Directorate: Engineering & Operators
Team: Capital Works
Employment Status: Full-time Term Contract – Up to 2 years ending 15 October 2027
Employment Arrangement: 35 hours per week with access to Council’s Agile Work Policy
Salary Range:
- Base Salary: Salary Range from $120,939.00 - $132,684.00 (Grade 21, Step 1 to step 4) per annum
- Plus: 12% superannuation
- Total Package: Salary range from $135,451.00 to $148,905.00.
The successful candidate will have access to step increases for the grade based on competency assessment and tenure within this position.
About Strathfield Council
Strathfield Council is a dynamic, medium-sized Council located in Sydney’s Inner West. Covering an area of approximately 14 square kilometres, we proudly serve a vibrant and growing community of around 46,000 residents, with population projections set to exceed 60,000 by 2041.
We are committed to delivering high-quality services, driving community initiatives, and building a thriving, sustainable future for our residents.
The Opportunity
Strathfield Council is seeking a motivated Project Manager to join our team.
In this role, you will lead the delivery of a variety of capital works projects including roads, parks, footpaths, and community infrastructure ensuring each is completed safely, on time, and within budget. You’ll coordinate project planning, design, procurement, and construction, working closely with internal teams, contractors, and the community.
This is great opportunity to apply your project management and stakeholder engagement skills in a supportive, collaborative environment where your work directly contributes to shaping Strathfield’s growing and vibrant community.
Essential Requirements
- Tertiary qualification in project management and/or relevant degree
- Current NSW Class C Driver Licence
- Demonstrated, successful experience in the project management and delivery of Capital Works infrastructure improvement projects, with extensive project experience
- Skills in managing time, setting priorities, and planning and organising own work in relation to the supervision of construction works so as to achieve objectives efficiently
- An understanding of Australian standards, codes of practices and relevant legislation
- Well-developed verbal and written communication skills including the ability to write reports and prepare external correspondence as necessary
- Physical ability to enable mobility around construction sites
- Knowledge of best practice contracting and tendering practices
- Demonstrated, successful experience in the application of contracts and in the supervision of contract including contract documentation and preparation, payment approvals, financial management and performance monitoring
- Ability to manage, supervise and provide clear direction and instruction to consultants and contractors
- Competency in the use of Microsoft Office suite software and other specialised computer software and application including Microsoft Project or equivalent
- Demonstrated ability to work successfully with public and services authorities
- Sound leadership and motivational skills.
Desirable
- Experience in Local Government Environment
Why Work With Us
At Strathfield Council, you will enjoy a supportive workplace that values balance, growth, and wellbeing. Benefits include:
- Flexible work arrangements through our Agile Work Policy
- 35-hour working week with options for a compressed four-day week
- Generous learning and development opportunities
- Complimentary Employee Assistance Program
- Access to the Fitness Passport Program
- Health & Wellbeing Reimbursement Program
- Regular staff engagement events, including quarterly Roadshow lunches.
Click here for more details about our staff benefits and Click here to view Council’s Agile Work Policy.
Position Description
Click here to review the full position description for this role.
How to Apply
To submit your application online:
- Complete your details and answer the application questions.
- Attach the following documents in PDF format:
- Cover letter addressing the selection criteria
- Current resume
For questions about the role, please contact our People & Culture team at peopleandculture@strathfield.nsw.gov.au .
Applications close at 11:59pm on Friday 14 November 2025.