About Us

Located in the beautiful Central West of NSW, just 3½ hours from Sydney, Orange offers the perfect blend of city convenience and regional charm. With award-winning restaurants, wineries, and a thriving arts and cultural scene, you’ll enjoy the best of both worlds.

Orange City Council is committed to making a positive contribution to both our region and our local community. We take pride in being both for and part of the Orange community.

About the Role

The Senior Project Manager is responsible for the delivery of complex projects and providing senior leadership, governance oversight and assurance across Council’s project portfolio including, mentoring and technical oversight to the Project team.

We are looking for someone with:

• Extensive experience in project delivery and contract management
• Degree in Civil Engineering, or a relevant Degree in a related field

• Diploma in Project Management or tertiary qualifications in Project Management leading to registration as a Certified Practising Project Practitioner (CPPP) with the Australian Institute of Project Management (AIPM)
• Outstanding communication and relationship-building skills to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Experience in budget management, tenders, and contracts.

What’s on Offer 

• Fixed Term Contract – 12 months– Full time, 35 hours per week with flexible work options

• Culture – Supportive, safe, diverse and inclusive work environment
• Career – Access to learning and growth opportunities
• Wellbeing - Access to Council’s employee assistance program, fitness passport and health and wellbeing programmes
• Salary – $107,857.99 - $117,565.24 + 3.5% engineering civil liability (if applicable) plus superannuation

Ready to Apply?

Submit your resume and a short statement telling us why you’re the perfect fit!
Applications close: Sunday, 19 April 2026.

For more details, check out the full Position Description (this link will only work when viewing on Council’s website www.orange.nsw.gov.au/jobs) or contact Simon Davies, Manager – Project Management Office, on 02 6393 8169.

Please note: Where additional candidates are found suitable from this round of recruitment a talent list or pool may be created for filling any similar temporary roles that may become vacant over the next twelve months