Project Manager

• $119,914 - $136,281 per annum plus Superannuation
• Permanent full-time opportunities
• Option to work under a 19-day month arrangement 

Caring for our city, creating a future for all

Our people are passionate about their communities and connected to their teams. They’re motivated by our genuine commitment to diversity and inclusion, and our clear, compelling plan for our global city: Sustainable Sydney 2030 – 2050 Continuing the Vision.

Be part of a purpose-led organisation, with care at its core. You’ll make a difference by acting in the best interests of our communities and city. Be better together with collaborative and inclusive partnerships. Embrace possibilities and be open to new ideas and creating bold solutions. 

The City is targeting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates for this position.

The City of Sydney has a global reputation for delivering award winning facilities, protecting and enhancing open space, promoting design excellence, delivering new transport options and championing sustainability. With a focus and commitment to deliver a Green, Global and Connected City there are opportunities to join the City of Sydney and contribute to a Sustainable Sydney.

The City Operations Office designs and constructs buildings, infrastructure, parks, streetscapes and public domains and with a works program up to $200m, we are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Project Manager to join our team.

In this exciting role you will be responsible for:

• developing and delivering a range of projects by using your knowledge of the Building and Construction Industry.
• liaising with governing authorities and/or utility providers
• coordinating design, managing contractors, providing technical direction and ensuring projects are delivered within pre-determined limits of time, cost and quality
• collaborating and managing client and project needs using effective interpersonal and communication skills.

To be successful you will have:

• tertiary professional qualifications, at degree level, in a relevant field, such as Project Management, Building, Architecture, Landscape, Civil/Structural/Services Engineering, or equivalent relevant industry experience including Contract Administration (with demonstrated Project Management capabilities).
• proven knowledge and experience in Project Management including the planning and delivery of capital works projects in the public and/or private sectors
• demonstrated ability to deliver projects to meet expected time, cost, quality, safety, environmental and sustainability targets
• strong communication and experience in achieving good relationships with clients, stakeholders, consultants and contractors
• knowledge and proven experience to manage project risks, finances, project programming and contract administration

To apply: Upload your resume and respond to the application questions to show how you meet the role’s requirements. Select 'Apply' to complete your online application.

The successful applicant is required to complete a national criminal history check and a pre-employment health declaration.

Position description: View or download the position description 

Applications must be submitted online by 11:59pm, Tuesday 19th March.

For further information contact: Tony Moore, Construction Services Manager on 02 9246 7***.

A challenging and rewarding career: Why joining the City of Sydney might be the right move for you.

We offer a teams-based approach to flexibility. Our flexible working benefits include 26 week parental leave, paid partner leave of 6 weeks and paid super for up to 52 weeks of parental leave. You’ll have the opportunity to work a 19-day month with flexible working options.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and celebrate a workplace as diverse as our communities. We’re passionate about gender balance in the workplace, with an executive team that is two-thirds female and 50% of our leadership roles held by women.

We encourage all applicants, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, and people of diverse sexualities and genders to join us. 

We’re a disability confident recruiter. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments or support for your application and throughout the recruitment process contact the Recruitment Team ***********@cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au or 02 9265 9***.