Senior Project Manager
Job Summary
ACCIONA is a global company leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65000 professionals present in more than 40 countries across the five continents all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference promote sustainable development and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change overpopulation and water scarcity Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.
Job Description
Benefits
Annual pay review and discretionary bonus
Career Development Strong Culture Inclusive and Support Environment
Passionate about innovation and continuous improvement
Strong commitment to economic environmental and social progress
Join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs toachieve a sustainable future
The Project
The ACCIONA-led consortium known as the Alkimos SeaWater Alliance will design build operate and maintain the future Alkimos Seawater Desalination Plant in Perth for ten years. The Stage 1 design and construct project is scheduled to deliver drinking water in 2028 as part of an overall Water Corporation program of works valued at AU$2.8 billion
Alkimos Water Precinct - will help the region manage the combination of declining rainfall and population growth. Since 1970 winter rainfall in southwest Western Australia has decreased by about 20 per cent while Perths population - currently 2.12 million - is expected to reach 2.9 million by 2031 and 3.5 million by 2050 making it Australias third largest city and significantly increasing the demand for drinking water.
About the opportunity:
The Senior Project Manager M&E leads the end-to-end delivery of complex infrastructure projects with a strong focus on mechanical and electrical systems integration. The role ensures effective coordination across engineering design planning procurement installation testing and commissioning activities in line with ACCIONA standards and industry best practices.
Responsible for overseeing project scope budgets schedules and resource allocation the Senior Project Manager drives the successful delivery of M&E packages ensuring systems are installed integrated and commissioned safely compliantly and to the highest quality standards.
The role ensures alignment between civil structural and M&E disciplines to support seamless project execution. Leading multidisciplinary teams and managing key stakeholder relationships the Senior Project Manager promotes clear communication proactive risk identification and effective issue resolution.
The position maintains rigorous project controls accurate documentation and reporting while ensuring all M&E works meet safety environmental quality time and commercial performance objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Responsible for overseeing project scope budgets schedules and resource allocation the Senior Project Manager drives the successful delivery of M&E packages ensuring systems are installed integrated and commissioned safely compliantly and to the highest quality standards.
The role ensures alignment between civil structural and M&E disciplines to support seamless project execution.
Leading multidisciplinary teams and managing key stakeholder relationships the Senior Project Manager promotes clear communication proactive risk identification and effective issue resolution.
Required Skills and Competencies
- Bachelor degree in Engineering or equivalent
- 15 years management experience in delivery of major infrastructure projects
- Proven experience leading multidisciplinary teams on large and complex Tier 1 projects
- Fluent in the Microsoft Office suite proficiency in Excel and Project essential
- Strong communications skills with capacity to engage senior engineers clients and community stakeholders
- Commercial acumen with experience navigating contract requirements deliverables and change Processes
- Ability to develop scopes of work delivery plans design schedules and resource forecast.
ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer& 2025 certification in Australia which certifies the companys commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002 ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3000 people in its renewable energy infrastructure and water projects across Australia & New Zealand.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity. Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
ACCIONA has successfully delivered major infrastructure projects in Canada since 2000. Its leadership and experience span the entire value chain, from research and development to construction, operation and maintenance of projects.