It’s easy to take water for granted, but at CMP we don’t. It’s essential for life, and it’s a resource that is only getting scarcer. We love that we get to use our engineering and project management skills to make water supplies available, fit for purpose, and sustainable for future generations. If this sounds like something that you’d like to be a part of, read on.
About Us
We are CMP Consulting Group Pty Ltd. We are part of Vysarn Ltd (ASX:VYS), a growing network of businesses focused on integrated water and infrastructure services. We are leaders in the water industry, and we are passionate about the impact we can have for Australian communities through our work. Everything we do, we do to provide excellent, long-lasting outcomes for our clients and the customers that we serve. We create value for our clients and our staff by challenging the status quo that is offered by multi-national consultancies.
About the role
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Project Manager, ideally with water industry design experience, to join our team of industry specialists. In this role you will play a key part in project delivery on a variety of long-term contracts for our valued clients – including Sydney Water, Melbourne Water, all three Melbourne metro water agencies, Barwon Water, and most regional Victorian water agencies, amongst others around Australia and New Zealand. This opportunity is to be based out of our Melbourne office, however given our recent expansion interstate and into New Zealand, we would be open to hearing from great candidates based in Perth, Brisbane or Wellington (NZ).
What will you do?
- Develop and manage project plans, budgets, and schedules.
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure project requirements are met.
- Procure and manage subconsultants and contractors.
- Ensure compliance with all safety, quality, and environmental requirements.
- Oversee contract administration, including handling claims, variations, and other related tasks.
- Lead the tender, evaluation, and award process.
- Manage project risks and implement mitigation strategies.
- Coordinate technical support during the design and construction phases.
- There is opportunity for a PM with a water engineering design background to take on design management responsibilities on projects as well.
- Opportunity to have input into the strategic direction of CMP into the future by drawing on your experience, knowledge and contacts in the industry.
About You
We would like you to bring a consultative approach, with an ability to prioritise your work and get things done with a ‘can do’ attitude – and to enjoy what you do, like we do. Ideally you will also possess the following:
- Tertiary qualification in Engineering or related field.
- Qualification in project management highly regarded.
- Demonstrated experience in project management, preferably in water infrastructure or a related industry.
- Strong understanding of contract management and project delivery processes.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, with strong time and budget management skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and as a member of a team.
- Ability to demonstrated alignment with CMP values through previous working experiences.
Why work here?
- Work/life balance – flexible working hours, part- or full-time work, hybrid office/work from home arrangements, paid parental leave, purchased leave options.
- Culture – client and community focused, inclusive of all, fun and relational connection and access to decision-makers, with a focus on wellbeing, safety, and health.
- Career advancement – develop leadership skills in a growing business, paid EA membership, support to achieve and maintain chartership, peer-to-peer training through in-house CMP University program, all expenses paid industry events.
- Variety – involvement in master planning to detailed design, design and construct partnerships, and asset management, working across a diverse client base.
- Impact – get involved with an awarding-winning leader in social procurement with initiatives supporting Aboriginal businesses, women in STEM, and carbon and sustainability.
- We care about where we’re going – the outcomes of our work on people and planet; and how we get there – putting safety and wellbeing first and always helping each other out.
How to apply?
It’s important to us you enjoy time with your family and friends over the holiday period, however, if you have been contemplating your next career opportunity, we’ll be back on board from Monday 5th January reading your applications.
Recruiters, please note that unsolicited CVs will not be accepted on this occasion.
