Our Client

Our client is a NSW Government organisation responsible for the planning, management and enhancement of significant public open spaces and parklands across Greater Sydney.

The organisation oversees a diverse portfolio of metropolitan parklands, heritage landscapes, recreational assets, environmental areas and public infrastructure. It works closely with communities, councils, government agencies and other stakeholders to protect natural and cultural heritage while improving public access, recreation and the long-term quality of Sydney's open spaces.

With a strong pipeline of strategic planning, design and capital works initiatives, the organisation provides an chance to contribute to highly visible projects that positively impact communities across Greater Sydney.

Why Contract With Us

At Charter Diligence, we go beyond just placement - we support our contractors with practical benefits that reflect real-life needs. All contractors engaged through us have access to early cash advances on approved timesheets, offering flexibility in cases of unforeseen expenses or cash flow challenges. Unlike traditional labour hire providers, we understand that life doesn’t always align with a pay cycle - and we're here to help when it matters most. Well, ask around if they’re already a Charter Diligence Contractor - chances are, they’re already benefiting from the support we provide.

About the Role

This is a senior client-side design and project management opportunity supporting the planning and delivery of strategic and capital works across a diverse portfolio of public spaces.

You will manage projects throughout the full lifecycle, from early investigation, feasibility and project definition through design development,



procurement, construction, commissioning and completion.

The position combines design leadership with hands‑on project management across disciplines such as architecture, landscape architecture, urban design, active transport, civil engineering, environment and heritage.

You will work with multidisciplinary consultants, contractors, government stakeholders, utilities and community representatives to achieve high‑quality project outcomes while maintaining strong control over programme, budget, risk, governance and stakeholder expectations.

Position: Senior Design and Project Manager
Rate: $85 to $95 per hour plus super
Location: Parramatta and Centennial Park offices
Working Arrangement: Hybrid - 3 days in office and 2 days WFH
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: 8 months
Hours: 35 hours per week, 7 hours per day

Key Responsibilities

- Lead strategic and capital works projects from initial investigation and concept development through design, procurement, construction and completion.
- Develop project scopes, briefs, delivery strategies, programmes, budgets and project management documentation.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary design inputs across architecture, landscape architecture, urban design, civil engineering, heritage, environment and related technical disciplines.




- Manage the procurement and appointment of consultants, contractors and external project management services.
- Prepare tender documentation, coordinate tender processes and contribute to tender assessments and recommendations.
- Monitor project budgets, expenditure, forecasts, schedules, risks, dependencies and key milestones.
- Champion high-quality and context-sensitive design outcomes throughout all stages of project delivery.
- Manage consultants and contractors to ensure scope, programme, quality, safety and commercial requirements are achieved.
- Coordinate the approvals required to progress projects, including engagement with government agencies, utilities and relevant authorities.
- Build productive relationships with internal stakeholders, community representatives, interest groups, councils and government agencies.
- Prepare project reports, executive briefings, recommendations and advice covering progress, risks, budgets and emerging issues.
- Identify sensitive, complex or high‑profile project matters and elevate issues through appropriate governance channels.
- Manage project variations, deliverables, defects and close‑out activities where applicable.
- Facilitate design reviews, technical coordination and constructability discussions throughout project development.
- Maintain project governance documentation, risk registers, financial controls and project records.
- Ensure projects comply with relevant legislation, policies, approvals, procurement requirements and organisational governance frameworks.
- Coordinate project commissioning, completion documentation, defects management and operational handover.
- Support continuous

📌 Senior Design and Project Manager (Sydney)
🏢 Charter Diligence
📍 Sydney