AddressSequana is a vibrant and growing project management consultancy providing strategic advisory and management services across the water, environment and energy sectors. With offices in Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane, we work with both the private sector and government organisations to break the mould and redefine the future of Australia’s major water/environment/energy projects. We are committed to delivering exceptional results for our clients throughout all stages of a project and beyond.
As a Project Support Officer at Sequana, you will be a vital member of our project management consulting team, contributing to the successful delivery of medium to large scale projects. Your expertise in project coordination and problem-solving will be instrumental in ensuring project efficiency and effectiveness. We are seeking a proactive, solutions-focused individual, preferably with exposure to large government projects. If you are a multitasking, technology-savvy team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment, this role offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact.
What you do
- Project Support and Coordination: Provide comprehensive support to Project Managers in planning, organising, and coordinating various aspects of medium to large infrastructure projects.
- Assist in monitoring project progress and milestone achievement, reporting any potential issues to the relevant managers.
- Use business systems to maintain project dashboards or tracking systems to monitor project progress and key milestones.
- Document Control and Management: Oversee the implementation and maintenance of a robust document control system for major projects, ensuring accurate records, version control, and accessibility.
- Work with project managers to proactively identify project challenges and develop practical solutions to keep projects on track. Organise regular project meetings, distribute agendas, and capture meeting minutes.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address issues promptly and effectively, contributing to successful project outcomes.
- Support resource allocation and scheduling for project tasks. Assist in tracking resource availability and utilisation using business systems to ensure optimal project performance.
- Collaborate with project team members to ensure seamless communication and coordination throughout the project lifecycle.
- Prepare regular project status reports for various stakeholders, highlighting key accomplishments, challenges, and upcoming milestones.
- Contribute to the culture of continuous improvement and efficiency by identifying opportunities to streamline processes and procedures.
- Maintain a high level of professional integrity and confidentiality associated with the data entry and management of records.
Who you are
Candidates should possess:
- Bachelor's degree or similar relevant qualifications in Business, Project Management or a related field.
- 5+ years of relevant experience in project coordination or Project Support roles.
- Proactive and solutions focused with a strong attention to detail.
- Demonstrated technology skills, including proficiency in MS Office Suite and an appreciation for the importance of document management and quality assurance to ensure project deliverables and records align with business expectations.
- Knowledge of Government stakeholder processes and procedures is preferred.
- Display a high aptitude for learning and adopting new technologies relevant to project management and consulting.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills together with the ability to work autonomously when required.
- Highly organised with the ability to manage and prioritise concurrent tasks.
- Experience efficiently managing project team calendars and schedules, ensuring optimal time management and resource utilisation.
- Enthusiastic Team Player: Foster a positive and enthusiastic team culture, collaborating effectively with colleagues to achieve project goals.
What it's like working at Sequana:
There are a ton of reasons why Sequana is an amazing company to work at, and here are some that we think you'll find most interesting!
- Our culture - We have a wonderful team of brilliant high achievers built on a culture of empathy, collaboration, integrity, openness, and professional excellence. We have created a family-like environment, attracting the best in the industry who share our passion for water and are willing to put in extraordinary efforts to deliver exceptional outcomes.
- Award-winning - We are an award-winning company – we have won ‘Great Place to Work’ awards across Australia.
- Exciting projects - Sequana is on an exciting growth journey. Here at Sequana, you are seen as the expert and will have the opportunity to own projects end to end, and truly make a difference.
- Continuous learning - We celebrate continuous learning at Sequana and have a Sequana Academy, offering employees the opportunity to receive professional coaching services and training, with a focus on personal development.
- Compensation - We offer an attractive compensation package and a flexible work environment.
- Reward and recognition - We promote an environment of reward and recognition. At Sequana, you will be recognized for your efforts, and for each anniversary, we will celebrate you, and reward you for your contribution!
- Diverse and inclusive environment - We promote an inclusive and diverse environment at Sequana and have many events and activities that truly make Sequana a ‘Great Place to Work.'
