Program Manager - Reconstruction Delivery Lead

NSW Department of Communities and Justice; Lismore; Hybrid; AUD 154,000 - 178,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contemporary workspaces

Learning and development opportunities

Employee assistance program

Inclusive workplace

Job summary

The NSW Reconstruction Authority is seeking a seasoned Program Manager to lead infrastructure projects focused on disaster mitigation, adaptation and reconstruction. Based in Sydney or regional NSW with hybrid work options, you will manage a team of technical experts and drive delivery across business cases, governance, and reporting.

You will establish governance frameworks, align program objectives with agency priorities, and foster strong stakeholder relationships to achieve efficient

Qualifications

• Proven client-side program and project management experience in infrastructure or reconstruction.
• Ability to lead teams, manage multiple stakeholders, and resolve issues proactively.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Experience with governance, business cases, and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of technical experts to deliver reconstruction projects.
• Set governance frameworks and strategic direction.
• Oversee business cases, governance, resource planning, and reporting.
• Drive risk management and quality assurance across programs.
• Build and maintain stakeholder relationships and provide expert advice.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Program management

Risk management

Governance

Education

Civil engineering or construction management

Job description

The NSW Reconstruction Authority is seeking a seasoned Program Manager to lead infrastructure projects focused on disaster mitigation, adaptation and reconstruction. Based in Sydney or regional NSW with hybrid work options, you will manage a team of technical experts and drive delivery across business cases, governance, and reporting.

You will establish governance frameworks, align program objectives with agency priorities, and foster strong stakeholder relationships to achieve efficient