NSW Department of Education – Eveleigh NSW

The NSW Department of Education is the largest provider of public education in Australia with responsibility for delivering high-quality public education to two-thirds of the NSW student population. For more information about the NSW Department of Education, please visit https://education.nsw.gov.au/

At the NSW Department of Education, we educate and inspire lifelong learners - from early childhood, through schooling to vocational education and training.

- Ongoing
- Salary starting from $154,231 to $178,369 + flex leaves + super

About the role

Are you ready to drive excellence in procurement and help deliver major infrastructure projects for NSW schools? The NSW Department of Education is seeking an experienced and strategic Manager, Construction Procurement to join our growing team.

As Manager, Construction Procurement, you will lead end-to-end procurement services for complex infrastructure projects across the NSW Department of Education to achieve value for money, support business priorities and ensure adherence to legislative requirements, NSW Government procurement policies, and probity obligations.

You will collaborate closely with stakeholders to deliver procurement solutions, to develop and implement effective procurement strategies, establish robust supply arrangements and lead complex, high-value negotiations that meet business needs and government requirements. Providing strategic advice and specialist support, you will negotiate confidently on key issues with senior stakeholders. Championing stakeholder engagement is essential to this role, as you work to understand priorities and requirements and foster collaboration to meet these effectively.

As a key leader,



you will develop and implement procurement policies, procedures, systems and performance frameworks that promote best practice, accountability and continuous improvement. Through your expertise, you will drive innovative procurement practices, strengthen supplier relationships and ensure procurement activities deliver optimal commercial, operational and project outcomes.

Another key focus of this role is leading, developing, and motivating a high-performing team. You will set clear individual accountabilities, proactively remove roadblocks, and provide hands‑on support to guide your team in delivering excellent outcomes

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About you -

- You are an experienced procurement professional skilled in managing complex procurement processes for infrastructure projects, including drafting documentation, facilitating evaluations, and ensuring compliance. You bring strong commercial acumen and strategic thinking, translating business needs into effective procurement strategies that deliver value for money.
- You have proven expertise in developing procurement plans, managing end-to-end sourcing, negotiating high-value contracts, and overseeing supplier performance and risks. You understand the importance of governance and compliance, adept at navigating legislative, regulatory,



and government policy requirements while balancing commercial and project delivery goals.
- As a confident and influential leader, you build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders, project teams, suppliers, and cross‑functional partners. You excel in stakeholder management within politically and commercially sensitive environments, challenging norms constructively to influence decisions and drive innovative procurement improvements.
- You demonstrate strong leadership by motivating procurement teams, managing priorities, and driving continuous improvement in systems and processes. Your sound judgement, negotiation skills, and collaborative approach help address competing stakeholder needs, mitigate risks, and ensure successful outcomes in dynamic construction and infrastructure settings.
- You possess good knowledge of construction, engineering, and related industries, with transferable skills welcomed for those capable of quickly gaining industry expertise. Additionally, you have in-depth understanding of the NSW Government Procurement Framework, including compliance with probity, legislation, policies, systems, and procedures.
- Knowledge of and commitment to implementing the Department's Aboriginal Education Policy and upholding the Department's Partnership Agreement with the NSW AECG and to ensure quality outcomes for Aboriginal people.

Essential requirements of the role

- Relevant tertiary qualifications in procurement, contract management or in a related discipline and/or relevant equivalent work experience
- Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the value of public education.
- Versatile working arrangements
- Competitive, salary sacrificing,

📌 Manager, Construction Procurement (Sydney)
🏢 NSW Department of Education
📍 Sydney