Strategic Infrastructure Lead for Major Water Projects
5 days ago
About Our Client
Michael Page is committed to connecting talented professionals with challenging projects in North Queensland.
Job OverviewWe are seeking a highly skilled Senior Project Engineer to lead our Major Projects portfolio, focusing on complex water treatment projects. As a Strategic Infrastructure Lead, you will play a crucial role in expanding and building resilience into the existing water network in Cairns.
This is an exceptional opportunity to work as a strategic leader for the largest infrastructure project in North Queensland.
Key Responsibilities- Provide specialist engineering advice on the delivery of major capital projects, ensuring alignment with the Council's goals and objectives.
- Lead teams for project delivery activities, driving efficiency and Value for Money opportunities across the Major Projects portfolio.
- Undertake thorough analysis of tender submissions, preparing detailed reports for senior management and the Council.
- Assist the Executive Manager Major Projects in leadership and supervision of allocated teams and work programs.
- Manage workload across teams, promoting collaboration and delivering projects within budget and time constraints.
- Offer expert professional advice to other Council Officers, stakeholders, and Councillors on current and proposed projects.
- Responsible for overall delivery, project management, and contract management of elements of major capital works projects completed by both internal and external resources.
- Work under limited supervision from the relevant Executive Manager Major Projects to lead and direct project teams and supervise staff and contractors.
- Provide regular reports on project expenditure and scheduling, including details on progress claims, variations, and expenditure trends.
- Lead consultation and negotiation with internal and external authorities, ensuring effective communication and stakeholder engagement.
The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor of Engineering or other relevant Engineering qualification, with extensive civil engineering, project, and contract management experience in a medium to large multi-disciplined organisation.
Requirements- Bachelor of Engineering or other relevant Engineering qualification.
- Extensive civil engineering, project, and contract management experience in a medium to large multi-disciplined organisation.
- Demonstrated extensive industry experience in water or water-related projects.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multi-disciplinary project teams to achieve project & corporate objectives.
- Working knowledge and understanding of relevant Standards and Legislation.
- Working knowledge and understanding of project management frameworks, such as PMBOK, PRINCE2, and other industry standards.
The estimated salary range for this position is AU$120,000 - AU$150,000 per annum, depending on qualifications and experience.
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