Project Director$1,200 - $1,700 Per Day DOE

Your current company

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a major organisation delivering one of Australia's most significant long-term infrastructure programmes. This organisation is investing in innovative construction and manufacturing solutions to support large-scale infrastructure delivery and drive industry transformation. As part of a nationally significant initiative, you will play a key role in establishing a new advanced manufacturing facility focused on modern methods of construction, digital manufacturing, automation and productivity improvements across major infrastructure projects.

Your new role

As Project Director, Advanced Manufacturing Facility, you will provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for the planning, procurement, design, construction, commissioning and ongoing operation of a large-scale advanced manufacturing facility. Reporting to a senior executive team, you will lead the delivery of a complex programme that integrates advanced manufacturing technologies, automation and modular construction solutions. You will be responsible for ensuring strong governance, stakeholder engagement and commercial outcomes while fostering innovation and workforce capability development.

Key responsibilities include:

- Leading the strategic direction and operational management of the facility
- Overseeing facility planning, design, procurement, construction and commissioning activities
- Managing complex contracts, commercial arrangements and delivery partners
- Driving the integration of manufacturing systems, automation, robotics and digital technologies
- Embedding governance,



risk management and assurance frameworks
- Building strong partnerships with industry, research institutions and training providers
- Supporting workforce capability development and future skills programmes
- Promoting a culture of safety, quality, inclusion and continuous improvement
- Providing executive-level reporting and strategic advice to key decision-makers

What you'll need to succeed

To be successful in this role, you will bring a demonstrated track record of delivering large-scale infrastructure, industrial, manufacturing or major project environments.

You will also possess:

- Tertiary qualifications in Engineering, Manufacturing or a related discipline
- Experience leading the delivery of complex facilities from concept through to commissioning
- Strong knowledge of advanced manufacturing, modular construction or modern methods of construction
- Experience managing major procurement activities, commercial contracts and delivery partnerships
- Exposure to robotics, automation, digital manufacturing or advanced production environments
- Strong stakeholder management skills across government, industry and executive leadership groups
- Exceptional leadership, communication and strategic decision-making capabilities
- A strong focus on safety, quality, governance and risk management

What you'll get in return

- Executive-level leadership opportunity
- Exposure to a high-profile, complex infrastructure programme
- The opportunity to influence industry innovation and workforce capability
- A collaborative and purpose-driven working environment
- Competitive executive remuneration package
- Long-term career growth and leadership opportunities

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📌 Project Director (City of Sydney)
🏢 Rashi Joshi
📍 City of Sydney