Project Manager (12 months & contracted through 3rd party)

Overview:

RMIT University Commitment

RMIT is committed to the rights of students and staff to be safe, respected, valued, and treated as an equal in their place of study and work. All staff are expected to share this commitment and contribute to a safer community. While carrying out their role, staff are in a position of trust with students. Staff have a duty of care to report wellbeing concerns about students through the designated channels and uphold to the code of conduct. RMIT Vietnam expects all staff members to comply with its Code of Conduct, policies and procedures, which relate to legal and regulatory requirements and our ways of working.

Why RMIT University Vietnam?

RMIT Vietnam is committed to excellence, innovation, and social responsibility. We welcome applications from qualified and passionate individuals who share our values and vision. RMIT University has a global reputation and ranks 125th globally and 10th in Australia in the QS World University Rankings 2026. To learn more about our rankings, please check out our latest facts and figures here Reputation and rankings - RMIT University

Rewards and Benefits

• Competitive remuneration VND package for Vietnamese candidates.

• 13th month Tet bonus

• Private Health insurance for you and your family, plus Personal Accident Insurance

• Generous annual leave, career leave, volunteer leave and public holidays (Christmas and Tet Holidays)

• Professional development and career advancement

• Access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources

• A vibrant and diverse campus life and more!

RMIT Vietnam has been honoured with the respectable HR Asia Award as Top Employer To Work For in Asia. To find out more about RMIT Vietnam and our current vacancies, please visit our website: https://www.rmit.edu.vn/careers 

About the Role

The Project Manager is responsible the management of major capital projects & programs from inception to completion, and in addition to support other campus infrastructure development programs of the University in order to maintain a high standard of facilities within buildings at RMIT Vietnam. The Project Manager will be responsible for feasibility reports and recommendations, concept design and schematic design, construction management, effective management of external service providers, consultants, internal and external stakeholders, tender negotiation phase of projects, and effective budget monitoring and costing.

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About You (Key Selection Criteria)

• Degree in Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management with operational experience, plus relevant certifications (e.g., Prince2, PMP) and a strong track record in delivering large-scale infrastructure projects.

• Skilled in conducting feasibility studies, design phases, construction supervision, and ensuring projects meet time, quality, and cost objectives.

• Experience with Green Building Standards and implementing sustainability initiatives within programs is highly desirable.

• Proven ability to lead and influence internal teams, consultants, and contractors, fostering collaboration and driving project success.

• Strong understanding of capital expenditure, budgeting, and financial reporting, with the ability to interpret and present financial data clearly.

English Proficiency

English is the language of teaching and communication at RMIT Vietnam. For this role, the minimum requirement is IELTS General with a score of at least 6.5 (or equivalent, as outlined in the Recruitment, Selection and Onboarding Guidelines).

For any role, English Language Proficiency may also be proven by showing successful completion of secondary education to a level qualifying to enter university study while being instructed through the medium of English, as per the RMIT University recognised qualification list.

Background Check

RMIT Vietnam is committed to providing a healthy and safe working, research and learning environment that enhances wellbeing across our community. As part of this commitment, all new employees are required to undergo background checks prior to commencing employment. Offers of employment are conditional upon the satisfactory completion of these checks. The specific requirements may vary depending on the nature of the role, as outlined in our Background Check Matrix.

How to Apply

In order to be considered for this role, it is mandatory to submit both a resume and a cover letter. Please click on the 'Apply' link provided in this Job Ads to initiate the application process.

Please note, we will be running a rolling recruitment process, so please apply as soon as possible.

Important Notice

• Please ensure your application is submitted through our Workday system on the RMIT Careers page. We do not accept applications through other means.

• RMIT Vietnam will never request any fees or payments during the application process. Be vigilant about scams asking for payment to apply.

• For any questions or support, feel free to reach out to our Talent Acquisition team at employment@rmit.edu.vn

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Applications Close:

27 thg 8 2025 11.59 pm

RMIT University Vietnam (RMIT Vietnam) is a campus of RMIT University. RMIT Vietnam is creating an innovative research, teaching and learning culture. We are committed to providing internationally recognised high-quality education and professional training for our students, clients and members of the community.  As an internationally recognised Australian university based in Asia, RMIT Vietnam is assisting in the development of human resources capability in Vietnam and the region.

https://www.rmit.edu.vn/about-us