Project Manager - Water Infrastructure

Water Infrastructure Services; Burpengary; On-site; AUD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Onboarding and project support

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Water Infrastructure Services in Burpengary, QLD seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead complex water infrastructure projects from conception to completion. This full-time role requires directing project delivery, controlling budgets, and ensuring safety and regulatory compliance while coordinating engineers, contractors and clients across the lifecycle.

The ideal candidate holds an Engineering or Construction Management degree with 10+ years of PM experience and a proven track record of

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field.
• 10+ years in project management experience.
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Experience across all project life cycle phases (initiate, plan, execute, monitor, close).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and coordinate all project phases from concept to handover.
• Manage budgets, costs and financial forecasting to keep projects within resources.
• Liaise with clients, stakeholders and regulators to align objectives.
• Lead and supervise project teams, including contractors and engineers.
• Monitor progress against milestones and implement mitigation where needed.
• Ensure compliance with legislation, standards and safety requirements.

Skills

Project management

Multi-project handling

MS Office

Education

Engineering degree

Construction management degree

Tools

AS4000 contracts

MS Office

Job description

Water Infrastructure Services is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our dynamic team in Burpengary, QLD. This is a full-time position that offers the opportunity to lead and manage complex water infrastructure projects from conception through to completion. As Project Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of project delivery, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. This role is integral to our success and will have a significant impact on the delivery of critical water infrastructure solutions to our clients and communities.

Key responsibilities

Planning, scheduling and coordinating all phases of water infrastructure projects, from initial concept through to final handover

Managing project budgets, costs and financial forecasting to ensure projects remain within allocated resources

Liaising with clients, stakeholders and regulatory bodies to ensure clear communication and alignment on project objectives and deliverables

Leading and supervising project teams, including contractors, engineers and technical staff to ensure effective collaboration and performance

Monitoring project progress and performance against key milestones, identifying risks and implementing mitigation strategies

Ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation, regulations, industry standards and health and safety requirements

Preparing and maintaining comprehensive project documentation, reports and records

Managing procurement processes and supplier relationships to secure materials and services at competitive rates

Conducting regular site inspections and quality assurance checks to maintain project standards

Resolving project issues and conflicts in a timely and professional manner

What We're Looking For

A degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.

Required Qualities

10+ years in project management experience.

Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.

Demonstrable experience in all 5 project life cycle aspects (initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, and closure).

Extremely proficient in the Microsoft suite.

Excellent attention to detail.

Ability to work to deadlines, to plan effectively and prioritize work commitments.

Good problem-solving skills.

Good team member.

Strong personal drive and initiative.

Take ownership/responsibility of projects.

Desired competencies

Working at heights and Confined Space Trained

White Card – Construction Induction

Experience in AS4000 contracts

What we offer

Competitive salary (commensurate with experience)

Full project support and onboarding

Be part of a company making real impact on water infrastructure in Australia

Career growth through this senior position.

About us

WIS is a leading provider of comprehensive water infrastructure solutions, specialising in the design, construction and management of water treatment facilities, distribution networks and associated infrastructure projects. With a commitment to delivering sustainable, reliable and innovative water solutions, we work across multiple sectors and regions to support communities and industries. Our team comprises experienced professionals dedicated to excellence, safety and environmental stewardship. We pride ourselves on our technical expertise, project delivery capability and strong relationships with clients and partners across the sector.