Project Manager, Major Development

• $128,900k + 12% super + ToT + mobile phone allowance
• WFH & our Footscray/Sunbury offices
• Work across our service region – both greenfield and brownfield development areas!

About Greater Western Water

We’re water… and more.

GWW is a Victorian government owned water corporation that provides an essential service to some of the fastest-growing communities in Australia, stretching from Melbourne’s CBD to Lancefield in the north and Bacchus Marsh in the west. Click here to learn more

Benefits

• We embrace flexibility and connection with a balance of on-site and WFH.
• Free onsite parking (subject to availability)
• Gender neutral, 16-week parental leave available from commencement
• Monthly work life balance day off to treat yourself (if full-time)
• Free income protection and salary continuance insurance
• Access to corporate health insurance deals with major providers
• Wellbeing, prayer, and sensory rooms in the Footscray and Sunbury office

The opportunity

The Project Manager, Major Development is a member of the Major Development & Government Works team, reporting directly to the Team Leader, Major Development & Government Works.  Day-to-day you will be providing leadership in the delivery of GWW’s Development Services Capital Works program from conception through to completion, ensuring we are delivering on safety, compliance with WSAA, Australian Standards and industry best practice for quality and environmental protection, and supports a culture that places customers first, focuses on high performance and develops our people.

If you are looking for a role where you will make a difference and support a customer centric approach – don’t delay dive in and apply today!

Responsibilities

• Perform oversight project management of reimbursable projects managed by GWW-accredited land development consultants
• Ensure each project is delivered in compliance with relevant standards and legislation, codes, and GWW policies and procedures, and in a safe, efficient and cost-effective manner
• Manage project budgets and complete required financial management reporting.
• Review and validate progress claims, and variations.
• Adhere to GWW procurement policies and guidelines  
• Review non-conformances issued and closed out within prescribed timelines

• Engages with, builds and maintains relationships with internal stakeholders and external stakeholders including developers, consultants, contractors, other utilities, councils, government entities, etc.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in project management, design and construction of asset infrastructure.
• Efficient and accurate financial and budget management.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills with a proactive approach to safety and problem-solving.
• Effective stakeholder engagement skills combined with well-developed negotiation skills.
• Time management skills to meet deadlines, stakeholder needs and competing priorities.
• Tertiary qualification in engineering or equivalent demonstrable experience.

See yourself thrive!

Our vision for GWW is Thriving People and Country. We aim to be as diverse as the communities we serve and are deeply committed to building a workplace where everybody thrives. We’re supportive, inclusive, and friendly, and value everyone for who they are and what they can bring.  

We’re seeking applicants across all cultural backgrounds, genders, and abilities, and will make reasonable adjustments as required, so please talk to us about what you need.

Don’t meet every single requirement? If you’re excited about this role, we encourage you to apply.

Don’t delay your application, include your resume, and cover letter (no more than 1 page), shortlisting will commence early!

The successful candidate will be required to complete pre-employment checks, including reference checks, medical assessments, a national police check, and verification of working rights in Australia.

Applications close: Tuesday 10 March