Ongoing employees affected by change management plans will be given priority consideration for at grade positions.

• Full-time, Ongoing
• Location - Parramatta
• Our employees work principally in the workplace however there will be travel and fieldwork involved in this role
• Clerk Grade 9/10, salary from $129,464 to $142,665 plus super and leave loading

About the role

We are seeking a Senior Project Manager to join NSW Public Works (NSWPW) within the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD).

The role is based in the Parramatta 6 Square office and is in the NSWPW Greater Sydney Region business unit. The role is predominantly office based and client-side project management. The role will usually require 3-5 days a week (average 4) to be spent either in the office, visiting construction sites or at client meetings.

The role will manage the delivery of one or more assigned infrastructure projects ranging in medium to high in size and complexity or contributes to the planning and delivery of infrastructure projects with medium-to high complexity.

The role will manage projects and project teams that deliver building or civil infrastructure projects.

NSW Public Works is a highly professional and award-winning project management and infrastructure advisory and delivery organisation with flexible working arrangements.  We support diversity in our workplace and facilitate the professional development of our people.

The team you will be joining are professional, motivated and supportive. Ongoing professional training and opportunities for self-improvement are part of our inclusive working culture.

About You

To be successful in this role you will have the following:

• University qualifications in Building, Project Management, Architecture or Engineering are preferred. Appropriate trade, post-trade or tertiary qualifications and/or equivalent relevant working experience in project management, will be considered.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required to be successful in this position.
• Well-developed knowledge and understanding of current Work Health and Safety legislation and regulations is preferred.
• Hold a current NSW Driver Licence and be willing to travel to regional and remote locations for project meetings, including overnight stays, may be necessary but not usual.

About Us

NSW Public Works (NSWPW) plays a significant role in the development of our state, our regions, and our infrastructure and associated industries, by supporting local and state government agencies to deliver critical infrastructure initiatives. We do this by providing: expert advisory services; planning, design and delivery management; sustainability, asset management and support services. Our work is in the community facilities, hospitals, dams, water treatment plants, housing and high schools – the real foundations of prosperous communities. Every day we help shape the ambitious projects that bring progress to more people in NSW. From forging a more sustainable relationship with the land around us, to engineering the big ideas of the future. In every challenge we see the chance to build stronger and more connected communities.

Applying for the role

Apply online by submitting a current resume and brief cover letter that outlines your skills and experience relevant to the role.

For more information about the role, please click here to view the role description.

Additionally, if you would like to hear more about this role, please contact Steven Donaghey, Senior Program Manager, on 02 9769 9712 or at steven.donaghey@pwa.nsw.gov.au

Closing Date: Friday 8 August 2025 at 2:00pm

Additional Information

If you require adjustments in completing your application, interviewing, completing any pre- employment testing, require information in an alternative format, or otherwise participating in the recruitment process, please let us know so we can assist. Send an email to talent.advisory@dpird.nsw.gov.au or contact the hiring manager listed below for a confidential discussion.

This is an internal EOI opportunity.

To be considered for an appointment for over 12 months or ongoing, applicants must be ongoing at either an equivalent or higher grade than this advertised vacancy (Classification OR on a current and valid talent pool at this grade or higher. Alternatively, if you do not meet the requirement for an ongoing appointment, you may only be considered for a temporary appointment of up to 12 months.