The National Gallery is seeking applications from highly motivated candidates to, under direction and in line with corporate objectives, apply high level infrastructure project management and procurement skills to support delivery of key capital works initiatives. An NGA6 position is required to deliver these initiatives that include strategic, architectural and engineering projects.

The National Gallery’s Capital Works team was established in 2021 to lead delivery of the Gallery’s significant capital works program that includes delivery of over $100 million in capital asset upgrade projects, the establishment of a planned sustainable asset management program for the future, and the delivery of significant or iconic capital works projects.

The Capital Works Team is responsible for providing project management leadership for the delivery of complex, high profile and strategically significant capital works projects. These projects are varied in scope with a focus on positioning the National Gallery as a leading contemporary cultural institution for the future.

Current projects include:

• The Integrated Capital Works Program, which includes design and construction of critical upgrades at the Parkes and off-site facilities.
• Revitalisation of the National Sculpture Garden.
• Development of a new internal café and other possible hospitality initiatives.
• Oversight and planning of the National Gallery’s Strategic Asset Management Plan.
• Oversee implementation of the Gallery’s Environmental Sustainability Action Plan.
• Other strategic projects that may be included in the program. 

This is a full-time, non-ongoing employment opportunity which may become ongoing.