Senior Project Manager

This role offers you the chance to lead from project inception through to successful completion, working within a supportive and collaborative team that values integrity, respect, care, and courage. You will play a key part in shaping the future of essential infrastructure, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope and budget, while upholding the highest standards of quality and safety.

The organisation is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace culture that encourages teamwork, knowledge sharing, and professional growth. If you are passionate about making a positive impact and thrive in environments where your leadership skills are valued and developed, this is the perfect next step for your career.

• Play a central role in delivering high-impact capital projects that benefit millions across South East Queensland by leading multi-disciplinary teams from planning through to project handover.
• Enjoy a collaborative work environment that prioritises employee wellbeing, professional development, and flexible working opportunities while supporting your growth as a leader.
• Be part of an organisation with strong values at its core—integrity, respect, care, and courage—where your contributions directly support vital community services and long-term sustainability.

What you'll do:

As a Senior Project Manager based in Brisbane, you will be entrusted with end-to-end responsibility for delivering significant capital projects that enhance critical infrastructure. Your day-to-day activities will involve guiding multi-disciplinary teams through each phase of the project lifecycle—planning detailed schedules, coordinating design efforts, managing tenders, supervising construction works on-site, and ensuring seamless handover upon completion. You will be instrumental in maintaining rigorous controls over budgets and timelines while fostering transparent communication among diverse stakeholders. By championing process improvements and nurturing a collaborative team spirit rooted in shared values, you will help drive operational excellence across all facets of project delivery. Your ability to balance technical oversight with empathetic leadership will ensure not only successful outcomes but also lasting positive impacts on both colleagues and the wider community.

• Deliver complex asset improvement projects by applying robust project management methodologies in line with established policies, processes, and industry best practices such as PMBOK or similar frameworks.
• Provide effective site supervision as Superintendent’s Representative during construction phases to ensure contractors meet all quality, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Lead and manage project teams throughout all lifecycle stages—from initiation through close-out—ensuring alignment with organisational objectives and compliance with governance standards.
• Monitor project progress using advanced reporting software to guarantee timely achievement of milestones and deliverables while proactively addressing any emerging risks or issues.
• Conduct regular status meetings with internal teams and external stakeholders to review performance metrics, cost control measures, scheduling updates, and governance compliance.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by reviewing delivery processes and systems, identifying opportunities for enhancement, and supporting the development of long-term asset management strategies.
• Manage stakeholder relationships effectively by facilitating open communication channels between executive leadership, operational teams, government departments, regulators, and bulk water customers.
• Drive the preparation of business cases and sourcing strategies to secure optimal value during procurement activities while overseeing contract development and execution.
• Promote an empowering work environment that encourages innovative thinking, teamwork, enthusiasm for customer service excellence, and consultative approaches to problem-solving.
• Ensure strict adherence to all work health and safety protocols as well as quality assurance procedures in every aspect of project delivery.

What you bring:

To excel as a Senior Project Manager in this role, you will bring extensive experience overseeing large-scale infrastructure projects from conception through delivery. Your background should reflect deep familiarity with industry-standard methodologies for managing risk, controlling costs, ensuring compliance with legal frameworks—and above all else—delivering results that align with strategic business objectives. You will have demonstrated success building trust-based relationships across functional boundaries while inspiring teams towards shared goals. Your interpersonal strengths will allow you to navigate complex stakeholder landscapes diplomatically; your attention to detail ensures nothing is overlooked when it comes to safety or quality standards. A commitment to ongoing learning coupled with adaptability means you are always ready to embrace new challenges or contribute fresh perspectives on process improvement initiatives. Above all else, your passion for supporting others’ growth makes you an invaluable mentor within any collaborative setting.

• Tertiary qualifications in project management, engineering, business administration or a related discipline—or equivalent experience demonstrating comprehensive knowledge of these fields.
• A proven track record spanning 7–10 years managing multiple complex projects exceeding $5 million in value across multi-disciplinary environments.
• Eligibility for Corporate Membership with the Institute of Engineers Australia or Australian Institute of Project Management (CPPM), or capacity to obtain such membership within six months of appointment.
• Demonstrated experience leading diverse teams—including consultants and contractors—to achieve ambitious corporate goals within defined timeframes.
• A valid Class C Driver’s Licence enabling travel between sites as required for project supervision duties.
• Expertise in developing sourcing strategies and preparing compelling business cases that maximise value throughout procurement processes; hands-on experience managing contracts from negotiation through execution.
• Comprehensive understanding of Australian standards relating to contracting law, quality assurance protocols, environmental management systems, and workplace health & safety regulations.
• Proficiency with project management software tools (such as Planisware) alongside advanced computer literacy skills for effective reporting and analysis.
• Exceptional analytical abilities combined with strong organisational skills for problem-solving within fast-evolving project contexts.
• Outstanding communication skills—both written and verbal—that enable you to liaise persuasively with senior leaders internally as well as regulatory bodies externally.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out as a cornerstone provider of essential services across South East Queensland—serving more than three million people daily through its unwavering commitment to reliability and excellence. Employees here enjoy being part of a purpose-driven culture where every individual’s contribution is recognised as vital to achieving collective goals. The company’s values—integrity, respect, care, courage—are not just words but lived experiences reflected in everyday interactions among colleagues at all levels. With a focus on professional development opportunities tailored to nurture leadership potential at every stage of your career journey—and an emphasis on flexible working arrangements designed around employee wellbeing—you’ll find yourself supported both personally and professionally. The organisation’s dedication to inclusivity ensures everyone feels welcome regardless of background or experience; collaboration is celebrated as the key driver behind sustained innovation and outstanding service delivery. By joining this team you become part of something bigger: helping safeguard resources critical for life while growing alongside some of the most knowledgeable professionals in the sector.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply.
To apply please click apply or call Noah Young on +61 7 3032 2283 for a confidential discussion.