Project Manager - Contract Administration

Public Sector People; Canterbury-Bankstown; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Diverse portfolio of projects

Supportive Council environment

Competitive hourly rate

Job summary

Public Sector People is seeking a Project Manager - Capital Works to lead a diverse portfolio of infrastructure in Canterbury-Bankstown, NSW. You will drive projects from planning through to completion, with emphasis on streetscape upgrades, public domain improvements, urban revitalisation, road widening, and stormwater works.

You will manage design, procurement, contract administration and construction delivery to achieve on‑time, on‑budget outcomes.

Qualifications

• Qualifications in Engineering, Architecture, Construction or Project Management.
• Proven experience delivering streetscape and public domain projects through design and construction.
• End-to-end project delivery experience including construction management.
• Strong procurement and contract administration experience.
• Ability to manage budgets, schedules and multiple projects.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and regulatory understanding.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a diverse portfolio of infrastructure projects from planning to completion.
• Manage design, procurement, contract administration and construction delivery to achieve on‑time, on‑budget outcomes.
• Ensure projects meet time, budget and quality standards.
• Engage stakeholders and report to Council as required.
• Adhere to Council frameworks and legislation.

Skills

Project management

Streetscape projects

Public domain improvements

Procurement

Contract administration

Stakeholder engagement

Budget management

Design management

Education

Engineering/Architecture/Construction/PM qualification

Job description

As Project Manager - Capital Works, you will be responsible for delivering a diverse portfolio of infrastructure projects from planning through to completion, with a strong focus on streetscape upgrades, public domain improvements, urban revitalisation projects, road widening works, and stormwater infrastructure projects.

The portfolio also includes buildings, town centre upgrades, parks, roads, and other community assets.

You will manage the full project lifecycle, including design management, procurement, contract administration, and construction delivery, ensuring outcomes are achieved on time, within budget, and to a high standard. The role also involves stakeholder engagement, reporting, and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and Council frameworks.

Key Requirements:

• Relevant qualifications in Engineering, Architecture, Construction, Project Management, or related field
• Proven experience delivering streetscape, public domain, road widening, stormwater, and broader infrastructure projects through design and construction phases
• End-to-end project delivery experience, including construction management
• Strong procurement and contract administration experience
• Ability to manage budgets, schedules, and multiple concurrent projects
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Understanding of relevant legislation and regulatory requirements
• Current Class C Driver’s Licence and White Card

What’s on Offer:

• Diverse portfolio of high-profile streetscape, public domain, road widening, and stormwater projects
• Supportive and collaborative Council environment
• Competitive hourly rate and benefits
• Long-term contract stability
• Opportunity to deliver projects that directly enhance community infrastructure and public spaces