Senior Program Manager

the original; Bathurst; Hybrid; AUD 154,000 - 178,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

35‑hour base week

Flexible start/finish times 6am–7pm (9

Flex time and flex leave

Four weeks recreation leave

Job summary

NSW Public Works, within the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD), seeks Senior Program (Project) Managers for Parramatta and Bathurst. You will lead a multidisciplinary team to deliver capital projects, manage budgets, resources and stakeholders, and drive design, procurement and contract activities.

The role offers a flexible, people‑first working environment with a 35‑hour week, flexible hours, and generous leave provisions supporting a diverse workforce.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience presenting work and influencing outcomes.
• Commitment to excellence in project delivery, client development and engagement, and people leadership.
• Experience managing a team and portfolio in the design or construction sector.
• Motivated leader with proven ability to build a collaborative team and develop capability in others.
• Proven experience planning, developing and delivering key business strategic and operational initiatives.
• Extensive experience in project management of capital/infrastructure works, design management, NSW Government procurement, and contractor management on construction projects.
• Broad computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead a multidisciplinary team of in‑house project managers to deliver projects and programs.
• Manage resources, budgets, programs and stakeholders/clients; oversee design, procurement and contract management.
• Join a senior leadership team and help deliver commercial and strategic objectives.
• Participate in ongoing professional training and development within an inclusive culture.

Skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Leadership

Team management

Strategic planning

Project management

Procurement

Contract management

Digital/tech aptitude

Education

University qualification in Architecture, Building, Project Management or Engineering

White Card (Commercial Construction Induction)

Current NSW Driver Licence

Job description

• Multiple Opportunities up to 3 years
• Location -Parramatta and Bathurst
• Ouremployees work principally in theworkplace
• Clerk Grade 11/12, Salary from $154,231 to $178,369 plus super and leave loading

Diversity and inclusion are core DPIRD values. Everyone has the right to contribute and participate to their full potential. We are committed to supporting a diverse and inclusive culture that is respectful, welcoming and flexible – a workplace where our people feel supported, valued, and part of our collective success.

This role offers flexible, people-first working conditions

• 35‑hour base working week
• Flexible start and finish times between 6am and 7pm, with core hours of 10am–3pm
• Flex time, allowing additional hours worked to be accrued and taken back as flex leave
• Generous leave arrangements, including carers’, parental and adoption leave
• Four weeks recreation leave as standard.

About the role

We are seeking Senior Program (project) Managers to join NSW Public Works (PW) within the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD). These roles are based in our Parramatta and Bathurst offices and are part of the Greater Sydney and Central West Region.

You will lead a multidisciplinary team of in-house project managers to deliver assigned projects and/or programs which will include the management of resources, budgets, programs and stakeholders/clients. Typical projects will involve design management, procurement and contract management of NSW Government and Local Government infrastructure. This is an opportunity for a senior leader to join our management team and play an integral role in developing and delivering commercial and strategic objectives.

NSW Public Works is a highly professional and award-winning project management and infrastructure advisory organisation with flexible working arrangements. We support and facilitate the professional development of our people. The team you will be joining are professional, motivated and supportive. Ongoing professional training and opportunities for self-improvement are part of our inclusive working culture.

About you

To be considered for these roles you will have:

• excellent written and verbal communication skills
• experience in presenting work and influencing outcomes
• the commitment to ensure excellence in project delivery, client development and engagement, and people leadership
• experience managing a team and portfolio in the design or construction sector
• be a motivated leader with proven ability to build a collaborative team, engage staff and develop capability and potential in others
• proven experience planning, developing and delivering key business strategic and operational initiatives
• extensive working experience in project management of capital/infrastructure works, design management, NSW Government procurement, and contractor management activities on construction projects
• effective and broad ranging computer skills
• university qualifications in Architecture, Building, Project Management, or Engineering are preferred but appropriate university or trade, post-trade or tertiary qualifications and/or equivalent relevant working experience in project management will be considered
• well-developed knowledge and understanding of current Work Health and Safety legislation and regulations is preferred
• an understanding of the infrastructure digitalisation policy and a commitment to driving digital outcomes through the delivery of infrastructure services
• Hold a White Card (General Construction Induction Card)
• A current NSW Driver Licence and be willing to travel to regional locations which may include overnight stays
• Employment screening checks, security and other clearances

About Us

NSW Public Works is part of the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development and supports local and state government agencies to deliver critical infrastructure initiatives by providing expert advisory, planning, design, project and construction management and associated support services.

Our work is in hospitals, dams, water treatment plants and high 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 future. In 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 the majority 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.

Closing Date: Sunday, 22 November 2026 at 11:55pm.

Additional Information

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same role or role type that may become available for filling over the next 18 months.