• An exciting opportunity to be a part of Sydney Water’s Capital Works Programme, which is a $34 Billion Infrastructure upgrade project
• Permanent role with generous salary package + benefits on offer
• Join our growing team to deliver essential services for a sustainable and prosperous water future

We are seeking 4 Principal Engineers as part of the Engineering and Technical Support business where you will be responsible for the leadership of all aspects of design development, including scope definition, reference or concept designs, specifications development and the client-side management of designs throughout the life of the project.

Responsibilities

• Ensure designs addresses key risks while balancing the most efficient approach for delivery, timeliness in the best interests of customers
• Ensure design is compliant to Sydney Water’s sustainability objectives. Ensure designs reduce embedded and generated carbon, at appropriate price points
• Ensure buildability, operability and maintainability of designs
• Administer control of consultants’ contracts including variations, time extensions, disputes, performance, resource allocation and contractual finalisation
• Develop plans in conjunction with project team the strategies for operational handover and benefit realisation.
• Ensure efficient handover to Project Engineer for delivery phase of the project
• Develop business cases and manage consultants’ contracts, including variations, time extensions, disputes, performance, resource allocation, and finalisation.
• Engage with contractors via Early Contractor Involvement to develop methodologies and cost estimates for projects.

Essential Criteria:

• Engineering degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent that is recognised under the Washington Accord
• Demonstrated experience in leading the planning and delivery of the engineering aspects of high risk/complexity projects
• Demonstrated experience in planning and/or managing the delivery of large engineering infrastructure projects
• Demonstrated skills in preparation of engineering project objectives, scope, and specifications.
• Demonstrated experience in utilising engineering principles, methodologies and tools
• Understanding of regulatory requirements as they relate to the delivery of engineering solutions, design and large capital projects

We have different organisational employee benefits you can access once you are onboarded. Just to name a few:

• Flexible & Hybrid working options.
• Childcare allowances.
• Up to 18 weeks of paid parental leave.
• Fitness passport providing access to numerous gyms and pools across NSW
• Employee Assistance Program – My wellbeing, my way
• Health and Wellbeing programs
• Novated Leases and Salary sacrifice
• Discounted health Insurance

Application Process:

Please submit a resume and cover letter, your cover letter should be no more than one single side, addressing the essential criteria of this job advertisement.

Your application will also be assessed on the job description accountabilities, skills and experience; please review this document carefully before applying.

Deadline:

Application close on the 11:59 pm on 17th of December 2024.

Diversity and Inclusion:

We welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, carers, culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and veterans.

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Do you think you are up for the challenge? We would love to hear from you! Please submit your resume, cover letter outlining your experiences and respond to the screening questions as part of the application.

Please see the position description for the role’s full accountabilities.