- Temporary full-time – 3 years
- LOCATION: Newcastle, Tamworth, Dubbo, Broken Hill
- Our employees work principally in the workplace
- Clerk Grade 7/8, Salary from $116,981 to $129,492 plus super and leave loading

Some of the benefits of working for NSW Public Works include:

- 35‑hour base working week;
- Flexible start and finish times between 6am and 10pm , 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 (Newcastle and Tamworth); Five weeks recreation leave in Dubbo and Broken Hill

About the role

NSW Public Works (PW) is part of the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development and supports many different local and state government agencies to deliver critical infrastructure initiatives by providing expert advisory, planning, design, delivery and support services.

We are currently seeking an experienced Project Manager to deliver infrastructure projects across the Hunter North West Region.

As a NSW Public Works Project Manager you will be expected to manage and contribute to the planning and delivery of building and civil infrastructure projects and ensure time, cost, quality, safety and environment targets, and corporate expectations are met.

The role provides an exciting chance to work collaboratively with a range of stakeholders and participate in business development activities, contributing towards opportunities for repeat and new business.

NSW Public Works is a highly professional and award-winning project management organisation with adaptable working arrangements. We support diversity in our workplace and facilitate the professional development of our people.

About you





- Appropriate university qualifications in architecture, building or construction, project management, engineering, and/or related discipline and/or equivalent knowledge, skills and experience with a demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development.
- Demonstrated understanding and experience in managing the planning, procurement, and delivery of building or civil infrastructure projects. Government project experience desirable.
- Construction, design, or contract management experience, including consultant or construction contracts, and preferably GC21 and MW21 contract administration.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team when required, as well as the ability to mentor more junior staff.
- Contribute to infrastructure planning and delivery by actively participating in project planning meetings and executing assigned tasks.
- Excellent written, interpersonal, and communication skills to work effectively within a diverse and multi-disciplinary environment and across a wide client base.
- Strong relationship skills, with an ability to influence positive outcomes and provide excellent client service.
- Leadership qualities, sound reasoning, and acute problem-solving ability.
- Strong “self-starting” motivation and a desire to succeed.
- A natural inclination to assist others.
- Strong ability to produce clear, professionally written content, and effectively utilise digital tools and platforms, including but not limited to Microsoft Office (e.g. Word, Excel, Project), to support project delivery.
- Well-developed knowledge and understanding of current Work Health and Safety legislation and regulations.
- Current NSW Driver Licence and willingness to travel to regional and remote locations, including overnight stays.

Closing Date: Wednesday, 2 September 2026 at 11:55pm.

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🏢 NSW Public Works
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