Together we shape thriving communities, public spaces, places and economies.

• Join Us in Shaping Sydney’s Urban Parks!
• Ongoing full-time (35 hours per week) opportunity
• Parramatta and Centennial Park offices  
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $145,378 to $168,130 + super

Are you ready to make a positive impact on Sydney's urban parks?

The Role

Greater Sydney Parklands (GSP) is offering an exciting opportunity for a Senior Manager, Strategy and Design. This role is responsible for developing and leading the preparation and implementation of strategies, masterplans, design frameworks, and strategic projects to drive strategy and deliver on capital programs and projects in line with GSP objectives.

Creating world-class public spaces requires vision, collaboration, and expert project management. In this role, you will:

• Provide expert advice and collaborate with stakeholders on planning, design, and development projects.
• Undertake planning, urban design, strategy, and design processes.
• Project manage the delivery of projects and programs from inception, through design phases
• Engage and communicate with various boards, government agencies, stakeholders, and the community.
• Lead consultants, contractors, and internal staff in a manner that fosters a positive, collaborative team environment.
• Lead ongoing business development and system improvements.

What You Will Bring to the Role

• Proven senior-level experience in leading the delivery of strategic plans, masterplans, design concepts, and design documentation.
• Track record of successfully managing consultants and contractors to achieve high-quality results while driving complex projects in fast-paced, challenging environments.
• Background in design and project management processes.
• Strong visual and verbal communication skills to support the delivery of high-quality project outcomes.
• Highly motivated, adaptable, and able to thrive in a dynamic, ever-changing environment.
• Strong time management skills to manage competing priorities and keep projects on track to meet deadlines.
• Collaborative mindset to engage with and lead diverse stakeholders and community groups to achieve the organization’s goals.

Why This Role is Exciting

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a lasting impact on Sydney’s future by advocating for and delivering projects that shape its public spaces for years to come.

What is an essential requirement:

• Degree qualification or higher in landscape architecture, urban design, architecture, or other relevant discipline.
• Project management experience and the ability to balance a high-volume workload
• Current Australian driver’s license and ability to travel to and attend work at any site within the GSP portfolio.
• Ability to work outside of normal working hours and on weekends if required.

For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Manager Strategy and Design

About Us

Join the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) in shaping the future of New South Wales. As a premier city-wide agency, Greater Sydney Parklands (GSP) is dedicated to expanding and enhancing urban parklands across Sydney. By championing the NSW Government's vision for open spaces and parklands, we strive to create vibrant, community-focused environments for all.

GSP currently brings together five iconic parks across Sydney: Centennial Parklands (including Moore Park and Queens Park), Parramatta Park, Western Sydney Parklands, Callan Park and Fernhill Estate.

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 11.55pm on Wednesday 26^th March 2025.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Callantha Brigham via callantha.brigham@gsp.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.

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment. 

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) 6363 7676​ - HR Support, option 3, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.