Water Infrastructure Project Leader

BMD Group; Central Coast Council; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

BMD Group is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead major water and wastewater infrastructure projects across the Central Coast in NSW. You will oversee safety, programme and commercial results while guiding multi-disciplinary teams to deliver high-quality infrastructure for growing communities.

Ideal candidates will be based on the Central Coast, Newcastle or surrounding regions or be willing to commute daily to project sites, collaborating with clients, consultants and subcontractors

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Civil Engineering
• Extensive experience as a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager delivering major water and wastewater infrastructure projects in Australia
• Strong experience managing complex civil construction projects valued at significant scale
• Demonstrated delivery experience across treatment plants, pumping stations, pipelines, networks, reservoirs or related utility infrastructure
• Proven ability to lead large project teams and drive high-performance cultures
• Strong commercial acumen with experience managing budgets, forecasts, margins and contractual obligations
• Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to build trusted client relationships
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, project controls, risk management and programme delivery
• Exceptional communication and leadership capabilities
• A commitment to safety, collaboration and delivering quality outcome

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of major water and wastewater infrastructure projects
• Drive safe, efficient and commercially successful project outcomes
• Manage project programmes, budgets, forecasting and overall performance
• Oversee construction activities across treatment plants, pump stations, pipelines, reservoirs and associated civil infrastructure
• Lead and mentor project teams including engineers, supervisors and subcontract partners
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships with water authorities and key stakeholders
• Manage project risks, opportunities, procurement strategies and contract administration
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, environmental and regulatory requirements
• Support tender development, methodologies and pre-contract planning activities for future projects
• Contribute to the ongoing growth and capability development of BMD's water business

Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Stakeholder Mgmt

Risk Management

Safety

Communication

Commercial Acumen

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

BMD Group is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead major water and wastewater infrastructure projects across the Central Coast in NSW. You will oversee safety, programme and commercial results while guiding multi-disciplinary teams to deliver high-quality infrastructure for growing communities.

Ideal candidates will be based on the Central Coast, Newcastle or surrounding regions or be willing to commute daily to project sites, collaborating with clients, consultants and subcontractors