• 4 x Full Time Ongoing
• 2 x Full Time Temporary for up to 2 years
• Location: Parramatta and Bathurst
• Our employees work principally in the workplace
• Clerk Grade 9/10, Salary from $129,464 to $142,665 plus Super and leave loading

Diversity and inclusion are core DPIRD values. Everyone has the right to contribute and participate to their full potential. We are committed to supporting a diverse and inclusive culture that is respectful, welcoming and flexible – a workplace where our people feel supported, valued, and part of our collective success.

This role offers flexible, people-first working conditions

• 35‑hour base working week
• Flexible start and finish times in accordance with NSW Government guidelines, with core hours of 10am–3pm
• Flex time, allowing additional hours worked to be accrued and taken back as flex leave
• Generous leave arrangements, including carers’, parental and adoption leave
• Four weeks recreation leave as standard

About the role

NSW Public Works (NSW PW) is part of the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development and supports local and state government agencies to deliver critical infrastructure initiatives by providing expert advisory, planning, design, delivery and support services.

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

You will lead the delivery of one or more infrastructure projects of medium to high size and complexity or contribute to planning and delivery activities across similarly complex projects. The roles involve managing projects and leading teams delivering building and civil infrastructure outcomes.

This is an office-based role located in one of NSW Public Works modern and professional offices.

We foster a diverse and inclusive workplace and actively support the ongoing professional development and leadership growth of our people.

You will join a team that is professional, motivated, and supportive, where strong leadership, continuous improvement, and ongoing training are embedded in our inclusive culture.

About You

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

• Experience in managing construction or civil works or building design and program management. Specifically, we are looking to fill Grade 9/10 roles in our construction project management, civil works project management, design management and program management teams.
• Excellent communicator with the ability to influence outcomes for the better. A natural leader who can confidently manage projects and the stakeholder groups. Effective written skills are also required and capability in preparing business proposals and supporting overall business performance would be ideal.
• A “team player” who brings energy and commitment to work and wants to deliver Government infrastructure projects.
• Ability to allocate projects and actively engage with team members to lead and manage the planning and delivery of infrastructure works programs.
• Capability to support senior project leads by delivering assigned tasks and contributing to the planning and/or delivery of large, complex projects as part of a broader team.
• Office-based, client-side project management experience is preferred to just site-based experience.
• A university degree with relevant qualifications in Building, Project Management, Architecture, or Civil Engineering are preferred. Trade, post-trade, or tertiary qualifications, combined with relevant project management experience will be considered.  
• Well-developed knowledge and understanding of current Work Health and Safety legislation and regulations and NSW Government procurement processes 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.

Together, we are DPIRD. 

The New South Wales Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) protects, supports and develops primary industries and regional economies. 

Collectively we support strong and sustainable agriculture, forestry, fishing and mining industries, and regional economies. We actively manage our natural assets: our lands and soils, minerals, waterways and oceans, vegetation and forests.  

The department brings together: Local Land Services, NSW Resources, Agriculture and Biosecurity, Fisheries and Forestry, Regional Development and Delivery. 

With the majority of the DPIRD team living and working in regional NSW, we are embedded in the regions we serve.

Applying for the role

Apply by submitting a current resume and cover letter (maximum 2 pages) 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 Peter Hogan, peter.hogan@pwa.nsw.gov.au or on 0438 283 826.

Closing Date: Sunday 5 July 2026 at 11:55pm.

Additional Information

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same role or role type that may become available for filling over the next 18 months.

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 above for a confidential discussion.