Program Planning Lead

Job Description

Projects / Construction / Commissioning 1 Job no: P7559Work type: TemporaryLocation: Brisbane, QueenslandCategories: Projects / Construction / Commissioning About Seqwater Water is essential for life. At Seqwater, we’re not just delivering water—we’re driving innovation, growth and transformation to secure the future of water across South East Queensland. As one of the largest water businesses with the most geographically spread and diverse asset base of any capital city in Australia, our operations extend from the New South Wales border to the base of the Toowoomba ranges and north to Gympie. As we enter an exciting period of expansion, we're embracing new technologies and sustainable practices to meet the growing needs of our region. We work collaboratively across our organisation and with our stakeholders, constantly striving to enhance the quality of service we provide. Our transformation is about more than just infrastructure—it’s about people. Our team of dedicated professionals are united by a shared passion for creating lasting, meaningful outcomes for the communities we serve, and this is reflected in Our Vision, Water for Life , Our Promise - Safe for Life , and Our Values of integrity, respect, care, and courage that shape everything we do. If you want to be part of an organisation that’s shaping the future of water management, now is the time to join Seqwater. You’ll be working on some of the most high-profile water infrastructure projects in the industry, helping to secure Water for Life for generations to come. About Your Opportunity You will work closely with Project Managers and stakeholders and lead the team of schedulers and planners to ensure projects are delivered on time and within scope. You will contribute to the delivery of the Infrastructure Planning and Capital Delivery program, consisting of upgrades to dams, treatment plants and pipelines across South East Queensland. The five-year program totals approximately $6 billion, with some of our major projects estimating total project costs between $250 million and $2 billion. You will be responsible for the development and maintenance of project schedules, and review of contractor’s baseline and progressed schedules as well as identifying what work needs to be completed, constructability issues, and key project interfaces, ensuring that project performance and forecasts are accurately reported. Key responsibilities: Lead and manage a team in capability building activities focused on project schedules and planning, ensuring enhancement of skills and processes across the organisation. Collaborate with Program Managers to understand program objectives, priorities and manage and optimize program activities to ensure alignment with organisational goals. Work with the Portfolio Office to develop, implement and promote the organisation’s scheduling standard across the Infrastructure Planning and Capital Delivery program. Provide expert advice to the Principal Program Controls, Program and Project Directors and Managers and the Leadership Team on project schedules and the integrated master schedule. Assist with the development, monitoring, controlling, and reporting of project schedules through the various project stages in the project lifecycle, highlighting emerging issues and providing input into strategies to mitigate project and program risks. About you To be successful in this role, you will possess: Bachelor’s degree in project management, engineering or construction management or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum of 10 years project scheduling experience within a major project environment, preferably in a senior or lead role. Proven experience and skills in developing schedules and advanced skills in using Primavera P6. This position has a salary range of $132,491 – 142,924 (dependent on experience) plus 12.75% superannuation. This position is initially offered as a fixed term contract until June 2026. Appointment to this role is subject to the provision of a national police check and may be subject to other medical/character requirements. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically deemed ineligible. Each application will be considered on its merits. To apply Submit your cover letter outlining how you meet the requirements of the role and your resume via the Apply button. Applications close: 11:55PM AEST, Wednesday 5th February 2024 For further information please email enquiries to Please note – applications cannot be accepted via email. Advertised: 21 Jan 2025 E. Australia Standard TimeApplications close: 05 Feb 2025 E. Australia Standard Time If you are looking for an extraordinary career in which you can make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you! Why Work For Us? We offer competitive pay and job security while prioritising the health and wellbeing of our employees through initiatives such as immunisation programs and skin checks. Our flexible hybrid working options help you balance your career with your personal life. You’ll benefit from discounted memberships, ongoing professional development opportunities, and generous leave options, including the ability to purchase additional leave. At Seqwater, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace that celebrates diversity, ensuring everyone feels included, respected, and treated fairly. #J-18808-Ljbffr