What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?
At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects, and collaborate with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life.
We foster a culture that celebrates curiosity, new ideas, and diverse perspectives—giving you the opportunity to shape a career as unique as you.
About Our Asset Management & Planning (AMP) Team
Our national AMP team delivers consulting services across strategic planning, master planning, detailed planning, business cases, and asset management for water and sewer networks, pumping stations, conveyance systems, and broader water infrastructure.
We partner with major clients including Urban Utilities, Coliban Water, Melbourne Water, and SA Water.
With a strong pipeline of work and impressive backlog, we offer both stability and the opportunity to be selective in the projects we pursue.
The Chance – Associate / Principal Planning Engineer
Reporting to the Water Section Executive, Asset Management & Planning, you will play a key role in technical delivery, client engagement, and business development.
This is a strategic leadership position, where you will help strengthen our pipeline, lead complex projects, and contribute to the continued growth and success of our Water business.
What You'll Do
Drive business development and contribute to winning work aligned with AMP services
Lead the technical delivery of projects across a range of water programs
Support and mentor team members, fostering a high-performing and inclusive culture




Translate strategic plans into actionable delivery outcomes
Build strong client relationships and represent WSP at industry events
Contribute to thought leadership within the water sector
About You
This role is critical to our future growth.
We're looking for a leader who can inspire teams, deliver technical excellence, and build trusted client relationships.
You will bring:
Strong connections within the water utilities market
Proven project management experience and commercial acumen in a consulting environment
Expertise in infrastructure and/or detailed planning for water, recycled water, or sewer systems
Experience developing and executing strategic growth initiatives
A demonstrated ability to win work and strengthen client partnerships
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to deliver successful project outcomes
Why Choose WSP?
At WSP, you'll have the scale and support to do meaningful work while being empowered to grow your career.
What we offer:
Competitive salary & benefits
including salary continuance insurance
Flexible working
options plus up to 4 additional weeks of leave
Career development
through mentoring, leadership programs, and global opportunities
Inclusive culture
that values your perspective
Family support
including up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
Purpose-driven work
that contributes to sustainable communities
For a confidential discussion, contact
Carmina Navalta
from our Talent Acquisition team.
With us, you can.
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📌 Principal/Associate Planning Engineer - Water Networks (Melbourne)
🏢 WSP
📍 Melbourne