Project Director - Water

Overview

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.

The Opportunity

With a strong pipeline of upcoming water infrastructure projects across NSW, we are seeking a highly experienced Project Director – Water to provide strategic leadership and ensure the successful delivery of complex, large-scale works.

This is a pivotal executive role responsible for driving project strategy, engaging with key clients and stakeholders, and overseeing the performance of multidisciplinary teams. The Project Director will play a central role in shaping the success of major water infrastructure projects and building long-term partnerships across the sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and direction for major water infrastructure projects from tender through to delivery and handover.
• Develop and execute project strategies to meet client, commercial, and operational objectives.
• Act as the primary client interface, building strong relationships with stakeholders including government, utilities, JV partners, and local communities.
• Oversee project budgets, programs, and risk management, ensuring best-for-project outcomes.
• Lead and mentor senior management teams including Construction Managers, Project Managers, and Engineers.
• Drive commercial and contractual performance, managing major subcontractors and suppliers at executive level.
• Ensure delivery to the highest standards of safety, quality, and environmental compliance.
• Represent the business in industry forums and contribute to positioning the organisation as a leading Tier 1 water contractor.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering, Project Management, or a related field.
• Significant experience as a Project Director or equivalent leading major water or infrastructure projects.
• Proven track record of delivering projects exceeding $200M+ in value.
• Exceptional stakeholder management and client relationship skills at executive level.
• Strong commercial and contractual acumen, with the ability to navigate complex procurement and delivery models.
• Inspirational leadership with the ability to develop and guide large, diverse delivery teams.
• Commitment to health, safety, and environmental excellence in all aspects of project delivery.

Why Join Us?

• Lead landmark water infrastructure projects with significant community impact.
• Join a Tier 1 contractor with a strong and growing pipeline across NSW.
• Be part of an inclusive and forward-looking leadership team, recognised as a Top Employer 2022, 2023 & 2024.

ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in Australia, which certifies the company\'s commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure and water projects across Australia & New Zealand.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity. Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.