Project Manager – Sewerage & Drainage

About the role

The role involves leading a key integrated master‑planning project covering stormwater, drainage, flood alleviation, wastewater networks, treatment plants, pumping stations and recycled water. You will coordinate data collection, strategy review, contract administration and extensive client liaison.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the work input of a multidisciplinary team of engineers and experts.
• Lead the integrated master‑planning process for sewerage, surface water, groundwater and treated effluent.
• Provide day‑to‑day oversight of team leads and ensure contract administration aligns with client requests.
• Oversee data collection, analysis and the preparation of technical specifications and guidance documents.
• Prepare and review progress reports, commercial reviews, variation orders and claims.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an internationally recognised university.
• Minimum 18 years of relevant experience.
• Membership of an accredited Project Management institution and Chartered Engineer status.
• Experience with wastewater, recycled water, surface and groundwater systems and planning.

Required skills

• Technical writing and preparation of engineering deliverables.
• Contract administration and commercial project reviews.
• Project planning and risk mitigation.
• Proficiency in English (written and spoken) and strong computer skills.