Senior Project Manager

Senior Project Manager

• Lead major projects in civil, landscape, building, and structural works within the Infrastructure Division's Asset Strategy & Delivery Unit.
• Contribute to enhancing both natural and built environments in the Sutherland Shire.
• Empower and mentor Project Managers to achieve excellence.
• Enjoy a collaborative culture that values strategic thinking and innovation.

About Us

At Sutherland Shire Council, we are passionate about building a vibrant and liveable community in Sutherland Shire. Our dedicated team in the Asset Strategy & Delivery Unit is committed to delivering high-quality civil engineering, landscape, and structural projects that positively impact the lives of our residents. We believe in fostering a beautiful and healthy natural environment while ensuring that Sutherland Shire remains a place where everyone can thrive.

As a forward-thinking organisation, we pride ourselves on our collaborative approach and our commitment to continuous improvement. We are looking for a Senior Project Manager who shares our vision and is eager to contribute to the success of our community through strategic project management.

Your Role as a Senior Project Manager

As a Senior Project Manager, you will play a pivotal role in leading and managing a team of talented Project Managers. Your mission will be to embed a robust project management framework and foster an organisational culture that maximises our capacity to meet the community's infrastructure needs.

You'll have the opportunity to engage with various stakeholders, implement change management strategies, and ensure efficient project delivery that enhances community confidence in our Council.

Who You Are

We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced candidate who is ready to take on the challenge of managing complex projects while inspiring a team of professionals.

• Tertiary Qualifications in either Engineering (Civil, Structural, Environmental), Construction, or equivalent.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and deliver varied construction projects within complex stakeholder environments.
• Demonstrated expertise in developing and managing project teams, stakeholder relationships, and governance forums across divisions.
• Comprehensive experience in preparing documentation, administering contracts, and working within local government or public sector environments.

Your ability to translate corporate strategic initiatives into actionable project deliverables will be crucial in driving our mission forward. You will also be responsible for ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and guiding your team to success through mentorship and support.

Join our team and grow with us

• Apply by responding to our online application questions and submitting your resume outlining why we are a great fit
• Get your application in by 11.59pm:
  Tuesday 30 September 2025
• Package:
  $117,000 - $133,000 gross p.a. plus 12% superannuation. (Salary will be determined based on the skills and experience of the successful applicant)
• Hours of work:
  Permanent Full Time 35 hours per week with option of 19 day month flex time arrangement.
• To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options. In addition, we offer generous leave provisions, including an additional 7 days of personal leave, to support your work-life balance.

Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks (including Covid-19 Vaccination), a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.

Click on the APPLY NOW link to view the position description and apply via our website.

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