Osborne Richardson are partnering with Blacktown City Council in Western Sydney to find an experienced Project Manager to join Council's Greenspace Services team within City Assets on an initial 6-month contract, with an extension likely.

This is a hands-on delivery role. You'll take Council's greenspace, recreational, environmental and urban infrastructure projects from initiation through to completion: parks, reserves, sportsgrounds, streetscapes, urban forest and community infrastructure, with plenty of road and stormwater work in the mix. You'll report to the Manager Greenspace Services.

What you'll be doing
Planning, coordinating and delivering a diverse portfolio of greenspace and urban infrastructure projects from initiation to completion
Developing project plans, schedules, milestones and budgets, and keeping projects on time, on budget and to standard
Managing procurement, engagement and performance of contractors, consultants and suppliers
Contract administration, including variations, progress claims, milestone reporting and practical completion
Monitoring project performance and putting corrective actions in place for delays, budget pressures or emerging risks
Liaising with internal teams, external agencies,



contractors and community groups
Preparing reports, briefings and updates for management, executive leadership and Council
Site inspections, project meetings and keeping project documentation audit-ready

What Council is looking for
Tertiary and/or postgraduate qualifications in Construction, Civil Engineering, Landscape, Horticulture, Project Management or a related field
5+ years' project planning and delivery experience, preferably gained in large, complex work environments
Demonstrated experience in road and stormwater design and construction
Proven delivery of complex projects of up to 3 years' duration, with a number of influential stakeholders
Demonstrated experience leading small teams to achieve outcomes
Solid stakeholder management and negotiation skills
WorkCover Site Induction (White) Card and a current Class C driver's licence

What's on offer
Up to $58.79 per hour + super
Initial 6-month contract, extension likely
Based at Blacktown City Council, Western Sydney
Wide-ranging greenspace and urban infrastructure portfolio with a major Western Sydney council
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