Job Description

Shape your world, leading landmark property projects for the people of NSW

• Lead significant government property development, advisory and transaction projects
• Temporary full-time opportunity (up to 12 months), with the possibility for ongoing.
• Newcastle location other NSW regional locations considered
• with flexible working supported
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $154,231 to $178,369 + super

In this role you will

Join Property & Development NSW and help unlock value from some of the state's most significant property assets and portfolios. You'll lead complex development, transaction and advisory projects that deliver positive social, economic and environmental outcomes for the people of NSW. Working across government, you'll partner with senior stakeholders, clients and industry experts to identify opportunities, solve complex challenges and drive projects from strategy through to delivery.

Read the role description for more detail: Senior Development Manager PDNSW Clk Gde 11-12 RD 11052026.docx

About you

• Proven experience leading complex property development and or construction projects,
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Strong strategic thinking, project leadership and problem-solving capability.

Essential

• Tertiary qualifications in a business, property and construction management related discipline or equivalent experience.

About us

At the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI), you could shape your world while helping us shape the future of NSW. Together, we create vibrant communities, places and precincts, and manage land, assets and property.

Join our team and shape your world in a workplace that empowers you to do your best work and build a meaningful career. In this role, you’ll help shape lives and communities across NSW while growing your own career, supported by flexible work options, impactful projects and a collaborative, diverse team. As a high-performing and inclusive organisation that reflects the communities we serve, we value your lived experience and cultural knowledge, and we are committed to helping you thrive through flexible arrangements, workplace adjustments and a culture where everyone feels supported, connected and belongs.

Apply now

Apply today with your CV and cover letter. Applications close 11.50pm Tuesday 21 July 2026 For more information contact Mark Everett on email mark.everett@dphi.nsw.gov.au

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

Check out our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for the role or contact our Aboriginal Career Pathways team for a yarn.

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team via talent.acquisition@dpie.nsw.gov.au or (02) 63637676​ - HR Support, option 2, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment. This role is subject to standard pre-employment checks, including a criminal record check.