Principal Design Manager, Water
Core
Strategic leadership for major water infrastructure projects across Australia, from concept to commissioning, serving water authorities and communities.
Role type
Principal Design Manager (Water Infrastructure)
Builds
Complex water and wastewater treatment plants, pump stations, pipelines, conveyance systems, and network infrastructure.
Domain
Water infrastructure / Civil Engineering
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Leading large multidisciplinary teams, commercial management, risk mitigation, stakeholder engagement, strategic project delivery, mentoring technical leaders, collaborative delivery models (Design & Construct, Alliance, PPP)
Preferred skills
Experience with water/wastewater networks, tertiary qualifications in Civil/Mechanical/Process/Environmental Engineering/Construction Management, Chartered status
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Lead delivery of large complex water infrastructure projects from concept to commissioning; Provide leadership across multidisciplinary design teams and construction interfaces; Build trusted relationships with water authorities, government agencies, and regulators; Oversee project governance, commercial management, and risk mitigation; Drive collaboration across technical disciplines; Mentor and develop project managers and design managers; Contribute to strategic pursuits and major project opportunities
Seniority
Principal, strategic leadership & mentorship