Specialist Project Manager

Bayside Council; Sydney; On-site; AUD 132,000 - 148,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 extra days off during Christmas

10 days sick leave

MyLeave flexible personal leave

Parental leave entitlements

Employee Assistance Program

Fitness Passport

Skin checks & flu vaccinations

Job summary

Bayside Council is seeking an experienced Specialist Project Manager to lead delivery of a significant capital works program across our City Projects team. You will plan, procure, deliver and complete technically complex projects, ensuring safety, timeliness and budget compliance, while coordinating with consultants and contractors.

The role covers buildability, tender documentation, and acting as Superintendent's Representative on contracts, with a collaborative, supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience delivering capital works and construction projects.
• Strong commercial, contract management and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to lead teams and manage competing priorities in complex environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of construction projects across disciplines.
• Provide contract administration and act as Superintendent's Representative.
• Prepare and manage budgets, cashflows and forecasts.
• Identify and manage project risks throughout the lifecycle.
• Engage stakeholders to inform strategy and action.

Education

Engineering / Construction Management / Architecture / Project Management degree

Tools

AS4000 contracts

AS4902 contracts

GC21 contracts

Job description

Lead the delivery of significant capital works projects that shape community spaces and infrastructure across Bayside

Lead the delivery of significant capital works projects that shape community spaces and infrastructure across Bayside

Enjoy working a 9-day fortnight through accrued time off

$131,983.30 - $147,821.23 per annum, plus 12% superannuation & 3.5% Civil Liability allowance

Our team

At Bayside Council, we are committed to a positive, flexible and supportive workplace culture, where our people and customers feel respected and valued. We are proud to serve our community through operating with transparency, integrity and in the best interests of the Bayside community to deliver exceptional service.

About the role

We\'re looking for an experienced and motivated Specialist Project Manager to join our City Projects team and play a key role in delivering an ambitious capital works program. This is an opportunity to lead the delivery of complex construction projects and contribute to a portfolio of critical community infrastructure while working in a collaborative and supportive environment.

The role is responsible for planning, procuring, delivering and completing technically complex and high-risk construction projects across a broad range of engineering, architectural and landscape architectural disciplines. It ensures projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget, and in accordance with Council objectives, community expectations and statutory requirements, while also undertaking the role of Superintendent\'s Representative on relevant contracts.

The position is responsible for the administration and implementation of construction projects; engaging consultants and contractors; managing and responding to contractual and commercial risks; and reviewing building contracts, plans and specifications. There is a close working relationship with the Design team for buildability resolution during the design phase and the preparation of tender documentation for construction.

You can also expect to:

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of construction projects of varying scale and complexity, including scope development, planning, design, procurement, construction and project close-out.
• Provide contract administration on Council contracts and act as the Superintendent\'s Representative (e.g. AS4000, AS4902, GC21 or equivalent)
• Prepare and manage project budgets, cashflows and expenditure forecasts.
• Identify, assess and manage project risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Engage and consult with internal and external stakeholders to identify requirements and inform organisational direction, strategy and action.
• Deliver value for all stakeholders in an ethical, social and environmentally responsible manner.

About you

You are a highly experienced project delivery manager with a strong background in capital works, construction or infrastructure projects. With excellent commercial, contract management and stakeholder engagement skills, you can confidently lead teams, manage competing priorities and navigate complex environments while delivering quality outcomes and fostering a high‑performance culture.

You will bring:

• Extensive experience delivering complex construction / capital works projects across multiple disciplines.
• Current Class C Driver Licence, Construction Induction Card (White Card).
• Degree qualification in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, Project Management or other relevant discipline (or Diploma with equivalent demonstrated experience).

Our benefits and culture

As an organisation, we pride ourselves in offering a flexible working environment centred on delivering great outcomes for our customers, whether internal or external. Bayside Council has a strong culture of collaboration and delivering exciting new initiatives for our community.

As an organisation, we pride ourselves in offering a flexible working environment centred on delivering great outcomes for our customers, whether internal or external. Bayside Council has a strong culture of collaboration and delivering exciting new initiatives for our community.

On top of the competitive salary, our people enjoy:

• 3 extra days off during Christmas each year
• 10 days sick leave each year
• 5 days MyLeave allowing flexible personal leave each year
• Additional parental leave entitlements for both parents
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Access to Fitness Passport
• Annual skin checks & flu vaccinations

Closing date: Sunday 20 September 2026. Interviews will be conducted mid October 2026.

Salary: $131,983.30 - $147,821.23 per annum, plus 12% superannuation & 3.5% Civil Liability allowance

Applicants will be required to satisfactorily undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children check in accordance with the position.

Bayside Council is proud to be both an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Child-Safe Organisation. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and safe workplace where all individuals regardless of background, experience, or identity, feel valued and respected. We also recognise the rights of children and young people to feel safe when accessing Council services, and we strive to maintain an environment that promotes their safety and wellbeing. All hiring decisions are based solely on individual merit and alignment with requirements of the role. Applicants can request a reasonable adjustment at any stage during the recruitment process by getting in touch with our Talent Acquisition team to discuss their needs in confidence.