Principal Project / Design Manager

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 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.

Due to a strong and growing pipeline of projects, we are on the search for highly successful people who are ready to lead and shape our presence in New South Wales.

About the role

You will be the face of CMP in NSW and will develop and nurture our clients to generate growth for the company. As a project practitioner, you will lead local projects and be a local contact for clients, delivering projects and positioning for new work.

Your role will also include the establishment of a new CMP office and build your team of high caliber engineering individuals.

You will be part of a national leadership team and will play a key role in CMP’s exciting growth journey.

These leadership roles do not come around often and is one with huge personal growth potential.   

About You

• Extensive major project experience preferably in water infrastructure, with Sydney Water an advantage;
• 12 – 15 years’ experience in your area of discipline;
• Chartered Engineer,
• 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.
• A strong desire to step into a key management position, disciplined self-starter.

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;
• 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?

If you would like to have a confidential discussion with Scott Nield our Regional Manager – QLD/NSW to learn more about this opportunity or other roles in our new Sydney office contact our HR team at careers@cmpgroup.com.au. Ready to apply; send your covering letter and CV and we will be in contact shortly.