- Multiple Opportunities up to 3 years
- Location - Parramatta and Bathurst
- Our employees work principally in the workplace
- Clerk Grade 11/12, Salary from $154,231 to $178,369 plus super and leave loading

This role offers versatile, people-first working conditions

- 35‑hour base working week
- Flexible start and finish times between 6am and 7pm, 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.

About the role We are seeking Senior Program (project) Managers to join NSW Public Works (PW) within the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD). These roles are based in our Parramatta and Bathurst offices and are part of the Greater Sydney and Central West Region.

You will lead a multidisciplinary team of in-house project managers to deliver assigned projects and/or programs which will include the management of resources, budgets, programs and stakeholders/clients. Typical projects will involve design management, procurement and contract management of NSW Government and Local Government infrastructure. This is an opportunity for a senior leader to join our management team and play an integral role in developing and delivering commercial and strategic objectives.

NSW Public Works is a highly professional and award-winning project management and infrastructure advisory organisation with flexible working arrangements. We support and facilitate the professional development of our people. The team you will be joining are professional, motivated and supportive. Ongoing professional training and opportunities for self-improvement are part of our inclusive working culture.

About you To be considered for these roles you will have:

- excellent written and verbal communication skills




- experience in presenting work and influencing outcomes
- the commitment to ensure excellence in project delivery, client development and engagement, and people leadership
- experience managing a team and portfolio in the design or construction sector
- be a motivated leader with proven ability to build a collaborative team, engage staff and develop capability and potential in others
- proven experience planning, developing and delivering key business strategic and operational initiatives
- extensive working experience in project management of capital/infrastructure works, design management, NSW Government procurement, and contractor management activities on construction projects
- effective and broad ranging computer skills
- university qualifications in Architecture, Building, Project Management, or Engineering are preferred but appropriate university or trade, post-trade or tertiary qualifications and/or equivalent relevant working experience in project management will be considered
- well-developed knowledge and understanding of current Work Health and Safety legislation and regulations is preferred
- an understanding of the infrastructure digitalisation policy and a commitment to driving digital outcomes through the delivery of infrastructure services
- Hold a White Card (General Construction Induction Card)
- A current NSW Driver Licence and be willing to travel to regional locations which may include overnight stays
- Employment screening checks, security and other clearances

Applying for the role Apply by submitting a current resume and cover letter (maximum 2 pages) that outlines your skills and experience relevant to the role.

For more information about the role, please click here to view the Role Description

Additionally, if you would like to hear more about this role, please contact Peter Hogan, Email: [email protected] or call 0438 283 826.

Closing Date: Sunday, 22 November 2026 at 11:55pm.

📌 Senior Program Manager (New South Wales)
🏢 NSW Public Works
📍 New South Wales