🧭 Director — Project Management & Consultancy in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Employers in Sydney hiring this role typically need: lead PMC assignments, project delivery teams, client coordination and operational performance.

Key responsibilities

• Guide and staff project delivery teams
• Coordinate with clients, designers and contractors
• Track operational, cost and schedule performance
• Develop new PMC business and maintain client relationships

Skills employers look for

• Team leadership and resourcing
• Client management
• Contract and schedule oversight
• Clear executive reporting

Tools and standards

• Stage-gate and assurance frameworks
• Primavera P6 and MS Project
• Project portals and document control systems

Typical deliverables

• Lessons-learned and closeout reports
• Project execution and management plans
• Monthly progress and exception reports

How success is measured

• Quality of reporting and governance
• On-time and on-budget delivery
• Client satisfaction scores

Common challenges

• Aligning clients, designers and contractors
• Controlling scope changes

Work modes

• Freelance
• Remote
• Hybrid
• Onsite

Director, Project Management & Consultancy assignments are commonly offered as freelance, remote, hybrid or onsite work. Agree the mode, hours and reporting upfront.

Hiring tip

Review one or two past PMC assignments, including what went wrong and how it was fixed.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a Director, Project Management & Consultancy cost in Sydney?

Indicative Director, Project Management & Consultancy rates for Sydney, New South Wales, Australia are about $70–$230 per hour, or $9,100–$29,900 per month for regular work.

What does a Director, Project Management & Consultancy do in Sydney?

Lead PMC assignments, project delivery teams, client coordination and operational performance. Typical work includes lead project management consultancy (PMC) assignments end to end, guide and staff project delivery teams and coordinate with clients, designers and contractors.

What qualifications are usual for a Director, Project Management & Consultancy?

Engineering or construction management degree; PMP, PRINCE2 or equivalent is a plus; 10+ years leading PMC or owner's-representative work.

Can I hire a Director, Project Management & Consultancy for Sydney remotely?

Often yes. Time-zone distance is the main factor, so look for async-friendly candidates and clear written reporting. Agree working-hour overlap, tools, reporting and payment method before work begins.

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