Project Manager in Geelong

Deliver high-value, complex infrastructure projects from planning through to completion. Navigate complex stakeholder, governance and government funding requirements. Help deliver a major program of investment that will shape the future of our region.

Barwon Water is embarking on a portfolio of high-profile, strategically significant major projects. We're looking for an experienced Major Projects - Project Manager to help turn that ambition into delivery.

As a Major Projects - Project Manager, you'll take a hands-on role in driving major capital projects through planning, procurement, delivery, commissioning and close-out. You'll manage project scope, cost, schedule, quality and risk, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, contractors and stakeholders to keep delivery on track. With projects involving significant investment, complex stakeholder environments and government funding requirements, you'll bring structure, momentum and strong project discipline to each stage of delivery.

Working closely with the Project Director, project sponsors and internal and external stakeholders, you'll identify and resolve issues, manage critical interfaces and provide clear reporting and advice to support informed decision-making. This is an opportunity to work on complex, high-value projects with real strategic importance, playing a key role in translating ambitious plans into successful outcomes for our customers, communities and region.

You're an experienced Project Manager who has supported the delivery of Major Projects, and someone who knows how to take complex infrastructure projects from plan to delivery. You're organised, commercially aware and comfortable balancing multiple priorities while maintaining a strong focus on scope, budget, schedule, risk and outcomes.

You bring strong stakeholder and contractor management skills and can confidently navigate complex governance, reporting and funding requirements. You're a practical problem-solver who anticipates issues, creates clarity and keeps people and projects moving forward.

A relevant engineering, project management or related qualification, combined with significant experience delivering large and complex infrastructure projects, will be important. Experience within the water, utilities or broader infrastructure sector would be advantageous.

Barwon Water is Victoria's largest regional urban water corporation, with more than 110 years' experience in delivering world-class water, sewerage and recycled water services to our customers and community. More than just taps and toilets, we're a pivotal player in the region's ongoing social, economic and environmental prosperity.

We care about where we live and work, and we're always looking for like-minded people to join our team. At Barwon Water, we believe that every individual has something valuable to offer. We understand that the more diverse workforce, the wider the variety of ideas we bring to the table. Enjoy being part of an organisation that values results, personal and professional growth, workplace diversity and a balance between work and life commitments.