Project Engineer

Project Engineer

• Mitchell, Canberra ACT
• Full time ongoing
• Level 4 Zone A
• $112,116 - $136,696 + 15% super

The Opportunity:

Icon Water’s Project Delivery team is responsible for delivering the capital and major maintenance projects which ensure Icon Water can meet the needs of the Canberra community. 

Reporting to a Project Manager, you will be responsible for the coordination of project activities associated with delivering multi-disciplined, multi-million-dollar infrastructure projects.  Your work will include the liaison with stakeholders, engagement and management of design consultants and construction contractors, production of funding and statutory approval documentation, reporting on budget and schedule, commissioning of assets, and the compilation of handover deliverables.

The work you do will contribute to the safe and efficient delivery of projects that guarantee people’s access to safe, reliable water and wastewater services. If you are a detail oriented professional and are looking to develop your project management skills in a dynamic client-side environment, then we would like to hear from you. 

What are we looking for?

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Engineering (or equivalent).
• Knowledge and experience with established project management methodologies 
• Experience delivering engineering projects with a background in contracting, consultancy, or client-side management.
• Experience in procurement and contract management.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills including the ability to network and influence a variety of stakeholders.
• Knowledge of site safety in the construction industry.

About Icon Water

Icon Water owns and operates Canberra’s network of water and wastewater infrastructure and assets to ensure the delivery of safe drinking water and reliable sewerage services. Icon Water has been part of the Canberra community for 100 years. We are a people focused organisation, acknowledging our people are our greatest asset. 

Icon Water is an Equal Opportunity Employer, which values diversity, and inclusion. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disabilities, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and all ages. We have a strong focus on gender balance within the organisation and encourage women to apply.

We want our people to be empowered to work in a collaborative and productive way and that your work and personal lives are in harmony. The Careers link on the Icon Water website will show you our great employee benefits, along with hearing from team members about our flexible working arrangements.

How can I apply?

If this role interests you, please log on to our recruitment portal and submit in PDF format:

1. A brief cover letter, 
2. your resume, and submit concise responses to the following selection criteria (max 200 words each).   

• Knowledge and experience with project scheduling, cashflow forecasting and reporting.
• Experience with developing tender documentation, including technical requirements, returnable schedules, and undertaking tender evaluations.
• Experience in the management contracts including handling of payments, variations, and requests for information.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and prioritise tasks to meet agreed timeframes.

Applications close on Monday 11th March 2024.

More information:

For more information about this role contact Andrew Grant on ************@iconwater.com.au or phone 0429 130 ***.