Senior Environmental Project Lead — Client Relations & Growth

Knickpoint Pty Ltd.; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Knickpoint Pty Ltd. in Australia is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead environmental projects and manage key client relationships across energy, transport and resources sectors.

You will shape project direction, mentor staff and drive business growth while delivering complex projects. Responsibilities include leading projects from conception to completion, providing technical oversight, managing budgets and timelines, coordinating multi-disciplinary teams and representing the company at

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Environmental Science, Engineering or related discipline.
• 8–10 years in environmental consulting or project management.
• Proven track record delivering complex environmental projects.
• Strong client management and business development skills.
• Familiarity with Queensland and Commonwealth environmental legislation.
• Excellent leadership and people-management abilities.
• Professional certification (e.g., CEnvP, RPEQ) advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead environmental projects from conception to completion.
• Manage client relationships and identify opportunities for business development.
• Provide technical oversight and quality assurance for deliverables.
• Mentor and develop junior and intermediate team members.
• Manage project budgets, timelines and resource allocation.
• Coordinate multi-disciplinary teams and external consultants.
• Represent the company at client meetings and industry events.

Skills

Client relationship management

Leadership

Project budgeting

Mentoring

Business development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or related

Job description

Lead environmental projects and client relationships as a Senior Project Manager in our growing team.

Full Description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead environmental projects and manage key client relationships. This role offers the opportunity to shape project direction, mentor team members, and drive business growth while working on some of Australia's most significant infrastructure developments.You will be responsible for project delivery, client management, and technical oversight across a diverse portfolio of projects in the energy, transport, and resources sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage environmental projects from conception to completion• Manage client relationships and identify opportunities for business development• Provide technical oversight and quality assurance for project deliverables• Mentor and develop junior and intermediate team members• Manage project budgets, timelines, and resource allocation• Coordinate multi-disciplinary teams and external consultants• Represent the company at client meetings and industry events

Requirements & Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Environmental Science, Engineering, or related discipline• Minimum 8-10 years experience in environmental consulting or project management• Proven track record in managing complex environmental projects• Strong client management and business development skills• Experience with Queensland and Commonwealth environmental legislation• Excellent leadership and team management abilities• Professional certification (e.g., CEnvP, RPEQ) advantageous