Lead Project Manager

Goulburn Murray Water; City of Greater Shepparton; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Goulburn-Murray Water (GMW) is seeking a Lead Project Manager to drive a diverse program of infrastructure projects across Northern Victoria. Based in Tatura with hybrid and flexible working options, you will lead multidisciplinary teams from option evaluation and design through to construction and commissioning.

You will oversee scope, budgets, schedules and risks, work with contractors, consultants and stakeholders, and foster a strong safety culture while delivering high-quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or Project Management, or equivalent experience.
• Strong contractor and consultant management experience.
• Excellent project management, reporting and stakeholder skills.
• Strong commitment to safety.
• Collaborative, solutions-focused leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex infrastructure projects from planning through commissioning.
• Oversee project scope, budgets, schedules, risks and stakeholder expectations.
• Lead multidisciplinary project teams and coordinate with contractors and consultants.
• Promote and maintain a strong safety culture across project delivery.

Skills

Contractor management

Stakeholder management

Project management

Safety culture

Education

Engineering or Project Management degree

Equivalent industry experience

Job description

Lead projects that make a difference across Northern Victoria

Tatura | Hybrid & flexible working | Full Time

Ready to take the lead on projects that have a real impact?

Join Goulburn-Murray Water (GMW) and lead a diverse program of infrastructure projects supporting our irrigation and water storage assets across Northern Victoria.

As Lead Project Manager you'll lead multidisciplinary project teams and oversee projects from option evaluation and design through to construction and commissioning. You'll work closely with contractors, consultants, internal teams and key stakeholders to deliver safe, high-quality outcomes.

As Lead Project Manager, you will:

• Lead the delivery of complex infrastructure projects and programs.
• Oversee project scope, budgets, schedules, risks and stakeholder expectations.
• Lead project teams through planning, design, procurement, construction and commissioning phases.
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, regulators, customers and industry partners.
• Provide leadership, mentoring and support across project teams.
• Promote and maintain a strong safety culture throughout project delivery.

What you'll bring

• Strong contractor and consultant management experience.
• Excellent project management, reporting and stakeholder skills.
• A strong commitment to safety.
• A collaborative, solutions-focused approach and the ability to lead by example.
• A degree in Engineering or Project Management, or equivalent industry experience.

Based in Tatura, this is an opportunity to build a rewarding career in regional Victoria while enjoying the flexibility of hybrid working.

GMW considers flexible working arrangements where they can support the required business outcomes, so whether you're ready for a tree change or looking for greater flexibility, there's an opportunity to make it work.

For more information or to view the position description please visit our website.

Applications close on Sunday 25 October 2026.

GMW is an equal opportunity employer supporting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. GMW encourages people with diverse backgrounds, experience and perspectives to apply. We welcome applications from people with disability and aim to provide an inclusive and accessible workplace. If you need any help with the application process or would like to discuss reasonable adjustments to support you to take part in an interview, please contact: ***********@gmwater.com.au