Project Manager

Location: Parramatta
Duration: ASAP start to December 2025
Rate: $900 - $1000 per day + super

About the Opportunity

A leading public sector organisation is seeking an experienced Project Development Manager to support the early-stage planning and development of strategic road infrastructure projects. This role is responsible for shaping and progressing transport outcomes that balance multiple technical, stakeholder, and community needs.

Working in a collaborative and fast-paced environment, the successful candidate will contribute to the preparation of reports, strategic presentations, and documentation that inform investment decisions and guide the future transport network.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the development of early-stage road infrastructure projects from concept through to feasibility.

• Prepare clear, concise, and compelling reports and presentations for senior stakeholders and executive review.

• Engage with technical subject matter experts (SMEs), policy and planning teams, and communications stakeholders to align project objectives.

• Apply sound judgement to resolve technical challenges and adapt to an evolving organisational and project environment.

• Ensure all deliverables support broader transport and planning strategies and meet governance and compliance requirements.

Key Requirements

• Demonstrated experience working on road infrastructure or transport development projects.

• Strong capability in producing well-structured reports and presentations that translate complex technical content into clear recommendations.

• Proven ability to balance competing project needs, engage with a wide range of stakeholders, and manage ambiguity.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships at multiple levels.

• Familiarity with public sector processes, infrastructure project planning, and government investment frameworks (preferred but not essential).