Ku-ring-gai Council

Infrastructure Delivery Manager – Programs

Infrastructure Delivery Manager – Programs

• Salary $109,513.56to $127,034.96p/a + super
• Permanent full time position – 35 hours per week
• Access to private use of a vehicle through Council’s Private Leaseback Scheme
• Access to Flex Leave

About Ku-ring-gai Council

Ku-ring-gai is one of Sydney’s most beautiful and environmentally rich areas, located just 16km north of the CBD.

With a mix of vibrant town centres, leafy residential areas, heritage precincts, and natural bushland, we are a local government area committed to balancing growth with sustainability, character and community values.

About the role

As Infrastructure Delivery Manager – Programs, you will manage a diverse portfolio of works across all phases of the project lifecycle, from initiation and design coordination through to construction, commissioning, and final handover. Acting as a key interface between Council, contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders, you will ensure strong governance, transparent reporting, and the delivery of high-quality infrastructure outcomes for the community.

Your duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Support the delivery of Council’s capital works program
• Manage end-to-end project and contract delivery across the project lifecycle
• Oversee procurement, tendering processes and contractor performance
• Monitor and control budgets, forecasting and program reporting
• Ensure compliance with WHS, environmental, legislative and technical standards
• Engage stakeholders and support effective asset handover and outcomes

Qualifications, Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management or related field, OR demonstrated equivalent experience with ongoing professional development
• Current Class C Driver’s Licence and White Card required
• Demonstrated experience delivering capital works projects or programs within a local government environment
• Proven experience managing end-to-end project delivery, including contract administration, project supervision, and contractor/consultant performance management
• Experience preparing estimates, developing specifications, and managing tender and EOI processes in accordance with procurement frameworks and legislation.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare and manage budgets, oversee project financials, and produce clear project, progress, and Council reports.
• Sound understanding of relevant legislation, standards and codes, with strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, and ability to work effectively in multi-disciplinary teams.

Benefits

• 35 hour working week
• Eligiblity to participate in Council’s flexible work scheme (flex leave)
• Access to private use of a vehicle through Council’s Private Leaseback Scheme
• Access to Fitness Passport
• Up to $100 Health & Fitness yearly reimbursement (conditional)
• Opportunity to purchase up to 2 weeks additional annual leave per calendar year
• Free confidential Employee Assistance Program
• Beautiful Ku-ring-gai Location
• Supportive team environment
• Access to a wide range of development and training opportunities

For more information on the benefits offered at Ku-ring-gai Council, please refer to our websiteclick here.

* Council has a Flex Leave Policy that effectively provides staff with a 9-day fortnight or 19-day month, depending on the extra hours worked

How to apply

Applicants are required to address all Essential Criteria as listed within thePosition Descriptionto be eligible for an interview.

Like to know more?Contact Jake Frei on 02 9424 0163

Closes:11:30pm, Wednesday 15 July 2026

Ku-ring-gai Council is an equal opportunity employer