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

• Temporary full-time opportunity until 9 January 2026
• Office location – Parramatta and Orange
• Salary relative to experience and ranges from $139,787.00 to $161,663.00 + 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 prioritize 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 Executive Project Delivery Manager plays a key role in overseeing and delivering a range of strategic procurement and property projects that align with the Department’s objectives. This includes developing business cases, and ensuring that projects are completed on time, within budget, and to quality standards. The role also involves collaborating with key teams within the Procurement and Property Services Branch, predominantly policy and governance, analytics and systems to drive efficiencies, support policy changes, and ensure successful project outcomes.

You will have the ability to translate policy changes into system or reporting requirements within procurement systems. You will also have the ability to navigate and manage complex stakeholder relationships, balancing different perspectives and expectations while maintaining project timelines. Additionally, staying up to date with evolving legislative and government requirements in procurement and property services is essential to ensure compliance and effective delivery of services and the preparation of critical documents.

For more information read the full Role Description: Manager Executive Project Delivery

What you will bring to the role

• Demonstrated experience in leading the development and delivery of programs and projects to achieve priority objectives.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively convey ideas and collaborate with team members. 
• Strong problem-solving abilities to navigate complex challenges and adapt to evolving situations. 
• Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment. 
• Solid time management and organisational skills to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines efficiently. 
• Creativity and innovation to bring fresh ideas and approaches to problem-solving and project development. 
• Outstanding stakeholder engagement skills, fostering strong relationships and ensuring alignment with diverse stakeholders to achieve outcomes. 
• Enjoys autonomy and demonstrates proficiency in working independently, taking initiative, and making decisions. 
• Flourishes in dynamic environments, demonstrating resilience and adaptability to effectively navigate change. 

What is an essential requirement:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or relevant professional experience

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 Wednesday, 20 November 2024 at 11:55pm.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Josylin Saunders on josylin.saunders@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 3, 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