• An exceptional leadership role to pioneer the development of a new global city in Western Sydney from its inception
• 4 year temporary full time role
• Based in Penrith with flexible working arrangements supported
• TRP from $239,483 - $263,586 including superannuation, commensurate with experience

The Bradfield Development Authority (BDA) has a once-in-a-generation opportunity to help build Australia’s newest city from the ground up.

As the Director of Strategic Program Management at BDA, you will oversee the $1.2 billion Bradfield City Centre Major Works Program, ensuring effective governance and management practices. This role involves coordinating multiple projects to achieve strategic business outcomes, optimising value from investments, and driving efficient project management across various sectors.

Key challenges involve managing complex interfaces between diverse functions and stakeholders, anticipating and mitigating impediments, and maintaining day-to-day relationships to drive timely and cost-effective outcomes. The Director must lead the strategic program management function, actively manage budgets, risks, and resources, and ensure alignment with business priorities and stakeholder needs.

For more information read the full Role Description: Director of Strategic Program Management BDA

About you

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Extensive experience in managing complex precinct and infrastructure projects.
• Strong background in strategic program management, including governance, assurance, and stakeholder engagement.
• Proven ability to coordinate multiple projects and optimise value from investments.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Expertise in managing budgets, risks, and resources, with a track record of delivering results in dynamic environments

Essential requirements

• Relevant qualifications in engineering, planning, business, program management or a related discipline.

About us

This is your opportunity to join a bold, fast-paced organisation where you’ll see the tangible impact of your work, be part of a passionate and high-performing team, and leave behind a legacy that goes beyond commercial success - one that reshapes communities and redefines what’s possible for Western Sydney.

The Bradfield Development Authority (BDA) is part of the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI). DPHI improves the liveability and prosperity of NSW. To achieve this, we: create vibrant, productive spaces and precincts; manage lands, assets and property effectively and deliver affordable and diverse housing. We strive to be a high-performing, world-class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and builds the cultural capability of our department to improve outcomes with and for Aboriginal people, communities and entities.

To Apply

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close on Monday July 28th 2025 at 11:55pm

Should you require further information about the role please contact Alex Underwood, A/ Talent Acquisition Partner via email at alex.underwood@dpie.nsw.gov.au

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

Looking for more information or assistance in applying?

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team via talent.acquisition@dpie.nsw.gov.au or (02) 63637676​ - HR Support, option 3, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander check out Our Mob on Country to see the work we do and get assistance in applying.