IT Project Manager (Temporary Opportunity - up to 12 months)

Transport for NSW; Sydney; On-site; AUD 163,000 - 183,000; Full time

Job summary

Transport for NSW is seeking an IT Project Manager for a temporary 12-month opportunity based in Sydney. You will lead delivery of complex technology projects within Sydney Metro, driving customer outcomes and efficiency.

The role emphasizes governance, scope and budget management, stakeholder engagement, and collaboration across a large program. Flexible work options may be available.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering large-scale technology projects in complex environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of complex technology projects and programs aligned with Sydney Metro objectives.
• Manage scope, budget, governance, risks and stakeholder engagement to achieve outcomes.

Job description

IT Project Manager (Temporary Opportunity - up to 12 months)

IT Project Manager (Temporary Opportunity - up to 12 months)

Organisation/Entity:Sydney Metro

Job category:Information & Communication Technology

Job location: Sydney, NSW, AU, 2000

Job reference number:110569

Employment type:Fixed Term Full-Time

Salary range:$163145.0-$182721.0

If you’re after impact, there’s no other organisation in Australia that delivers work on this scale.

This is your opportunity to broaden your experience and perspectives, step out of the confines of a standard project role and expand your scope to work with an interconnected ecosystem of industry professionals.

In this role, you'll:

As an IT Project Manager, you will lead the delivery of complex technology projects and programs that support Sydney Metro's strategic objectives and business priorities. You will be responsible for managing project scope, budget, governance, risks, and stakeholder engagement, while ensuring successful project outcomes that improve customer experience, business performance, and operational efficiency.

For more information on this position and business unit, view the role description and information pack.

About you

We’re seeking an experienced project management professional with a proven track record delivering large-scale technology projects in complex environments. You bring strong stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities, navigate complex organisational environments, and deliver outcomes within agreed timeframes and budgets. You are commercially minded, customer-focused, and passionate about driving business value through successful project delivery.

Who we are

Transport for NSW provides a safe, integrated, and efficient transport system. We connect people, communities and industry every day.

Sydney Metro delivers Australia’s biggest public transport project and first driverless railway. We engage with our customers and community, and contribute to vibrant and attractive places through station design, interchanges and precincts.

Our workforce is as diverse as the community we serve. If you’d like further information on our inclusion and diversity initiatives, visit Transport careers.

Flexible work optionsmay be available.

Applications close 11:59 PM Monday, 31 August 2026.

Aboriginal people and people living with disability are supported throughout the recruitment process and at work, and we encourage you to apply. Visit Supporting Aboriginal People or Supporting People with Disability for more information or speak to your talent team member to arrange any adjustments to how you interact with us.