Sr. Project Manager- Wet Utilities, Water, Sewer, Storm-Open Cut
We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of complex wet utility construction projects, including water, sewer, and stormwater infrastructure installed using open-cut methods. This role will oversee projects from pre-construction planning through to completion, ensuring work is delivered safely, efficiently, within budget, and to the required quality standards. The successful candidate will be confident managing large-scale civil works and coordinating multiple stakeholders across active construction environments.
Key responsibilities will include developing and managing project programmes, budgets, procurement plans, risk registers, and resource requirements. You will direct site teams, subcontractors, consultants, and suppliers while maintaining strong communication with clients, authorities, utility providers, and other project stakeholders. The role will involve reviewing designs and technical documentation, coordinating permits and approvals, monitoring progress against milestones, managing variations and commercial matters, and ensuring accurate project reporting. You will also lead meetings, resolve construction issues, support contract administration, and ensure all works comply with approved drawings, specifications, environmental requirements, and applicable regulations.
Applicants should have substantial experience managing wet utilities or underground civil infrastructure projects, with proven expertise in water, sewer, stormwater, and open-cut construction. A degree, diploma, or equivalent qualification in civil engineering, construction management, or a related discipline is preferred, along with strong knowledge of excavation, trench support, dewatering, pipe installation, testing, reinstatement, and traffic management. Demonstrated experience with project controls, cost forecasting, scheduling software, quality systems, and health and safety management is essential. You will be a decisive and organised leader with excellent negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills, capable of managing competing priorities and delivering results in demanding project environments. Experience working on major infrastructure or utility programmes will be highly regarded.
Sr. Project Manager- Wet Utilities, Water, Sewer, Storm-Open Cut
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