Contract Manager

The City of Parramatta is going through unprecedented change and transformation as we grow and transform into a Global City. The intensity of growth and investment in City of Parramatta means that Council, their partners, and community have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to shape the City's future and ensure it is culturally, socially, environmentally, and economically sustainable. 

About the role 

As the Contract Manager you will be responsible for managing Council's various Roads Infrastructure commercial contracts, internal service level agreements, grant administration and delivery of Council's capital works programs.  

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, manage, and oversee contracts and tender processes for roads infrastructure assets, ensuring compliance and value for money
• Coordinate the delivery of capital works programs and assist in the operational management of street lighting, street furniture, and other civil assets.
• Provide expert engineering and asset-related guidance to internal and external stakeholders and maintain effective partnerships across agencies and contractors.
• Support the development of asset management strategies, service level agreements, and grant funding applications, while monitoring performance and reporting outcomes.
• Promote safe work practices, ensure adherence to regulations and Council policies, and contribute to continuous improvement and ethical service delivery.

About You 

The successful candidate will bring: 

• Tertiary qualifications (minimum Certificate IV) in Procurement, Project Management, Business or related studies. 

• Class C Drivers License

• Minimum ten (10) years' experience in managing civil engineering/commercial contracts or project/program management.

• Demonstrated experience to manage construction contracts, establishing specialized panel of service providers and negotiating best value for money to Council 

• Strong contract management, negotiation skills, and technical expertise in roads infrastructure.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills. 

• Ability to build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships. 

What's on offer

This is a permanent full-time opportunity. 

We are offering an attractive remuneration from $129,776 to $142,860 plus 12% superannuation.

In addition City of Parramatta also offer excellent employee benefits which include:

• A range of flexible work arrangements including hybrid WFH arrangements
• Free onsite parking & onsite gym
• 14 weeks paid parental leave
• Access to Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Significant leave benefits (up to 12 days flexi-time, 3 additional leave days at Christmas, 15 days sick/personal leave, 2 days health and wellbeing leave per year)
• Learning and development opportunities
• Health and Wellbeing programs (Fitness Passport, flu shots, etc.) 

Want to know more? 

Further information regarding the requirements of this role can be found in the attached Position Description. 

Review our Values Flyer which outlines Council's core values and behaviours. 

Alternatively for a confidential discussion please contact Edy Rustam on or email

How to apply 

Candidates must apply online attaching a Cover Letter addressing the requirements of this role. 

Applications close 9pm, Sunday 30 November 2025 and will not be accepted through any other medium.

This position requires the preferred candidate to undergo a Criminal History Records check. A criminal history does not necessarily disqualify a prospective candidate from selection. 

The City of Parramatta supports a Drug and Alcohol-free working environment and employees may be subject to random testing as a result. 

Inclusion, Diversity and belonging lies at the heart of how we recruit at the City of Parramatta. We continue to commit to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experiences, and backgrounds. We invite candidates of all ages, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, women, ADF veterans, LGBTIQA+ and other culturally diverse groups.  We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace.

Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident or have unlimited working rights in Australia to apply for this position.