Director of School Infrastructure Projects

NSW Department of Education; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 275,000 - 301,000; Full time

Job summary

The NSW Department of Education is seeking a Director, Projects to oversee a portfolio of new schools and upgrades across Southern NSW. Based in Eveleigh, this full-time role delivers projects safely, on time, and within budget while leading high-performing teams.

You will report to senior stakeholders, practice strong governance, and drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced public sector environment with flexible work arrangements.

Qualifications

• Extensive senior leadership experience in delivering complex infrastructure projects.
• Proven ability to lead, develop and motivate high performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of a portfolio of new schools and school upgrades across Southern NSW.
• Drive portfolio performance, ensure safety, efficiency, and outcomes.
• Provide clear direction, governance, risk management and reporting to senior stakeholders.
• Build a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement.

Skills

Senior leadership

Portfolio management

Strategic judgement

Commercial acumen

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Tertiary qualifications in construction / project management

Job description

The NSW Department of Education is seeking a Director, Projects to oversee a portfolio of new schools and upgrades across Southern NSW. Based in Eveleigh, this full-time role delivers projects safely, on time, and within budget while leading high-performing teams.

You will report to senior stakeholders, practice strong governance, and drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced public sector environment with flexible work arrangements.