Senior Urban Design Manager

Top Details Paying between $85-100ph + super Contract role until 24th April 2026 with possible extension Parramatta location with WFH flexibility 35 hours per week, 7 hours per day About the Role Our client is a well‑known NSW State government agency that manages and advocates for Sydney’s parklands to ensure they are safe, accessible, and inclusive for everyone. They are currently seeking an experienced Senior Urban Design Manager / Project Manager to join their team in Parramatta on a contract basis until 24th April 2026. Candidates for this role must have experience at a senior level in project investigations and planning, specifying works, tendering projects, assessing tenders, managing consultants and contractors, developing and implementing project management plans, budget management and commissioning project works. Experience as a designer in the design and documentation of projects, in a relevant design discipline (including graphic skills), is highly desirable. The role is responsible for the design and delivery of context‑specific projects which involve architecture, landscape architecture, active transport, urban design, environment, civil engineering, and heritage. Projects range from strategic master planning to detailed documentation and construction across a broad spectrum of parklands with diverse community, cultural heritage, and environmental needs. This role will manage projects across the lifecycle from ideation to completion, focusing on design management and client‑side project management. Key Responsibilities Project Initiation and Procurement – develop projects from ideation to detailed briefs and manage the procurement of consultants and contractors following government policies. Project Management and Delivery – manage, monitor and deliver projects to meet agreed objectives, designs, budgets, programmes and risk parameters. Stakeholder Approvals and Coordination – obtain all necessary approvals by engaging with stakeholders, government agencies and utility providers. Design Advocacy and Quality – advocate for high‑quality design outcomes throughout project delivery and when advising other project teams. Team and Governance Management – manage project teams and ensure strict compliance with internal governance and quality requirements to achieve milestones. Relationship and Community Engagement – foster and manage relationships with community members, interest groups, stakeholders and internal staff to ensure coordinated project development and delivery. Communication, Advice and Continuous Improvement – provide timely advice and information to stakeholders on emerging issues, and contribute to organisational improvements, risk management and safety standards. About You You will be an experienced Design & Project Manager with proven experience and reliability in previous roles. The Successful Candidate Will Possess Experience at a senior level in project investigations and planning, specifying works, tendering projects, assessing tenders, managing consultants and contractors, developing and implementing project management plans, budget management and commissioning project works. Experience as a designer in the design and documentation of projects, in a relevant design discipline (including graphic skills), is highly desirable. Tertiary qualifications in one or more of the following: Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Project Management, Urban Design and/or Civil Engineering. Current Australian driver’s license and ability to travel to and attend work at any site within the GSP portfolio. Ability to work outside of normal working hours and on weekends if required. What’s in it for You? Access to our benefits platforms offering discounts at a range of huge retailers. 3 × pay runs per week ensuring you are always paid within the week. Exclusive access to roles before we go to market. Access to our employee assistance program services, including counselling services. If this is of interest, please send your CV along with a cover letter to At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background. #J-18808-Ljbffr