Job Title
We are seeking a highly skilled project manager to oversee key projects within the Wastewater Planning team.
* The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating and managing projects, including program management for the Wet Weather Overflows Hotspots program and other programs managed by the team.
* They will manage capacity assessment, condition assessment, flow gauging, risk assessment and conceptual design activities for the delivery of assets, including the management of consultants.
* External consultants delivering business cases and Project Development Plans (PDPs) will be coordinated by the successful candidate.
* Internal and external stakeholders will be proactively managed.
* Safety, environmental and quality outcomes of projects will be proactively managed.
* Project budgets and timelines will be managed, including cost control and forecasting.
Key Skills and Qualifications
The successful candidate will have:
* Degree in Engineering or Science, or equivalent suitable professional qualifications and experience.
* Demonstrated Project Management experience and skills.
* Basic understanding of how wastewater networks work and the general engineering principles behind their design, operation and modelling.
* Demonstrated high level verbal and written communication skills with the ability to proactively involve others in identifying issues and solutions.
* Excellent organisational and time management skills demonstrated through the ability to manage conflicting priorities.
* Proven ability to work effectively within teams and build and maintain working relationships with diverse stakeholder groups.
* Class C Driver's Licence.
* Construction White Card.
* Experience in Project Management of capital delivery at Hunter Water.
* Proven experience in undertaking stakeholder engagement on engineering projects.
* Experience in preparing funding approval documentation or developing cost estimates.
* Experience in managing resources to effectively deliver outcomes.
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a sustainable Lower Hunter for future generations. If you are a motivated and experienced project manager looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to submit your application.