Junior Project Manager / Project Manager

The Company

At GenUrban, we’re shaping places with purpose. As a boutique project management consultancy, we partner with government, private clients and community organisations to deliver meaningful, high-quality outcomes across the built environment.

Our approach is grounded in clarity, integrity and technical excellence - and our team thrives on solving complex problems through collaboration and smart, strategic thinking.

A growing Canberra presence

GenUrban is in an exciting stage of growth, with our Canberra office expanding rapidly on the back of strong client demand and a diverse pipeline of social infrastructure, education, health, residential, commercial and sporting projects.

As we grow, we’re looking for talented people who want to grow with us - people who value authenticity, enjoy variety, and take pride in delivering work that genuinely benefits communities.

Please note: this role is strictly Canberra-based. We will only review applications from candidates currently based in Canberra.

The Role

As our Project Manager, you’ll play a key role in leading and delivering client-side projects across Canberra and the surrounding region. You’ll manage projects from early strategy and planning through to procurement, delivery and handover - all while representing the client’s interests and ensuring exceptional project outcomes.

You’ll be part of our growing ACT office, working closely with a Canberra-based team and supported by an experienced General Manager. You’ll also be connected to our broader Sydney team, providing additional depth, collaboration and expertise across projects.

In this role, you’ll collaborate closely with contractors, consultants, authorities and stakeholders at all levels to drive quality, governance and performance across the full project lifecycle.

You’ll be responsible for:

Project Leadership & Delivery

• Managing multiple projects from inception through completion
• Overseeing planning, procurement, programming, reporting and risk management
• Maintaining strong governance, safety and quality standards

Stakeholder Management

• Representing the client across all phases of delivery
• Building positive working relationships with authorities, consultants and contractors

Continuous Improvement

• Identifying opportunities for efficiency and best-practice delivery
• Contributing to the growth and capability of the Canberra team

About You

Your project delivery experience will see you bringing:

• Experience in project management or construction delivery (ideally within the ACT region)
• Strong understanding of the full project lifecycle
• Demonstrated experience in one or more sectors: Social infrastructure, Sporting facilities, Residential, Commercial, Education, or Health
• Confident communication and client-facing capability
• Ability to manage consultants, contractors and complex stakeholder groups
• A collaborative, solutions-focused approach

Why GenUrban

This is an exciting opportunity to join a consultancy that is expanding, ambitious and deeply committed to delivering thoughtful, impactful outcomes.

At GenUrban, you’ll enjoy:

• A diverse and meaningful project portfolio
• A strong pipeline of upcoming work
• Genuine career progression and development pathways
• A supportive, collaborative and fun team culture
• The chance to help shape the future of our Canberra office
• A competitive remuneration package

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing consultancy at an exciting stage of expansion, while directly shaping Canberra’s built environment.

Apply now to be part of GenUrban’s next phase of growth.

For more information, please contact Syrena Bayne at ***email_hidden***