Title: Manager, Scheduling
About VHBA
The Victorian Health Building Authority (VHBA) is responsible for the rollout of the Victorian Government's multi-billion-dollar health capital projects. We're delivering world-class health facilities across Victoria including new public hospitals and emergency care, community health services, ambulance branches, residential aged care and mental health facilities. VHBA also provides technical support across engineering, property, asset management and environmental sustainability disciplines.
The Opportunity
As Manager, Scheduling, you will play a critical leadership role in strengthening program certainty across VHBA’s complex health infrastructure portfolio. Working within the Cost Control function, you will provide expert planning, programming and scheduling advice to support successful project delivery from early planning through construction and completion.
Partnering closely with project directors, planners, project controls specialists, contractors and senior leaders, you will ensure project programs are robust, achievable and aligned with delivery objectives. You will provide authoritative advice on program risks, mitigation strategies and recovery planning, helping projects stay on track and supporting informed decision-making at senior levels.
This role offers the opportunity to lead best-practice scheduling approaches, contribute to continuous improvement across VHBA, and support the development of a high-performing scheduling capability within a major infrastructure delivery environment.
Key aspects of the role include:
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Leading the development, review and assurance of detailed project and construction programs
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Providing expert advice on program risks, critical paths, mitigation strategies and recovery planning
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Monitoring project performance and reporting on schedule status, achievability and emerging issues
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Reviewing and evaluating contractor tender programs and delivery schedules
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Undertaking program health checks during delivery, including assessment of delays and extensions of time
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Providing expert input into procurement documentation and time-related tender requirements
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Building strong relationships with project teams, contractors and stakeholders to support transparent and effective program delivery
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Identifying and driving improvements to scheduling practices, tools and reporting across VHBA
We are looking for:
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A highly experienced planning professional with extensive experience across major building or social infrastructure projects
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Demonstrated capability developing and assuring complex delivery programs across all project phases
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Strong technical expertise in reviewing and interrogating contractor programs and construction schedules
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Experience using scheduling and visualisation tools such as Primavera P6, MS Project, Asta Powerproject, Power BI, time chainage or staging diagrams
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A confident communicator able to translate complex scheduling information into clear advice for senior stakeholders
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A collaborative leader who builds trust across multidisciplinary teams and thrives in complex, fast-paced environments
Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management or a related discipline, or extensive relevant experience
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Industry-recognised planning or project controls qualifications are highly regarded
To learn more about the opportunity and view the full requirements please download a copy of the Position Description HERE.
Interested in working with VHBA?
Please click the “Apply” button to submit a copy of your resume and a cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.
We don’t want you to miss out! Please only apply for this position via the “Apply” button as emailed applications will not be considered.
Applications close 11.59pm on Thursday the 22nd of January 2026.
If you require any adjustment to the recruitment and selection process or need an alternative format to any of the application material, please contact TalentPeopleandCapability.vhba@vida.vic.gov.au
Further information
VHBA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a values-led, diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe our teams should represent the diversity of our communities in which we work, and we actively embrace and celebrate people from all walks of life.
All prospective employees undergo a National Criminal Records Check. You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Preferred candidates will be subject to pre-employment checks including, but not limited to, police checks, reference checks, qualification checks and role related clearances.
