Job Description
Description
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What if you could shape a career as unique as you?
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At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field. Together, we can create a positive, lasting impact on the communities we serve.
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We're currently seeking a Deputy Project Manager to join our Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) team. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly organised and proactive professional to support the delivery of a diverse portfolio of consulting projects across Australia.
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The opportunity
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In this role, you'll work closely with Team Executives and Project Managers to help deliver high-quality project outcomes while ensuring financial and operational performance is maintained. You'll be instrumental in supporting project controls, financial tracking, and portfolio management activities that drive successful delivery.
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You'll thrive in this role if you enjoy working with data, improving systems, and supporting teams to deliver projects efficiently and effectively.
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What you'll do
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Support the successful delivery of a portfolio of EHS projects in line with best practice project management principles
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Partner with Project Managers to manage budgets, track costs, validate invoicing, and support project close-out
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Monitor project performance including margins and labour multipliers, identifying risks and opportunities
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Assist in preparing monthly and quarterly financial reports and insights for leadership
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Coordinate project reviews, track actions, and follow up on deliverables
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Identify and escalate project or portfolio "red flags" to support proactive management
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Support procurement processes and supplier engagement
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Contribute to time tracking, reporting, and invoicing activities
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Collaborate with Project Finance Specialists to maintain accurate financial forecasts
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Champion health, safety, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives
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Support initiatives that enhance client experience and project delivery outcomes
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About you
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You're a detail-oriented and systems-minded professional who brings structure and clarity to complex project environments. You're confident working across multiple priorities and communicating with a wide range of stakeholders.
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You'll also bring:
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A Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline
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2–6 years' experience in project coordination, project support, or similar roles
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Working knowledge of project management frameworks (e.g. PMI)
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Experience with project controls, cost tracking, or financial reporting
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Strong organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail
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Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel and Word skills
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Experience in consulting environments and/or PMP certification (desirable)
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What we offer
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At WSP, we're committed to supporting our people to thrive. We offer:
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Flexible working arrangements to suit your lifestyle
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A collaborative and inclusive culture
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Opportunities to work on impactful, meaningful projects
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Professional development and career growth opportunities
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A solid focus on health, safety, and wellbeing
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📌 Deputy Project Manager (New South Wales)
🏢 WSP
📍 New South Wales