About The Project
The Thornton Road Network project is a major project for Council, with new and upgraded traffic facilities including roads, bridges and intersections, all planned to reduce pressure and road capacity issues on existing local and state road networks.
About the Opportunity
As the Senior Project Manager - Major Projects you will lead the successful design development of the Thornton Road Project.
In this role you will undertake the project management, procurement, and approval processes to ensure the Thornton Road Project is construction ready.
A key requirement of your role will include managing contracts, preparing and coordinating land acquisitions and re-zonings, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and specifications and managing environmental approvals. You will lead the design constructability and coordination and oversee budgets and financial reporting for the design phase of the project.
About You
To be successful in this role you will have degree qualifications in Civil Engineering, or a relevant discipline.
Extensive experience in project management of the design of roads, intersections, drainage systems, traffic facilities and civil infrastructure will be critical to success in this role. As is the below experience:
- Experience working with Transport for NSW
- Ability to lead and mentor design teams
- Ability to manage external road design consultants, including procurement and contract management.
- Strong knowledge of Austroads geometric design, pavement design and stormwater design.
Benefits
This position is being offered as a temporary two-year term contract, working 35 hours per week, with a competitive salary package on offer.
Council also offers a range of other benefits for its employees including:
- Flexible work
- 3 weeks personal leave
- Paid Parental Leave
- Access to our Healthy Employee Program (HEP): including reduced gym memberships and subsidies for programs that improve health and wellbeing
Questions?
If after reading the role charter you have any questions, contact Stephen Smith, Manager Asset Strategy and Engineering, on 0456 354 117.
To Apply
To apply for this opportunity, please click 'Apply Now' and submit your resume and cover letter.
Applications close: Monday 26 January 2026
What happens next?
Once applications close, we will review all candidates' details against the role requirements and will be back in touch with you to advise the status of your application.
Please note, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates will be required to undertake a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol testing). Council also completes a range of other pre-employment checks which may include reference checks, psychometric testing or a criminal history check. For more information about the recruitment process, visit the "Jobs at Council" page on our website
Only candidates with current Australian work rights (Australian citizens, permanent residents, NZ citizens with a current passport, valid work visa) will be considered.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Maitland City Council is dedicated to providing a workplace that is inclusive and supportive and is reflective of the diverse community we serve. We support equal opportunities for all employees, and encourage applications from people from all cultures, nationalities, identities, and abilities. We believe all employees have the right to feel valued, respected and heard. If you have any special considerations or accessibility requirements, please let us know in the recruitment process how we are able to meet your needs.
If you require special assistance, or have any questions about the recruitment process please contact us for a confidential conversation (Recruitment@maitland.nsw.gov.au)
