Senior Project Manager, Reconstruction Assurance

Department: Adaptation Mitigation & Reconstruction

Location:
Lismore, NSW, AU, 2480 Cessnock, NSW, AU, 2325 East Maitland, NSW, AU, 2323 Maitland, NSW, AU, 2320 Muswellbrook, NSW, AU, 2333 Newcastle, NSW, AU, 2300 The Entrance, NSW, AU, 2261 Woy Woy, NSW, AU, 2256 Wyong, NSW, AU, 2259

Req ID: 77781

• Temporary full-time opportunity - 2 years
• Role based in Lismore (other locations in NSW negotiable), with flexible/hybrid working environment.
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $129,464 to $142,665 + super

About the role

The NSW Reconstruction Authority is seeking a highly capable Senior Project Manager to join our Reconstruction Delivery team, supporting technical assurance across infrastructure recovery and improvement programs. These programs focus on repairing, restoring, and upgrading public and community assets affected by natural disasters.

You will provide expert advice, technical oversight, monitoring project performance, and engaging with stakeholders to ensure all funded initiatives meet program goals and contractual commitments. The role is designed for someone with deep project delivery experience - ideally in infrastructure reconstruction, who can critically assess project viability, identify risks, and guide stakeholders towards successful outcomes.

• Review grantee documentation (e.g. progress reports, milestone claims, variations) to ensure compliance with funding agreements, program guidelines and quality standards.
• Conduct site visits and assurance audits to verify actual progress and support accurate performance reporting.
• Monitor and report on project delivery, financials, and community outcomes using established tools.
• Critically assess project viability and risks, advising on necessary course corrections or escalations.
• Support development and implementation of assurance frameworks and drive continuous improvement across recovery programs.
• Advise stakeholders on compliance, risk, procurement, and alignment with government policies.
• Engage in governance forums and stakeholder meetings to support informed decision-making and contribute to strategic planning.
• Contribute to audits, evaluations, and briefings with data-driven insights and recommendations.

About You

You are a highly autonomous and accountable professional who consistently delivers quality work on time. You manage your own workload and that of any supervised staff, offering strategic advice and contributing to planning, systems and frameworks. You are confident in making independent decisions and thrive in a dynamic environment where your judgement and delivery experience are valued.

You bring a proven track record in delivering complex infrastructure projects or programs, equipping you to identify risks, assess viability and drive successful outcomes. You are comfortable engaging with stakeholders at all levels and translating technical insights into strategic advice.

Experience in local or state government and infrastructure reconstruction is advantageous.

Essential Requirements:

• Qualifications in engineering, construction management, project management, contract management, strategic commissioning or related field, or equivalent knowledge and experience.
• An ability and willingness to travel within NSW and support other operational roles during disasters, emergencies and other events, consistent with skills, background and personal circumstances.
• Valid driver's licence

For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Project Manager - Reconstruction Assurance

About the Agency

The NSW Reconstruction Authority is a statutory corporation and executive agency of the Premier's Department. We improve how NSW plans for disasters and ensure that we recover from them faster.

Our work spans critical planning and preparation with communities, businesses and government. When disaster does strike, we will get recovery started swiftly and coordinate reconstruction efforts across agencies, communities and other stakeholders.

Joining our team with a rewarding job in a community-driven agency is just the start. The RA also offers:

• Flexible working practices
• Contemporary workspaces and technology
• Access to learning and development opportunities
• Employee assistance and wellbeing program (with a cool app)
• Workforce that values inclusion
• Competitive pay and conditions
• Fitness Passport with a choice of 200+ gyms and pools across NSW

To Apply

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close 1 December 2025 at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Kyle Sherry, Manager Reconstruction Delivery via or on

Our Commitment

Great people come from all walks of life. At NSW Reconstruction Authority we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible environment which reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote gender diversity in our workplaces, the employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and the employment of people with a disability, veterans and other diverse communities. We welcome and encourage applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background or sexual orientation.

Additional Information

The recruitment process may include a range of assessments including interview, psychometric assessments, work sample activities and pre-employment checks as required.

Looking for more information or assistance with applying?

We encourage and support applications from people with a disability. If you require an adjustment to the recruitment process to help you perform at your best (including information in an alternate format or an alternate method of submission of the application) please contact the Talent Team via or and reference the Job Title and Reference Number for the role in which you are requesting the adjustment.

Recruitment Pool

A recruitment pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that become available over the next 18 months.