Senior Project Manager

Seqwater; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Employee benefits

Job summary

Seqwater in Brisbane is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead multidisciplinary teams, manage contractor performance, oversee construction activities and build strong relationships with stakeholders.

You will balance operational, technical and community priorities, drive outcomes and continuous improvement, and contribute to Seqwater’s assets' long-term management.

Qualifications

• Experience managing complex capital construction projects in water/infrastructure sectors.
• CPP/Membership with Engineers Australia or Australian Institute of Project Management, or ability to gain within six months.
• Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams, consultants, and contractors.
• Knowledge of Australian standards, contracting, contract law, QA, environmental management and WHS.
• Strong communication and leadership with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead multidisciplinary teams, manage contractor performance, oversee construction activities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Balance operational, technical and community priorities to drive project outcomes.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and long-term asset management.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Engineering degree or related discipline

Job description

• Deliver projects safely, on time, and to expected outcomes
• Achieve business case objectives through effective delivery
• Ensure compliant project delivery across Seqwater standards

Be part of the future of South East Queensland at Seqwater

At Seqwater, we deliver the water that more than three million people across South East Queensland rely on every day. As we bring our new operating model to life, we are creating the capabilities, structures and ways of working that will shape our future—and deliver even greater value for our customers and communities.

This transformation is opening exciting opportunities across Seqwater. These newly created and redesigned roles will help strengthen our capability, embed our future operating model and build a high-performing organisation ready for what comes next.

About the role

As a Senior Project Manager, you will lead multidisciplinary teams, manage contractor performance, oversee construction activities, and build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. You will play a key role in balancing operational, technical and community priorities, driving project outcomes, continuous improvement initiatives, and the long-term management of Seqwater’s natural and built assets. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a tangible impact on essential infrastructure that supports the region’s water security and resilience.

What you'll bring

Mandatory Qualifications

• Qualifications in Project Management, engineering or related discipline

Skills & Experience

• Significant experience in project management of complex capital construction projects within the water, infrastructure, or similar sectors across the project lifecycle.
• Qualifications for Corporate Membership to the Institute of Engineers Australia or Australian Institute of Project Management as a CPPM, or ability to gain qualifications within six months of appointment.
• Experience leading and managing multi-disciplinary teams, consultants, and contractors to achieve corporate goals and project objectives.
• Strong working knowledge and experience in Australian standards and general conditions for contracting, contract law, quality assurance, environmental management and workplace health and safety management.
• Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with multiple internal and external stakeholders

Role Requirements

• National Police Check
• Current Class C Drivers Licence
• Purpose with impact: Help protect and strengthen essential water services for Queensland communities
• Influence at scale: Play a leading role in an organisation-wide transformation
• Flexibility and support: Work in an environment that values wellbeing, inclusion and collaboration
• Room to grow: Access professional development and meaningful career opportunities
• Rewarding benefits: Receive competitive remuneration and a strong employee benefits offering

About Seqwater

Water is essential to life—and every day, our people help make safe, reliable and sustainable water services possible for South East Queensland. Guided by integrity, respect, care and courage, we are building an inclusive workplace where people feel valued, supported and empowered to thrive.