Senior Major Project Manager

Job Description

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: We’re here to help people live well and create a better and more sustainable future. We support healthy and liveable communities by delivering water, sewerage and recycled water services to 1.77 million people who rely on us every day and every night. At South East Water, we innovate with purpose and act with care to deliver healthy water for life. Fresh thinking and collaboration are at the heart of our organisation. We are constantly learning, embracing the challenges of today and excited by the opportunities that tomorrow will bring. The role The Senior Major Project Manager is responsible for managing the delivery of major projects with a strong focus on contract management and will oversee projects to ensure South East Water’s assets remain protected. The successful candidate will prepare development agreements (offers) and facilitate collaboration between internal and external stakeholders. From the initial feasibility phase through to project completion, the successful candidate will ensure compliance, risk management, cost efficiency, and the successful delivery of projects. Who are you? To be considered for this position, you will have a minimum of 7 years experience and hold a tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering or other related fields and possess skills and experience in the following areas: Proven experience in drafting, negotiating, and executing contracts, ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory, and business requirements throughout the project lifecycle. Extensive contract management experience, with a strong focus on risk management, compliance, and ensuring that all contractual obligations are met on time and within scope. Experience managing major construction contracts and projects, including all phases from investigation and planning to design, construction, and handover to ensure compliance with standards and project objectives. Strong analytical and financial skills, with expertise in cost estimation, tender evaluation, asset capitalization, and project budgeting to support decision-making and ensure cost-effective solutions. Knowledge of the Water Act, Planning and Environment Act, Subdivision Act, ISO 9001 standard and WSAA & MRWA standards would be beneficial. What's in it for you? Working at South East Water means you can enjoy a wealth of benefits, starting with the chance to be part of an organisation deeply committed to environmental initiatives and sustainability; one who has been recognised as one of the top 101 Workplaces for Women in Australia by Work180 for the past two consecutive years. South East Water cultivates a dynamic culture that emphasises collaboration and strong work ethics, supported by career-focused learning and development opportunities. As a SEW employee, you can enjoy the following offerings from our benefits package: Access to My Fitness Passport, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), annual flu shots, and health checks. Work-life balance with flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work options and leave purchasing. Life insurance and salary continuance. 15 weeks paid parental leave and paid superannuation on eligible portions of unpaid parental leave. Additional leave offerings, such as cultural and ceremonial leave and study leave. Head office with modern facilities and panoramic beachfront views, a separate parents' room, a prayer and meditation room, an onsite cafe, and free parking. Opportunity to be part of great initiatives involving the local community. We're for everyone Our people are as diverse as the communities we serve. It makes us better learners, thinkers and collaborators, helping create better outcomes for our customers. We are deeply committed to Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging, and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ individuals, people with disability and jobseekers of all ages and cultures. We aim to provide an inclusive, accessible workplace where everyone is welcome, safe, and celebrated. If you need any help with the application process or would like to discuss your reasonable adjustments during interviews, please reach out to our Talent team at Keen to make an impact? Click here to check out the position description. We're accepting applications for this exciting opportunity until Thursday 27th March! To be considered for this opportunity, you must hold unrestricted working rights for the period of employment at the time of application. Successful candidates will also be required to undergo a number of pre-employment checks, including a police records check. South East Water operates a 24/7 service environment. Whilst this role does not involve after-hours rostered duty, all employees may be required to provide out of hours support from time to time as required. Visit southeastwater.com.au to learn more about us and how we serve our customers. #J-18808-Ljbffr