About the position

The Project Manager - Property & Building Services will be responsible for recurrent project management and delivery of building works. This includes coordination of project inception, investigation, design and construction, or individual elements of these depending on workload and availability of other internal and external resources.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver major projects within agreed budgets and timeframes and ensure the development of effective project plans and monitor regularly.
• Assess feasibility of significant infrastructure development or asset management projects and to develop innovative solutions for successful project delivery.
• Coordinate the investigation, design and construction of new and replacement infrastructure assets through ensuring asset information, works as executed plans, and operating procedures are appropriately recorded and disseminated to the organisation.
• Prepare briefs and engage and manage suitably qualified and experienced internal and external consultants and contractors.
• Organise tender documentation, quotations, and contract documentation to meet project and service objectives, within agreed quality, cost and time requirements.

Read the Position Description and learn more about this exciting opportunity. Be advised, this role is referred to as the Project Manager - Property & Building Services within Council.

About you

• Tertiary Qualifications (Degree) in Engineering or Project Management equivalent and/or equivalent work experience.
• Skills and experience in the use of MS Project or equivalent
• Class C Drivers Licence;
• Working knowledge of the relevant and applicable NSW legislation; e.g. tendering regulations in the NSW Local Government Act; EP&A Act; Heritage Conservation; and Building Code of Australia (desirable)
• Advanced working knowledge of Aus-Spec and RMS design and construction specifications

What we offer

• Temporary full time, 35 hours per week Term Contract up until 30 June 2026 with an hourly rate from $58.1200 to $65.3017 per hour (depending on qualifications, skills and experience) plus 12% superannuation; OR
• Casual with an hourly rate from $72.6525 to $81.6271 per hour (depending on qualifications, skills and experience) plus 12% superannuation
• Training Courses + Professional Development
• Flexible work arrangements with access to Indoor Accrued Time (Flexi) OR Access to 9 day Fortnight system
• 40% discount on yearly Aquatic and Fitness Centre membership for staff and families at local facility (conditions apply)
• Access to EAP program for employees and their immediate family

About Muswellbrook

Muswellbrook Shire Council is a progressive local government area, located under two hours from Newcastle and Tamworth and three hours from Sydney, in the beautiful Upper Hunter Valley.

The Shire has a long history in energy generation and is one of the largest coal mining areas in Australia. As we move towards a Net Zero economy, we are at the centre of renewable energy transition and innovation.

Working at Muswellbrook Shire Council, you will be part of driving change to create a bright and prosperous future for our community, in a location which has plentiful opportunities and an enviable lifestyle.

It is a great place to grow your career and be part of something bigger – we have space for you.

Further information and to apply

• For more information on this position please contact the hiring manager Paul Chandler, Project Manager on (02) 6549 3759.
• If you need assistance or an adjustment when submitting your application please contact Human Resources on (02) 6549 3700 or via email [email protected].
• To complete your online application, you will be asked to upload a copy of your resume and provide responses to questions which are based on the criteria listed in the Position Description. Please keep your responses concise. Any incomplete applications will not be considered past the closure date.
• Please note that as part of Muswellbrook shire Council's recruitment process, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates may be subject to a medical assessment which may include alcohol and other drugs testing.
• Applications close on 15 August 2025 at 11:59pm.

The Welcome Experience

The Welcome Experience in Muswellbrook connects you and your family with local people and local resources to help you settle in and feel at home in your new community faster. Learn more at The Welcome Experience : Muswellbrook Shire Council (nsw.gov.au)

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