Principal Project Manager, Water

WSP Global Inc.; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

16 weeks parental leave

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Job summary

WSP Global Inc. in Australia is seeking an Associate or Principal Project Manager to deliver major water programs across the country.

You will drive project excellence, embed robust controls, and oversee cost planning and reporting while aligning with WSP delivery standards. Ideal candidates have 10+ years in D&C water projects, strong civil/engineering consulting background, and superb stakeholder collaboration skills across distributed teams; you’ll manage multiple live projects with a focus

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience delivering D&C water infrastructure projects.
• Background in engineering consulting with design management desirable.
• Strong interpersonal skills across distributed teams.
• Ability to manage multiple live projects with cost reporting.
• Solid understanding of contracts, change management and drafting variations.

Responsibilities

• Lead project management on national water infrastructure projects with PMs, SPMs and Team Managers.
• Manage medium–large projects in line with delivery standards.
• Embed robust project controls, contract admin and cost planning.
• Track internal costs and deliver clear, accurate client reporting.
• Identify, manage and negotiate project changes with clients.
• Ensure compliance with Integrated Management System and audits.
• Apply risk management frameworks across project processes.
• Champion a strong safety culture and safe delivery for all teams.

Skills

Project delivery

Stakeholder management

Cost reporting

Financial analysis

Excel

Word

Data control

Contract management

Risk management

Report writing

Tools

Excel

Word

Financial tools

Job description

Do the kind of work the world truly needs.

At WSP, you’ll access global expertise, contribute to landmark water projects, and collaborate with talented professionals across Australia. Here, curiosity is encouraged, ideas are valued, and diverse perspectives strengthen everything we do.

The Opportunity

Our national Water business is growing fast — and we’re looking for an Associate or Principal Project Manager to help deliver some of Australia’s most important water programs. In this role, you’ll drive project excellence, embed strong commercial and delivery practices, and keep our teams performing at their best.

You will:

• Lead project management on water infrastructure projects nationally with support from PMs, SPMs and Team Managers.
• Manage medium–large projects and programs in line with WSP delivery standards
• Embed robust project controls, contract admin and cost planning
• Track internal costs and deliver clear, accurate client reporting
• Identify, manage and negotiate project changes with clients
• Ensure compliance with our Integrated Management System, including audits and quality checks
• Apply risk management frameworks across all project processes
• Champion a strong safety culture and ensure safe delivery for all teams

What We’ll Love About You

You’re proactive, commercially aware and comfortable influencing at all levels. You can balance competing priorities, collaborate with technical experts and keep projects running smoothly, even across multiple offices and project streams.

You will bring:

• 10+ years’ experience and proven project delivery on D&C water infrastructure projects
• Background in engineering consulting with design management experience highly desirable
• Strong interpersonal skills, with experience working across distributed teams
• Ability to manage multiple tasks across several live projects
• Solid understanding of contracts, change management and drafting variations
• High competency in cost reporting, financial analysis, Excel and Word
• Experience setting up systems for project files, data control and compliance
• Proven ability managing project budgets and using financial tools
• Strong written communication skills, including preparing high‑quality reports

Why Choose WSP?

We’re committed to creating an environment where you feel supported, empowered, and able to make meaningful impact.

• Competitive pay recognising your expertise
• Inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives
• Clear development pathways with mentoring and technical support
• Flexible work options to balance life and work
• Purpose‑driven projects that strengthen Australia’s water future
• Comprehensive benefits and support for returners
• Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
• Option to purchase up to 4 additional weeks of leave
• Opportunities to work across Australia and internationally

How You’ll Work

You’ll be based in our Brisbane, Gold Coast or Sunshine Coast office, working in a hybrid model with site visits as required. You’ll be supported by a friendly, high‑performing team committed to technical excellence and meaningful project outcomes.

Join a community of 73,000+ global professionals dedicated to improving the world we live in. As a permanent employee, you’ll also have access to our Employee Share Purchase Plan to take part in WSP’s collective success. To find out more about our commitment to the health and wellbeing of our people, and the programs we’ve designed to help you thrive, go to our Employee Benefits page.