Water & Wastewater Project Manager

at  Snowy Monaro Regional Council

Posted: 28/05/2024
Closing Date: 24/06/2024
Salary: $95,907.11 - $105,863.51
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Flexible - Berridale, Bombala, Cooma or Jindabyne
Job Category: Corporate Projects

JOB DESCRIPTION

Package: $95,907.11 - $105,863.51 + 11% Super (Grade 11 of the SMRC Salary System 2023-2024)
Position Description: Project Manager - Water & Wastewater

ABOUT THE ROLE:

• Support the development of the annual Water & Wastewater Capital Works Program.
• Project Management of project identified within the Water & Wastewater Capital Works Program.
• Assist in the Tender process and set up systems for the Tender documentation including technical specifications.
• in implementing Capital Works Programs, ensure all legislative and council policy requirements have been assessed. They include the following tasks (but are not limited to) :
• Ensure community consultation has been carried out prior to commencement of construction,
• Set up reporting mechanisms including the GIPA Act and register for Contract Management,
• Liaise with Finance and set up processes to ensure all project costs have been captured in the finance system.
• Assist in grant funding applications for water and wastewater projects
• Ensure all asset data and financial data of new assets are updated in the asset management and mapping systems.
• Assist in development assessments to include, inspections and testing of developer provided assets.
• Promote information sharing and knowledge transfer to drive evidence-based decision-making, enhance capability and optimise capacity.
• Contribute to the performance of the Council: demonstrate professional conduct, make the best use of knowledge, experience and skills and be accountable for own decisions and actions.
• Contribute to a safe workplace: comply with legislative and organisational requirements and be accountable for own decisions and actions.

To be successful in this role you will have:

• 3-5 years experience in Engineering Project Management.
• Tertiary Qualification in relevant field of engineering, project management or related discipline; or substantial contemporary experience in a similar role, coupled with ongoing professional development.
• Demonstrated ability to manage project budgets and reporting.
• Demonstrated experience in scoping and estimating.
• Proven track record of managing cross functional teams to deliver a high standard performance.
• Proven ability to develop and maintain internal and external stakeholder relationships to achieve outcomes that contribute to the achievement of the organisation’s strategic goals.
• Class C Drivers License