Senior Project Manager

RPS is seeking a qualified and experienced client-side Senior Project Manager or Project Manager to join our growing team in our Alice Springs Office on a full-time permanent basis initially working on the Mutitjulu Essential Services and Renewables Project in the remote Indigenous township of Mutitjulu in the shadow of the iconic Uluru.

This is a drive in drive out role on a rotating Monday to Friday roster with the off week working on the project from our Alice Springs Office where you can experience Central Australia and the outdoor pursuits of the stunning McDonald Ranges.

The project role comes with a salary uplift and meal and incidental allowance whilst on site and travelling during the project. Relocation assistance to Alice Springs is available.

You will enjoy working with RPS if you are committed to a role in project management which offers you scope, autonomy, challenge, collaboration, stakeholder engagement and a place at the front line on major projects. We are offering you the opportunity to be part of our continued success, providing you with a challenging and rewarding role where your efforts will be recognised, and success is celebrated.

RPS will provide you with a generous remuneration + additional employee benefits such as career development opportunities + paid parental leave + active life reimbursement and more.

What You'll Need To Succeed

• 10+ years of demonstrated recent construction project experience with client-side project experience desirable for the SPM role.
• 5+ years of demonstrated recent construction project experience with client-side project experience desirable for the PM role.
• Professional qualifications in project management, architectural, engineering, construction management or similar.
• Civil engineering experience with power distribution, sewer and water infrastructure and/or solar installations and Battery Energy Storage Systems is highly desirable
• A strong understanding and proven experience in managing construction contracts and contract administration, with managing contractor contract experience is highly desirable.
• Strong client and stakeholder management, as well as leadership skills.
• Well-developed spoken and reporting/ writing skills with strong competence in computer software including the ability to use the Microsoft Office suite including Word, Excel, and Outlook, with Microsoft Project desirable.
• Excellent time management skills and attention to detail.
• Completed construction site health and safety course.
• AIPM Certified Practising Project Manager certification or equivalent would be viewed favourably.

What’s On Offer

RPS is a market leading project management team in the NT who specialises in the client-side delivery of large complex projects. You will have the opportunity to work with some of the most influential and talented leaders in the industry. Part of our project portfolio in Alice Springs.

Benefits

Along with a competitive salary, we provide a diverse and inclusive work environment amongst a market-leading project management team that specialises in the delivery of large complex projects; you will have the opportunity to work with some of the most influential and talented leaders in the industry. RPS also offers many benefits to ensure your professional development & well-being:

• Flexible/Hybrid work arrangements
• Professional Membership p.a. reimbursement
• Paid Parental and Partner Leave
• $250 Active Lifestyle Allowance p.a.
• Additional annual leave purchase scheme + salary packaging;
• Professional and technical development programs incl, study assistance and online learning and Mentoring across portfolios etc
• Employee Assistance Program, Service Recognition and more+

RPS Alice Springs

A unique opportunity to grow, connect, and thrive

Alice Springs, or Mparntwe in Arrernte, is the third-largest town in the Northern Territory and sits at the heart of Central Australia. With a population of around 33,000, it is a regional centre with a strong identity, deep cultural heritage, and a lifestyle that is hard to match.

For RPS staff, Alice Springs offers a compelling combination of career development, meaningful work, and community connection. It is a place where you can gain broad hands-on experience, work across diverse and complex projects, and build capability quickly. The scale and variety of work can help fast-track professional growth while strengthening communication, client relationship, and problem-solving skills.

Just as importantly, the team culture in Alice Springs is supportive, collaborative, and community-minded. Working in a positive environment with motivated colleagues makes the experience both rewarding and enjoyable.

Outside of work, Alice Springs offers an exceptional outdoor lifestyle. With standard city safety awareness, it is a safe town. The West MacDonnell Ranges and surrounding country provide endless opportunities for hiking, walking, running, biking, and camping. Iconic experiences such as the Larapinta Trail and Run Larapinta showcase the region’s adventure culture and natural beauty.

Alice Springs also has a vibrant arts, culture, and community scene. From the Araluen Arts Centre and Desert Mob to the Alice Springs Beanie Festival, the town celebrates creativity and local expression. Community events such as the Night Markets, local programs, and sporting and recreational groups add to the strong sense of connection that makes Alice Springs feel like home.

Why consider Alice Springs?

• Broaden your experience quickly
• Work on varied and meaningful projects
• Join a positive and supportive team
• Enjoy an outstanding outdoor lifestyle
• Be part of a creative and welcoming community

Alice Springs is more than a place to work — it is an opportunity to grow professionally and personally in one of Australia’s most distinctive regional communities.

Our Approach

Our people live our purpose, deliver our promise, and demonstrate our behaviours every day. Our behaviours define who we are. Developed by our people, they underpin everything that we do. They create the memorable experiences we are known for and make RPS a great place to do great work.

Stronger together is one of our five core behaviours and it is key to building a collaborative workplace. We encourage everyone to bring their best and to support others to do the same. By sharing knowledge, challenging each other to think differently, and fostering an environment of trust and respect, our people can learn, grow and thrive – and share in our success.

Recruitment Agencies

We have a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on this list. Please refer to the careers page on our website if you require any further information.