Senior Project Manager, Reconstruction

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Senior Project Manager, Reconstruction

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NSW Reconstruction Authority .

Position: 2 × Ongoing, full‑time roles within the Reconstruction Division. Location: Lismore (other NSW locations negotiable). Salary: Clerk Grade 9/10 ($129,464 – $142,665 per annum) plus employer superannuation and annual leave loading.

Are you ready to lead critical infrastructure projects that help communities recover from disasters and build a safer future? We are seeking experienced project delivery leaders to manage high‑priority, complex reconstruction projects across NSW. If you have a proven track record in delivering multifaceted infrastructure projects or programs, excel at leading teams and coordinating stakeholders, and are passionate about community recovery, this is a great opportunity to grow your career while making a positive impact.

About The Role As a Senior Project Manager in our Reconstruction Delivery team, you will own the end‑to‑end delivery of multiple infrastructure projects, ensuring they are completed on time, on budget, and to high quality standards. Working on the client side, you will coordinate across local councils, contractors, NSW government agencies and community groups to turn recovery plans into reality. Your remit will span project initiation through to handover and evaluation, with a strong focus on governance, risk management and results.

Key Responsibilities

Manage end‑to‑end project planning, development, and implementation across multiple high‑value initiatives.

Develop project plans, manage budgets and resources, and monitor delivery against time, cost, and quality benchmarks.

Establish and maintain productive stakeholder relationships through effective communication and negotiation.

Monitor risks, benefits realisation, and project quality to ensure successful outcomes and continuous improvement.

Lead project teams with a strong focus on governance, compliance, and milestone achievement.

Provide technical and strategic advice and evidence‑based recommendations to inform decisions and resolve emerging issues.

About You You are a strategic thinker and hands‑on leader with a strong record of delivering complex projects in challenging, fast‑paced environments. You take initiative and are comfortable managing multiple moving parts simultaneously. Your background likely includes civil infrastructure or construction project management, and possibly program management, giving you insight into coordinating interdependent projects and navigating technical challenges.

Proven experience managing multiple projects within a complex and fast‑paced environment. Disaster recovery or government programmes experience is valued.

Skilled in project and program management, with the ability to implement structured methodologies yet remain adaptable to changing needs.

Confident in engaging diverse stakeholders and facilitating collaboration across teams.

Open to learning, process improvement, and committed to delivering with precision and attention to detail.

Essential Requirements

Tertiary qualification in engineering, construction management, project management or a related field, and/or relevant knowledge and experience.

Willingness to travel within NSW occasionally to visit project sites and meet regional stakeholders.

A current drivers licence.

Benefits

Flexible working practices.

Contemporary workspaces and technology.

Access to learning and development opportunities.

Employee assistance and wellbeing programme.

Inclusive workforce.

Competitive pay and conditions.

Fitness Passport with a choice of 200+ gyms and pools across NSW.

To Apply We look forward to receiving your application, including a resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role, detailing your relevant knowledge, skills and experience.

Applications close 1 December 2025 11:59 pm.

For more information about the role please contact Kyle Sherry, Manager Reconstruction Delivery via kyle.sherry@reconstruction.nsw.gov.au or 0461 373 819.

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, employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people with a disability, veterans and other diverse communities.

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.

Seniority level Mid‑Senior level

Employment type Full‑time

Job function Project Management and Information Technology

Industry Government Administration

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