Lead Project Manager/Engineer
About this role
You may have been part of some big projects before, but this work is legacy-building.
You have the opportunity to gain a wealth of expertise and a diverse range of skills, providing insight and knowledge without losing sight of your work-life balance or wellbeing.
In this role, you'll:
A key member of the Roads and Active Projects team, you'll lead the delivery of complex and high-profile (Road and/or Active Transport) infrastructure projects that connect communities, improve customer journeys and help shape the future of NSW.
Your challenge will be to navigate the full project lifecycle, from planning and design through to procurement, contract management and delivery, ensuring projects achieve their safety, quality, budget and schedule objectives while creating lasting community value.
You will lead and empower multidisciplinary teams delivering complex infrastructure projects, providing strategic direction, mentoring project professionals and fostering a culture of safety, innovation and delivery excellence.
Your ability to influence senior stakeholders, navigate competing priorities and unite diverse project teams will see you successfully deliver major infrastructure outcomes that create lasting value for communities across NSW.
You can be based at our office in Dubbo, Wagga Wagga, Parkes, Narrabri, Moree (or other Hub West Offices)
For more information on this position and business unit, view the role description and information pack.
About you
Demonstrates strong project leadership capability, with experience guiding project teams, coordinators and contractors across multiple project stages.
Brings sound judgement and advanced problem solving skills, particularly in navigating complex technical, statutory or compliance related issues.
Possesses solid (Road and/or Active Transport) infrastructure understanding, including working within regulatory, planning or statutory frameworks.
Experienced in procurement, contract management, design coordination, project development or delivery within infrastructure or related fields.
An effective communicator, confident presenting complex and persuasive information clearly and concisely to diverse audiences using a range of styles and form.
A four-year civil engineering degree from an Australian university or an equivalent overseas qualification acceptable for professional recognition within Australia.
Hold a current and valid Australian motor vehicle driver licence and is willing to work outside normal working hours and travel on occasion.
Who we are
Transport for NSW provides a safe, integrated, and efficient transport system. We connect people, communities and industry every day.
Join us
Our workforce is as diverse as the community we serve. If you’d like further information on our inclusion and diversity initiatives, visit Transport careers.
Apply today
Applications close 11:59 PM Monday, 31 August 2026.
For more information about this role, please contact [email protected].
Aboriginal people and people living with disability are supported throughout the recruitment process and at work, and we encourage you to apply. Visit Supporting Aboriginal People or Supporting People with Disability for more information or speak to your talent team member to arrange any adjustments to how you interact with us.
Learn more about how to apply via Our recruitment process | Transport for NSW
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Company at a glance
We’re an innovative NSW government organisation comprised of a network of agencies and divisions that keep the state moving. Our focus is on delivering safe, reliable and integrated transport networks for everyone.
With over 28,000 team members, we’re committed to inclusion, diversity, and opportunities across metro and regional areas. Join us in shaping a transport network that meets the needs of customers now and into the future.
Right now, we’re focused on making transport fairer and safer for everyone and delivering a more resilient and reliable network. It is all with the view of continually creating better passenger journeys and safer travel for the people using our networks. This also means meaningful employment opportunities across metropolitan and regional areas, with careers in engineering, technology, safety, design, planning, maintenance and frontline jobs delivering services to our passengers.
We’re not just about what we do, but how we do it. Our culture embraces innovation, diversity, and collaboration, ensuring our people thrive while making a lasting impact.
The road ahead is full of opportunity - join us in building the future of transport in NSW.
Top Benefits
- Flexible work options
- Work-life balance
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