Development Manager

Shape your world in the team that shapes NSW communities spaces and economies

• Temporary to August 2027 full-time opportunitywith possibility of ongoing
• Orange location with flexible working supported
• Salary relative to experience and ranges from $129464 to $142665 super

Join our team and shape your world in a workplace that empowers you to do your best work and build a meaningful this role you will contribute to shaping lives and communities across NSW while shaping your own career. You will enjoy flexible work options varied and impactful projects and a vibrant diverse team culture built on collaboration inclusion and support. We are creating a workplace where everyone belongs and where you can balance work life and wellbeing.

The role

The Development Manager manages and delivers development advisory and transaction projects for government property assets and portfolios specifically for the purpose of workplace accommodation. This includes managing complex projects that require creative problem-solving and collaboration with diverse stakeholders to achieve commercial social and community benefits.

Youll bring your expertise to guide projects through feasibility strategy stakeholder consultation and delivery stages. Whether its rezoning remediation development or divestment your work will directly support government priorities and contribute to a more connected sustainable and liveable NSW.

For more information about this position read the full Role Description:Development ManagerDevelopment Manager PWD PDNSW Clk Gde 9-10 RD (6).docx

What you will bring to the role

• Strong project management skills across complex property planning procurement workplace design and construction with a proven ability to deliver outcomes in high-pressure and changing contexts.
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills to influence stakeholders and manage competing priorities across legal political and community interfaces.
• A collaborative and strategic mindset backed by sound commercial acumen and a drive to identify opportunities and solutions across a diverse property portfolio.

What is an essential requirement:

Tertiary qualifications in property and development management construction project management or equivalent professional 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.

We are a high-performing organisation that proudly reflects the communities we serve. Our diversity strengthens our cultural capability and enables us to make a meaningful difference in the lives of people across NSW. As an inclusive and accessible workplace we value your contribution lived experience and cultural knowledge and we want you to feel supported connected and empowered to succeed. With flexible work arrangements job share options workplace adjustments and various employee affinity groups we are here to help you thrive every day.

Join us

Shape your world in a place where youre valued included and heard. Apply now with your CV and cover letter. Applications close 11.50pm Monday 6 July 2026. Should you require further information about the role please contact Mark Everett Senior Development Manager at .

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 ourAboriginal applicants guideto assist with applying for the role or contact ourAboriginal Career pathwaysteam 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 or (02) - 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 role is subject to standard pre-employment checks including a criminal record check.