Project Manager

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Mid-Western Regional Council is seeking an
experienced and motivated Project Manager to lead the Mortimer Street Mudgee
Precinct Development planning project. This senior role will oversee consultant
procurement, stakeholder consultation, business case development, design, and
planning approvals, all within the framework of a major Commonwealth/State
grant funding agreement, with the goal of delivering the project to
Construction Certificate stage.

We're seeking a skilled project leader with
strong stakeholder management capabilities and demonstrated experience in
planning, ideally complemented by exposure to infrastructure or property
development. You'll be responsible for navigating funding compliance,
coordinating internal and external professionals, and driving outcomes that
foster vibrant, inclusive regional growth. If you're ready to deliver a
high-impact precinct planning project that will shape the future of Mudgee,
we'd like to hear from you.

Benefits:

Making a real and tangible contribution to the growth of the region

35-hour week, with an RDO every 4 weeks and flexible working options | Work/Life Balance

Health & Wellbeing program | Discounted Private Health Insurance | Professional Learning & Development Opportunities

You

• You have a Tertiary qualification in Project Management, Urban Planning, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• Minimum three years' experience in managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects in planning, infrastructure, or property development.
• You have the proven ability to manage business case development, feasibility assessments, and planning/design processes.
• You have an understanding of local and state government development approval pathways.
• You have experience in consultant procurement, contract management, and project reporting.
• You have strong written and verbal communication skills, including report writing and stakeholder engagement.
• You have high-level project budgeting, scheduling, and risk management skills.
• You hold a Current Class C Driver's Licence.
• You hold a General Construction Induction Card (White Card).
• You have knowledge of workplace health and safety (WHS) responsibilities and a commitment to attending relevant WHS training.

The salary range being offered for this full-time position is $4,423 - $4,807 gross per fortnight plus superannuation which equates to an annual salary of $115,000 - $ gross plus superannuation (dependent on skills, qualifications and experience).

About Mid-Western Regional Council:

Located in the award winning town of Mudgee, we are a team of 450 people who serve 25000 residents across 9000 square kilometres (that's 4.5 Greater Sydneys).

We do so much more that "rates, roads and rubbish" through a diverse range of 75 different types of businesses and as a leading member of the State's first and most advanced Renewable Energy Zone (REZ). Find out more at Working at Mid-Western Regional Council - YouTube

The Mudgee Region:

Around 3 hours from Sydney (and Newcastle), the Mudgee Region boasts a dynamic and vibrant community brimming in lifestyle attractions, culinary delights and investment opportunities. Add to this a four-season climate, picturesque scenery, fine wine, locally grown food and a real community with heart and soul; we have a perfect lifestyle.

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What is next -

Applications close on Friday, 26 September 2025 at 11:59pm. Interviews may be conducted with suitable candidates before the closing date, and the position may close earlier if a suitable candidate is found.

Have Questions?Call us

Ian Clayton, Manager of Property and Revenue

Jaime Adams, HR Officer