Classification: Infrastructure Manager/Specialist 1
Salary: $191,177 plus superannuation
Position No: 66498
Directorate: Suburban Land Agency
Advertised (Gazettal date): 13 July 2026
Contact Officer: Nick Vithalis on [email protected] or 0431 270 791
Details: Help shape Canberra’s future by managing land development and urban renewal projects that support the Territory’s housing, economic and community objectives.
The Suburban Land Agency (SLA) is seeking an experienced and motivated development professional to join our Land Supply team as a Senior Project Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to manage and drive outcomes across a portfolio of land development and urban renewal projects, progressing opportunities through feasibility, due diligence, planning and development readiness for transition to SLA’s Place Delivery Group.
Working in a dynamic and evolving environment, you will collaborate with project teams, technical specialists, consultants, government agencies and community engagement partners to investigate development opportunities, coordinate multidisciplinary inputs, manage project risks and contribute to high-quality planning, strategic and advisory outcomes. You will play an important role in supporting evidence-based decision-making and ensuring projects are well-governed, strategically aligned and positioned to deliver long-term benefits for Canberra.
We are looking for a collaborative and capable project manager with experience in urban development, planning, feasibility, project coordination or land development delivery. You will be confident working across complex stakeholder environments, managing consultants and contractors, preparing high-quality reports and briefs, and contributing to practical solutions that balance community needs, Government priorities and project outcomes.
If you are passionate about creating great places, working collaboratively across Government and contributing to the future development of Canberra, we encourage you to apply.
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: Positions classified as an Infrastructure Manager/Specialist require the occupant to hold recognised qualifications and/or experience in one or more of the following fields:
1. 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 ten years relevant experience in Engineering; or
2. 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 ten years relevant experience in Architecture; or
3. Project Management – either:
a. 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 ten years relevant experience in project management; or
b. 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 ten years relevant experience in project management; or
c. have at least 10 years relevant experience in project management, as described in the work levels.
Note: This is a temporary position available 8 September 2026 for a period of seven months with the possibility of extension up to 12 months and/or permanency. A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months. Selection may be based on application and referee reports only.
How to Apply: Applicants should submit:
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A supporting statement, addressing the Professional/Technical Skills and the Behavioural Capabilities of not more than two A4 pages outlining your skills and experience relevant to the role.
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A copy of a current curriculum vitae and the contact details of at least two referees are to be provided.
Applications should be submitted .
Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service.
Where an offer of employment is for a fixed-term period, any related temporary contracts within the Territory will be issued in compliance with the requirements and applicable exceptions outlined in the Fair Work Act.
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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This is a temporary position available 8 September 2026 for a period of seven months with the possibility of extension up to 12 months and/or permanency.
