outcomes. At nbn, this Senior Project Manager role does exactly that.

You’ll lead the delivery of large, complex initiatives that shape how Australia’s network is planned, designed and evolved, including work involving automation and AI‑enabled design. This is a dynamic environment where constraints are actively managed, trade‑offs are unavoidable, and strong delivery judgment matters as much as structured execution. This isn’t just about running projects; it’s about shaping how meaningful work gets done.

A bit about your role

As a Senior Project Manager within our Program Delivery team, you’ll be responsible for the end‑to‑end delivery of complex initiatives that contribute directly to nbn’s strategic outcomes.

You will:

• Lead one or more large initiatives across the full delivery lifecycle.
• Own scope, budget, schedule, risk, dependencies and stakeholder outcomes.
• Work with cross‑functional, distributed teams who do not report directly to you.
• Apply governance pragmatically, adapting delivery approaches to suit the nature of the work.
• Make and own delivery trade‑offs, in partnership with sponsors and leaders, balancing pace, risk, quality and long‑term sustainability.
• Build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders, providing clear and credible views of progress, risks and options.
• Set delivery standards and support the development of other project managers through mentoring and coaching.

Projects span process transformation, digital enablement and increased automation of network planning and design, often in evolving environments where clarity emerges through delivery.

Success in this role depends on strong critical thinking, sound judgment and the ability to maintain delivery momentum in complex conditions where resourcing and sequencing decisions matter.

A bit about you

You are an experienced project or program manager with a strong, demonstrated track record of delivering complex initiatives in technology‑enabled environments.

You’re comfortable:

• Taking end-to-end ownership of delivery outcomes.
• Leading through influence rather than authority.
• Working across distributed, cross-functional and virtual teams.
• Operating in environments where ambiguity exists making informed trade‑offs.
• Communicating clearly and credibly with stakeholders at all levels, including senior leaders.

Experience in telecommunications or large service organisations is valuable but not essential. We’re equally interested in people who bring strong problem‑solving capability, commercial awareness, curiosity about automation and digital tools, and a pragmatic, continuous improvement and adaptable delivery mindset.

About the team

You’ll join a small, experienced team delivering high‑impact change in a genuinely collaborative and psychologically safe environment. We value openness, learning and mutual support, and are honest about the challenges that come with delivering complex change with momentum and sustainability.

While many of our initiatives involve emerging technologies, you don’t need to be a technical expert; curiosity, adaptability and comfort with evolving problem spaces are key.

Life at nbn

To be part of nbn is to be part of something bigger. There’s so much more from here. Our pioneering spirit drives us forward every day. Together, we help lift the digital capability of the nation by building and connecting Australia’s best fibre infrastructure into homes and businesses, plus places and things, everywhere. We’re continuing to create Australia’s network—a network made for more. Not just a way for everyone to do the things they love but transforming the way they do them.

A more inclusive working world

nbn is committed to an inclusive, flexible, and supportive workplace where everyone can feel heard, valued, and respected. We believe diverse perspectives are the key to unlocking greater outcomes and encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures. That's why we have a Reconciliation Action Plan, Accessibility & Inclusion Plan, offer 18 weeks of paid parental leave, are a Pride in Diversity Platinum Employer, and have active employee-led diversity pillars. Click here to see our list of employee benefits and why we're recognised as a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for Women.

Equal Opportunities for All

We champion equal opportunities for all employees. If you have any accessibility requirements and would like to discuss adjustments for the recruitment process, please don’t hesitate to contact us by emailing recruitment@nbnco.com.au or calling our Recruitment Accessibility Enquiry Line at +61 2 8918 9990. Please note, this line is dedicated to accessibility-related enquiries for the purposes of recruitment, and only enquiries related to accessibility adjustments will be answered. For other matters, please visit our Contact Us page on our website.

Where to from here?

If you think this role might be for you, we want to hear from you. Please apply by following the links and sending in your resume only. We do not require a cover letter or any selection criteria to be addressed.

Please note that this is a permanent opportunity and applications for this role will close at midnight, Tuesday 28th of April 2026.

To be eligible for this role, you must have full working rights in Australia.

Worker Type

Permanent

Time Type

Full time