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Lead Specialist Project Development
Organisation/Entity: Transport For NSW
Job category: Projects
Job location: Sydney, NSW, AU, 2000
Job reference number: 105526
Employment type: Permanent Full-Time
Salary range: An attractive remuneration package
You’re someone who wants to create outcomes that have a real impact on the people of NSW.
You’re ready to play an essential role behind the scenes by providing vital support, ensuring seamless project execution, and playing a pivotal role in shaping the future of transportation.
In this role, you'll:
Join our Infrastructure, Projects & Engineering (IPE) Division which delivers public transport projects, rail fleet and systems, roads, motorways and active transport, along with pipeline development, partnerships, property development, and performance optimisation for Transport for NSW.
As Lead Specialist, Project Development, you will support the development and management of Transport for NSW’s pipeline and portfolio of projects, working closely with project teams, partner divisions and stakeholders to ensure alignment with strategic goals and support planning, prioritisation and resourcing of integrated project teams. A key focus of the role is driving early-stage project development, supporting project activation, shaping project briefs, and ensuring projects are set up for success through strong planning, governance, reporting and ways of working.
Act as a central point of coordination across the Pipeline, Partnerships and Development Branch, helping to create clarity and momentum across the portfolio. You will also contribute to business improvement initiatives, identify opportunities to uplift processes and data quality, and support best practice pipeline and portfolio management.
3 x permanent full-time roles | Home base 680 George St Sydney office. Hybrid work arrangements.
For more information on this position and business unit, view the role description and information pack.
About you
You’re an experienced project development or project management professional who thrives in complex, fast paced environments.
You have strong communication and planning skills and are comfortable working across multiple initiatives at once. You know how to build trust with stakeholders, manage competing priorities, and keep work moving forward, especially during early project lifecycle phases when clarity and coordination matter most.
You’re confident working independently, but you value collaboration and know how to engage others to achieve shared outcomes. You bring sound judgement, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to quality and continuous improvement.
Essential requirements - Extensive experience supporting project development or project management, ideally within the transport or infrastructure environment and relevant tertiary qualifications and/or demonstrated equivalent professional experience.
Who we are
Transport for NSW provides a safe, integrated, and efficient transport system. We connect people, communities and industry every day.
Join us
Our workforce is as diverse as the community we serve. If you’d like further information on our inclusion and diversity initiatives, visit Transport careers.
Flexible work options may be available. Learn more via Flexible work options and policy
Apply today
Applications close 11:59 PM Saturday 11 April 2026
For more information about this role, please contact CHRISTINE.STENZEL@TRANSPORT.NSW.GOV.AU.
Aboriginal people and people living with disability are supported throughout the recruitment process and at work, and we encourage you to apply. Visit Supporting Aboriginal People or Supporting People with Disability for more information or speak to your talent team member to arrange any adjustments to how you interact with us.
Learn more about how to apply via Our recruitment process | Transport for NSW
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Lead Specialist Project Development
Organisation/Entity: Transport For NSW
Job category: Projects
Job location: Sydney, NSW, AU, 2000
Job reference number: 105526
Employment type: Permanent Full-Time
Salary range: An attractive remuneration package
You’re someone who wants to create outcomes that have a real impact on the people of NSW.
You’re ready to play an essential role behind the scenes by providing vital support, ensuring seamless project execution, and playing a pivotal role in shaping the future of transportation.
In this role, you'll:
Join our Infrastructure, Projects & Engineering (IPE) Division which delivers public transport projects, rail fleet and systems, roads, motorways and active transport, along with pipeline development, partnerships, property development, and performance optimisation for Transport for NSW.
As Lead Specialist, Project Development, you will support the development and management of Transport for NSW’s pipeline and portfolio of projects, working closely with project teams, partner divisions and stakeholders to ensure alignment with strategic goals and support planning, prioritisation and resourcing of integrated project teams. A key focus of the role is driving early-stage project development, supporting project activation, shaping project briefs, and ensuring projects are set up for success through strong planning, governance, reporting and ways of working.
Act as a central point of coordination across the Pipeline, Partnerships and Development Branch, helping to create clarity and momentum across the portfolio. You will also contribute to business improvement initiatives, identify opportunities to uplift processes and data quality, and support best practice pipeline and portfolio management.
3 x permanent full-time roles | Home base 680 George St Sydney office. Hybrid work arrangements.
For more information on this position and business unit, view the role description and information pack.
About you
You’re an experienced project development or project management professional who thrives in complex, fast paced environments.
You have strong communication and planning skills and are comfortable working across multiple initiatives at once. You know how to build trust with stakeholders, manage competing priorities, and keep work moving forward, especially during early project lifecycle phases when clarity and coordination matter most.
You’re confident working independently, but you value collaboration and know how to engage others to achieve shared outcomes. You bring sound judgement, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to quality and continuous improvement.
Essential requirements - Extensive experience supporting project development or project management, ideally within the transport or infrastructure environment and relevant tertiary qualifications and/or demonstrated equivalent professional experience.
Who we are
Transport for NSW provides a safe, integrated, and efficient transport system. We connect people, communities and industry every day.
Join us
Our workforce is as diverse as the community we serve. If you’d like further information on our inclusion and diversity initiatives, visit Transport careers.
Flexible work options may be available. Learn more via Flexible work options and policy
Apply today
Applications close 11:59 PM Saturday 11 April 2026
For more information about this role, please contact CHRISTINE.STENZEL@TRANSPORT.NSW.GOV.AU.
Aboriginal people and people living with disability are supported throughout the recruitment process and at work, and we encourage you to apply. Visit Supporting Aboriginal People or Supporting People with Disability for more information or speak to your talent team member to arrange any adjustments to how you interact with us.
Learn more about how to apply via Our recruitment process | Transport for NSW
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💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Lead Specialist Project Development position is now open for candidates interested in the Transportation & Logistics sector. This role in Sydney offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Transportation & Logistics is a plus.