SPE - Water

Job Description

Water Treatment Plants | Pipework | Pump Stations

Brisbane Portside | Brisbane Southern Corridor 

 

Lead complex infrastructure projects. Shape major tenders. Develop the next generation of project leaders.

We’re partnering with a respected and growing infrastructure contractor to appoint a Senior Project Manager to lead complex water, utilities and multidisciplinary projects across South East Queensland.

You’ll combine project delivery, commercial leadership and technical expertise across major tenders, live projects and emerging project leaders, with the opportunity to influence how the business plans, prices and delivers its work.

 

“They really promote career development & care about their people. Definitely a great place to work.”

 Why You’ll Want This Role

You’ll have the scope to expand your influence beyond a single project, working across precontracts, delivery and team development.

• Lead larger and more complex projects, including opportunities valued at $50M+.
• Shape major tenders by bringing practical delivery insight into precontracts and commercial decisions.
• Develop future leaders by mentoring Project Managers and emerging talent as they take on greater responsibility.
• Broaden your leadership impact by supporting delivery capability across multiple projects and teams.

What You’ll Do

• Lead complex water, utilities and multidisciplinary infrastructure projects from planning through to successful delivery.
• Drive programme, cost, claims, variations, subcontractor performance and reporting, keeping commercial and delivery decisions on track.
• Collaborate across precontracts and project teams to develop practical, commercially sound bids that can be delivered successfully.
• Manage client, subcontractor and stakeholder relationships while maintaining clear accountability for safety, environmental and quality outcomes.
• Support and develop Project Managers and emerging leaders, providing guidance through challenging delivery issues and increasing project complexity.

About You

You’re an experienced SPE / Project Manager who can operate confidently across both the technical and commercial sides of infrastructure delivery.

• Engineering degree or relevant infrastructure qualification, with 5+ years’ industry experience and at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Senior project management experience across complex water, utilities or multidisciplinary construction, with a strong understanding of electrical engineering or construction.
• Proven commercial judgement, including experience with tendering, project finances, negotiations, claims and variations.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the confidence to manage clients, subcontractors and project teams through challenging delivery environments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project and Excel, plus an open driver licence, Construction Induction Card, Senior First Aid, CPR and Confined Space Entry. Knowledge of pump fundamentals is also required; RPEQ, GC21, electrical awareness, wastewater operations, Working at Heights or EWP credentials are advantageous.

About the Company

Join an established infrastructure contractor with annual revenue approaching $300M and the backing of a successful global group, while retaining a strong local culture and genuine focus on its people.

The business delivers technically challenging work across water, utilities, resources, transport and specialist infrastructure, with in-house civil, structural, mechanical and electrical capability. You’ll work alongside experienced leaders and have exposure to varied projects, strong career development and opportunities to progress as the business continues to grow. 

“They really promote career development and care about their people. Definitely a great place to work.”

 

If you’re ready to lead complex projects, influence major opportunities and take the next step towards broader operational leadership, we’d like to hear from you.

Apply now or contact Paulina at paulina@4020consult.com for a confidential discussion.