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

• Support the delivery of complex projects that optimise the use of government-owned land and assets.
• Temporary (Up to 12 months) full-time opportunity,
• Based at our Parramatta Office – with flexible working supported as per policy
• Clerk Grade 7/8 - Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $113,574 to $125,720 + super

What’s in it for me?

Join our team for a fantastic culture with dynamic collaboration and genuine long-term career support. We offer flexibility in work arrangements, diverse and fulfilling assignments, and prioritise work/life balance and wellbeing with initiatives like flex leave and access to support programs. Additionally, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and empowered to succeed.

The role

The Commercial Development & Management team within PDNSW are seeking a Development Officer to support the development, project management and delivery of commercial fitout and workplace projects. The Commercial Development & Management team delivers consistent, efficient, flexible, agile and dynamic workplaces across the whole of Government.

In this role you will support the team to provide optimal project outcomes and to deliver commercial workplace projects. The role will provide exposure and experience working on a range of projects from inception to delivery management. Projects typically involve lease negotiations, stakeholder engagement, budget management, consultant procurement, design including environmentally sustainable design, planning approvals, construction procurement, delivery management and defects close out.

You’ll work closely with internal stakeholders, technical consultants across various disciplines and external contractors. From managing project documentation and performance reporting to supporting financial tracking and compliance, your contribution will help ensure projects are delivered efficiently and aligned with departmental objectives.

For more information read the full Role Description. Please note within the organisation, this role is known as Development Officer

What you will bring to the role

• Project coordination and support experience, ideally within property, infrastructure, or development environments, including managing documentation, tracking milestones, and supporting reporting and financial processes.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with experience working collaboratively across internal teams and external stakeholders across a variety of disciplines.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and solve problems proactively, demonstrating flexibility, initiative, and resilience in a fast-paced project environment.
• Experience in contract management and procurement processes, including coordinating service providers and supporting effective purchasing and performance monitoring.
• Construction or fit-out experience is advantageous.

About us

The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (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. 

We are an inclusive and accessible workplace, where your individual contributions are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups, practices flexible working, offers job share and workplace adjustments.

Join us

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 2 weeks after opening at 11:55pm

Should you require further information about the role please contact Kieran Gleeson; Senior Development Manager via email kieran.gleeson@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.

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) 63637676​ - HR Support, option 2, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.

Check out our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for the role or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn