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

• Temporary to August 2027 full-time opportunity with possibility of ongoing
• Orange location with flexible working supported
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $129,464 to $142,665 + super

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 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.

You'll bring your expertise to guide projects through feasibility, strategy, stakeholder consultation, and delivery stages. Whether it's 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 Manager  Development Manager PWD PDNSW Clk Gde 9-10 RD 11052026 (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 you're 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 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.