EOI Project Manager

Job Details; Council of the City of Sydney; On-site; AUD 84,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in New South Wales is seeking an entry-level Project Manager to support infrastructure initiatives. Located in Parramatta, the role involves assisting senior managers in planning and delivering projects, requiring relevant qualifications and skills in project management and construction. Competitive salary ranging from $84,659 to $92,701 plus superannuation is offered.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of project management concepts and construction or design work.
• Preferably some professional project management construction or design experience.
• Preferably some contract administration experience including consultant contracts or construction contracts.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior Project Managers with planning and delivery of infrastructure projects.
• Manage and contribute to the planning and delivery of building and civil infrastructure projects.
• Ensure time, cost, quality, safety, and environmental targets are met.

Skills

Project Management Methodology

Construction Experience

Microsoft Project

Contracts

Project Management Software

Construction Estimating

PMBOK

Education

Appropriate university qualification in architecture, building, project management, or civil engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Visio

Job description

Ongoing employees affected by change management plans will be given priority consideration for at grade positions.

• 3 Positions - Ongoing full-time and 2-year full-time term appointments
• Location : Parramatta
• Ouremployees work principally in theworkplace
• Salary from $84659 to $92701 plus super and leave loading

Diversity and inclusion are core values of the Department of Regional NSW. The Department of Regional NSW is a workplace where everyone is able to contribute and participate to their full potential and we are proud to have a team that reflects the richness and complexity of the regional NSW communities we serve.

About the role

NSW Public Works (NSW PW) is part of the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development and supports many different local and state government agencies to deliver critical infrastructure initiatives by providing expert advisory planning design delivery and support services.

This entry level Project Manager role will form part of our Greater Sydney team working in the Parramatta Office. The role contributes as part of a multi-disciplinary team by assisting senior Project Managers with the planning advisory and delivery of infrastructure projects across NSW.

NSW Public Works is a highly professional and award-winning project management organisation with flexible working arrangements. We support diversity in our workplace and facilitate the professional development of our people.

About you

To be considered for this role you will have demonstrated knowledge of project management concepts and construction or design work. You will need to meet the following essential requirements which can be found in the role description and below:

• Appropriate university architecture building project management civil engineering or similar relevant qualification
• Preferably some professional project management construction or design experience
• Preferably some contract administration experience including consultant contracts or construction contracts
• A high degree of enthusiasm and drive with a strong desire to assist in delivering positive outcomes as part of a team
• Experience with Microsoft Office (e.g. Word Excel Project)
• Excellent written interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively within a diverse and multi-disciplinary environment
• Sound reasoning and problem-solving skills
• Current NSW Driver Licence with flexibility and willingness to travel to NSW regional towns which may include overnight stays.

As a NSW Public Works Project Manager you will be expected to manage and contribute to the planning and delivery of building and civil infrastructure projects and ensure time cost quality safety and environment targets and corporate expectations are met. Our Project Managers are responsible for the management and administration of design and construction contracts including claims evaluation and negotiation.

The role provides an exciting chance to work collaboratively with a range of stakeholders and participate in business development activities contributing towards opportunities for repeat and new business.

About Us

NSW Public Works (NSWPW) plays a significant role in the development of our state our regions and our infrastructure and associated industries by supporting local and state government agencies to deliver critical infrastructure initiatives. We do this by providing: expert advisory services; planning design and delivery management; sustainability asset management and support services. Our work is in community buildings and infrastructure office fit outs delivering advanced and sustainable buildings hospitals roads bridges dams water treatment plants housing and schools the real foundations of prosperous communities. Every day we help shape the ambitious projects that bring progress to more people in NSW. From forging a more sustainable relationship with the land around us to engineering the big ideas of the every challenge we see the chance to build stronger and more connected communities.

Together we are DPIRD

The New South Wales Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) protects supports and develops primary industries and regional economies.

Collectively we support strong and sustainable agriculture forestry fishing and mining industries and regional economies. We actively manage our natural assets : our lands and soils minerals waterways and oceans vegetation and forests.

The department brings together :

• Local Land Services
• NSW Resources
• Agriculture and Biosecurity
• Fisheries and Forestry
• Regional Development and Delivery

With nearly 5000 employees and 75 per cent of the DPIRD team living and working in regional NSW we are embedded in the regions we serve.

Learn more about the benefits of joining our diverse and talented DPIRD team.

Applying for the role

Apply by submitting a current resume and cover letter (maximum 2 pages) that outlines your skills and experience relevant to the role.

For more information about the role please click here to view the role description.

Additionally if you would like to hear more about this role please contact Peter Hogan Director Greater Sydney Region at or on0.

Closing Date : Monday 10 November 2025 at 11 : 55pm

Additional Information

If you require adjustments in completing your application interviewing completing any pre- employment testing require information in an alternative format or otherwise participating in the recruitment process please let us know so we can assist. Send an email to or contact the hiring manager listed below for a confidential discussion.

This is an internal EOI opportunity.

To be considered for an appointment for over 12 months or ongoing applicants must be ongoing at either an equivalent or higher grade than this advertised vacancy (Classification OR on a current and valid talent pool at this grade or higher. Alternatively if you do not meet the requirement for an ongoing appointment you may only be considered for a temporary appointment of up to 12 months.

Required Experience

IC

Key Skills

• Project Management Methodology
• Project / Program Management
• Construction Estimating
• Construction Experience
• PMBOK
• Visio
• Construction Management
• Project Management
• Project Management Software
• Microsoft Project
• Project Management Lifecycle
• Contracts

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 84659 - 92701