52633, Several

Closes: 26 November 2026

Classification: Infrastructure Officer 5
Salary: $178,704 plus superannuation
Position No: 52633, Several
Directorate: Suburban Land Agency
Advertised (Gazettal date): 12 November 2026
Contact Officer: Petra Oswald or Julia Forner on Petra.Oswald@act.gov.au or Julia.Forner@act.gov.au or (02) 6205 8665 or (02) 6207 7096

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Details: Place Delivery Groups is seeking experienced and adaptable Senior Development Managers to lead a portfolio in Built Form and/or Urban development or Molonglo Town Centre projects.

Several positions are available and we are seeking collaborative leaders who are passionate about complex land and program management delivery aligning to SLA’s strategies, thrives in a dynamic environment working on complex programs. You will need to be agile and work flexibly across projects and teams as business priorities evolve and have proven skills to lead and grow individuals and teams

About the Role

You will:

• Lead the delivery of complex-built form and land development projects from planning through to completion.
• Drive strong commercial, environmental and community outcomes.
• Provide strategic advice to executives and governance bodies.
• Experienced in contract and procurement process.
• Manage project governance, risk, reporting and stakeholder engagement.
• Build productive relationships across government, industry and community sectors.
• Lead, develop and grow individuals and multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality outcomes.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking someone who:

• Is passionate about city-making and creating great places for communities.
• Is agile, adaptable and comfortable working across different projects and teams, a team player
• Demonstrates strong leadership, management, collaboration and stakeholder management skills.
• Has experience delivering complex planning, development, built form or infrastructure projects.
• Can balance strategic thinking with practical delivery and commercial outcomes.
• Is accountable, able to identify risks and escalate with solutions in mind.

Why Join PDG?

You'll have the opportunity to work on city-shaping projects, collaborate with talented professionals, and contribute to outcomes that make a lasting difference to our communities.

If you're a passionate, collaborative leader who enjoys working across diverse projects and delivering results, we'd love to hear from you.

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people with diverse thoughts, lived experience, and perspectives can thrive and contribute their unique talents to the ACTPS and ACT community. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, younger and older workers, and people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities to apply.

Eligibility/Other requirements: This position requires the occupant to hold recognised qualifications and/or experience in one or more of the following fields:

• Engineering—a four-year degree or higher qualification accredited by Engineers Australia or Professionals Australia for recognition as a Professional Engineer (including recognition of equivalent overseas engineering qualifications) and a minimum of 10 years’ relevant experience in engineering.
• Architecture—a three-year degree or higher qualification accredited by an Australian state or territory architecture authority for recognition as a Professional Architect (including recognition of equivalent overseas qualifications) and a minimum of 10 years’ relevant experience in architecture.
• Project Management—
  • A Diploma in Project Management accredited by an Australian state or territory tertiary education institution (or an equivalent overseas qualification that is eligible for reciprocal recognition in Australia) and a minimum of 10 years’ relevant experience in project management, or
  • Certification by a professional body, such as the Australian Institute of Project Management (AIPM), to the level of Certified Practicing Project Director (CPPD) or Certified Practicing Portfolio Executive (CPPE), in addition to a relevant degree or higher qualification issued by an Australian state or territory tertiary education institution (or an equivalent overseas qualification that is eligible for reciprocal recognition in Australia) and a minimum of 10 years’ relevant experience in project management, or
  • At least 10 years’ relevant experience in project management.

Notes: Selection may be based on application and referee reports only.  A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months. Thisposition will be moving to a new workplace designed for activity-based working (ABW). Under ABW arrangements, officers will not have a designated workstation/desk.

How to Apply: Applicants should provide a pitch of not more than two A4 pages, outlining your skills and experience relevant to the role based on the Position Description.  A copy of a current curriculum vitae and the contact details of at least two referees are to be provided.

Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now button below.

Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service.

The ACT public service is committed to closing the gap, underpinned by the belief that when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have a genuine say in the design and delivery of policies, programs and services that affect them, better life outcomes are achieved. More information can be found here ACT Closing the Gap Implementation Plan - ACT Government Transparency Portal.

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