Overview

Exciting roles are emerging in the Australian regional water industry with Beca HunterH2O, a leading consulting partner for water utilities and councils across NSW, the NT and the ACT. The team of over 300 water specialists is looking for talented project management and engineering professionals to join at junior, intermediate and senior levels to lead delivery of water and wastewater infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

- Lead project, program and design management from planning through to construction for regional water and wastewater projects.
- Collaborate with clients, stakeholders and multidisciplinary engineering teams to develop scope, cost, schedule, quality, procurement, risk and resource plans.
- Support client construction management and assist with project execution.
- Work within delivery frameworks underpinned by the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK).

Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, commerce or a related professional field.
- Experience or interest in the water industry; prior work with water utilities or local government is highly regarded.
- Knowledge of chartership pathways with Engineers Australia or similar professional organisations.




- Strong communication, coordination and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Familiarity with contract management, commercial acumen, strategic planning, partnership and portfolio management.
- Desirable knowledge of design and engineering principles within the water sector.

Desired Additional Knowledge

- Contract management and commercial acumen.
- Strategic planning and business case development.
- Partnership and portfolio management experience.
- Operations experience and business development skills.

Work Workplace & Flexibility

Beca HunterH2O values flexibility and supports remote work where possible, with “anchor days” held throughout the year for team interaction. Projects may be co‑located at client sites, and there is flexibility to work across NSW and the ACT.

Benefits

- Flexibility and wellbeing support, including dedicated leave for wellbeing and community engagement.
- Opportunities for continuous learning, professional development and support for chartership pathways.
- Diverse and inclusive culture with emphasis on mentorship and professional growth.

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📌 Project Manager - Water (Newcastle City Council)
🏢 Beca
📍 Newcastle City Council