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Lead Project Manager
Organisation/Entity: Transport For NSW
Job category: Projects
Job location: Parramatta, NSW, AU, ****
Job reference number: ******
Employment type: Permanent Full time
Salary range: $********-$********
You see the big picture, you've always worked on a grand scale, and now you're ready to re-focus on grand impact.
You're all about the detail and this role will allow you to drive evidence-based decision making to optimise systems and efficiency, not just for the business but for our customers too.
It's data and research with impact you can see.
In this role, you'll:
Lead and deliver complex transport (Road) engineering and infrastructure projects to agreed time, cost, quality and scope requirements.
Manage project planning, design development, technical documentation, cost estimating and contract administration.
Work independently while also providing clear leadership and direction to project staff, coordinators and technical contributors.
Oversee contractor performance, ensure compliance with safety, environmental and quality standards, and maintain strong project governance.
Resolve complex technical, operational and statutory issues to support project progress and timely decision‐making.
Engage effectively with stakeholders to support collaboration, consultation and project outcomes.
Implement project management processes, maintain accurate reporting and support continuous improvement across programs.
Contribute to a customer‐focused and community‐centred approach to planning and delivery of infrastructure projects.
Demonstrates strong project leadership capability, with experience guiding project teams, coordinators and contractors across multiple project stages.
Brings sound judgement and advanced problem‐solving skills, particularly in navigating complex technical,



statutory or compliance‐related issues.
Possesses solid property and infrastructure understanding, including working within regulatory, planning or statutory frameworks.
Able to work independently with autonomy while managing competing priorities and delivering high‐quality outcomes.
Shows strong communication, negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills suited to complex multi‐agency environments.
Experienced in procurement, contract management, design coordination, project development or delivery within infrastructure or related fields.
Holds a four‐year civil engineering degree from an Australian university or an equivalent overseas qualification acceptable for professional recognition within Australia.
Holds a current and valid Australian motor vehicle driver licence and is willing to work outside normal working hours and travel on occasion.
Please note opportunities are available across multiple locations, offering exposure to varied projects and development pathways.
Who we are
Transport for NSW provides a safe, integrated, and efficient transport system.
We connect people, communities and industry every day.
Our workforce is as diverse as the community we serve.
If you'd like further information on our inclusion and diversity initiatives, visit Transport careers.
Applications close 11:59 PM Monday 24 August ****.
Aboriginal people and people living with disability are supported throughout the recruitment process and at work, and we encourage you to apply.
Visit Supporting Aboriginal People or Supporting People with Disability for more information or speak to your talent team member to arrange any adjustments to how you interact with us.
Transport acknowledges the Aboriginal people of the country on which we work, their traditions, culture and a shared history and identity.
We also pay our respects to Elders past and present and recognise the continued connection to country.
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📌 Lead Project Manager (New South Wales)
🏢 Nsw Public Service Commission
📍 New South Wales