Account Manager

Account Manager – Developer Partnerships

Are you passionate about shaping the future of critical infrastructure projects? We are seeking an Account Manager to join our Growth and Development business to lead the coordination of regional/precinct management across the organisation that optimises the delivery of Sydney Water's Growth Servicing Investment Plans and supports growth and liveability outcomes across Greater Sydney.

As an Account Manager you will be responsible for building strategic relationships with major developers and business customers that optimises investment decisions, inspires innovation, and ensures a positive customer experience. The role also responsible for providing leadership and growth opportunities that motivates and inspires a team to achieve business goals.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and ongoing requirements of Precinct Management within a region, including cross organisational collaboration to better align developer and Council growth forecasts with Sydney Water Growth Servicing Investment Plans.
• Assess, prioritise and allocate Major development projects and applications to the appropriate resource within the team to ensure the work is delivered on time and meeting quality and regulatory requirements.
• Proactively manage relationships with major developers, business customers, planning authorities and industry bodies to build strategic, long-term relationships that deliver the optimal infrastructure outcomes for growth and development.
• Identify opportunities for Sydney Water to improve assets, influence timing for the delivery of the corporations' capital works, reduce capital spend by leveraging work undertaken by major developer projects.

About You:

• Relevant tertiary qualification (e.g. urban planning, engineering, business) or experience deemed equivalent.
• Demonstrated experience in working within a development servicing/ infrastructure planning environment.
• Ability to manage multidisciplinary project teams including understanding and implementing business and commercial outcomes, build commitment, and foster high performance.
• Understanding of the business, asset and financial processes and systems required to manage commercial business activities.
• Understanding of political, market and commercial drivers for major projects, and demonstrated ability to responsively negotiate, assign and manage financial, operational and business risk.
• Understanding of competition and regulatory, financial considerations associated with a regulated service provider making commercial service offerings.

Please see the position description for the role's full accountabilities. For any additional questions please reach out to – Application closing date is Friday 5th September

Research shows that women and people of colour are less likely to apply for roles if they don't meet every qualification. If, after reading this, you're not sure you tick every single criteria box, but have the passion to get behind our purpose, the determination to face a challenge and a willingness to grow and learn, we think you should click that apply button anyway. We're passionate about building a diverse and inclusive team, and love hearing from people like you.

Why Join Us?

Dive into Our Great Benefits:

Meaningful Work: Work on projects that make a tangible impact on communities, join us in shaping the future of Infrastructure in NSW.

Competitive Remuneration:We'll ensure that your skills and contributions are valued and rewarded appropriately.

Hybrid Work Environment: We offer a hybrid work model that balances remote work and office collaboration, supporting our team's productivity and well-being.

Continuous Professional Growth: We will invest in your career with leadership and development programs to propel your success.

24/7 Wellbeing Support: Access for you and your family to free and confidential mental health and general health support through our EAP portal.

Discounted Private Health Insurance: Unlock affordable access to top-tier health coverage with our discounted insurance plans.

Family First: Prioritise your family with up to 18 weeks of fully paid parental leave and a childcare allowance.

Fitness Passport: Achieve your physical fitness goals using our Fitness Passport, granting you access to a multitude of gyms and pools across NSW.

Novated Leasing: Get in the driver's seat of your financial future with our novated lease options.

Please note as part of the application process, you will be asked to undergo background checks which includes a criminal history check and a medical assessment either online or in person.  You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident at the time of submitting your application to be considered for this role.