Job Description
Utilities Project Manager – Civil Construction
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Sydney, NSW
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Our client is an established civil infrastructure contractor with a strong pipeline of projects across NSW. With continued growth within their utilities division, they are looking to appoint an experienced Project Manager to oversee the successful delivery of a range of civil and utilities projects. This is a hands‐on project leadership position suited to someone who is commercially astute, technically capable and confident managing projects, people and clients from mobilisation through to completion.
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The Opportunity
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Reporting into the senior leadership team, you will be responsible for the overall performance of your projects, with a focus on safety, program, quality, commercial outcomes and client satisfaction.
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You will work closely with engineers, supervisors, subcontractors and external stakeholders, providing direction across the project lifecycle and ensuring works are delivered efficiently and to specification.
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The successful candidate will have a solid background in utilities and civil infrastructure, with the ability to manage multiple work fronts and make sound decisions in a fast‐moving construction environment.
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Your responsibilities will include:
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Taking overall responsibility for the delivery and performance of assigned projects.
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Establishing project plans, construction programs, budgets and financial forecasts.
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Coordinating engineering, site and construction teams to achieve project milestones.
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Monitoring project costs, variations, claims and overall commercial performance.
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Planning and coordinating the supply of labour, materials, plant and equipment.
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Engaging with and managing subcontractors throughout the project lifecycle.
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Maintaining regular communication with clients, consultants, authorities and other project stakeholders.




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Identifying potential project issues and implementing practical solutions before they impact delivery.
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Ensuring all works meet required safety, environmental and quality standards.
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Providing accurate project reporting, cost‐to‐complete forecasts and progress updates.
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Supporting the pre‐construction and tendering process for future projects.
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Representing the organisation at project and client meetings.
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Providing leadership and guidance to engineers and other members of the project team.
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What We're Looking For
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We're interested in speaking with Project Managers who have a proven track record in civil construction and utilities infrastructure.
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Your experience is likely to include several of the following:
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Water and sewer infrastructure.
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Stormwater drainage, pipelines and culverts.
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Utility relocation projects.
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FRP works within a civil construction workplace.
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Working with NSW utility authorities and associated standards and requirements.
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Beyond your technical experience, you'll need strong commercial awareness and the confidence to manage clients, subcontractors and internal teams.
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You'll be someone who can take ownership, communicate effectively and remain solutions-focused when projects become challenging.
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Qualifications & Requirements:
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A degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline.
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Demonstrated experience working for Sydney Water accredited subcontractor (Tier 2/3)
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Current Australian Driver Licence.
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White Card.
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Advantageous:
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Sydney Water experience, training or relevant accreditations.
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Sydney Water Key Personnel experience.
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Working Near Live Utilities accreditation.
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Confined Space accreditation.
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First Aid certification.
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Formal project management qualifications.
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📌 Project Manager - Utilities (New South Wales)
🏢 Core Talent
📍 New South Wales