Principal Investment Program Manager
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Job Location:
Parramatta - Australia
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
- Drive the delivery of Sydney Waters capital investment portfolio to ensure infrastructure is efficient future-ready and aligned with strategic objectives
- Lead a high-performing team to manage program benefits budgets and performance across major infrastructure projects
- Full-time permanent role; Parramatta-based with flexible hybrid work arrangements available.
An exciting opportunity to join Sydney Waters Infrastructure Portfolio Investment Management Office (IP-IMO) as part of the Infrastructure Investment and Asset performance team.
This team ensures that Sydney Waters assets and infrastructure are both efficient and fit for purpose now and into the future to support great services delivery to our customers.
The IP-IMO team manages Sydney Waters capital investment portfolio allocating funding setting budgets and ensuring ROI on investment into capital infrastructure projects.
Responsibilities:
The Investment Program Manager will support the successful delivery of Growth program outcomes through the right projects at the right time whilst ensuring the realisation of program benefits within scope time resource quality and budget constraints.
- Develop the Sydney Water Infrastructure Portfolio Programs and Projects in the context of current business objectives and operating environment and to ensure successful portfolio delivery and realisation of outcomes.
- Deliver infrastructure asset performance outcomes effectively balancing cost risk and performance in alignment with the Strategic Asset Management Plan and relevant strategic asset management frameworks.
- Leads and manages day-to-day performance of the IP-IMO Investment Management team on behalf of the IP-IMO Infrastructure Portfolio Operations Director.
Essential Requirements:
- Degree qualifications in a relevant discipline e.g. Engineering Business or Finance.
- Significant experience (Circa 10 - 15years) in establishing embedding and improving Portfolio Management functions / capabilities preferably in an infrastructure / utility / regulated organisation.
- Demonstrated experience partnering with and obtaining operational support from senior management and Executives.
- Strong experience in program reporting and analysis to identify trends and issues for remediation.
- Comprehensive understanding of best practice project and program management methodologies with demonstrated implementation experience.
- Working knowledge of SAP and Primavera (or equivalent ERP and PMS experience) desirable.
- Good knowledge of techniques for planning monitoring and controlling programs including risk management.
Please see the position description for the roles full any additional questions please reach out to Application closing date is Monday 3rd November 2025
Please note as part of the application process you will be asked to undergo background checks which includes a criminal history check and a medical assessment either online or in must be anAustralian CitizenorPermanent Residentat the time of submitting your application to be considered for this role.
Research shows that women and people of colour are less likely to apply for roles if they dont meet every qualification. If after reading this youre not sure you tick every single criteria box but have the passion to get behind our purpose the determination to face a challenge and a willingness to grow and learn we think you should click that apply button anyway. Were passionate about building a diverse and inclusive team and love hearing from people like you.
Why join us
Dive into Our Great Benefits:
Competitive Remuneration:Well ensure that your skills and contributions are valued and rewarded appropriately.
Hybrid Work Environment:We offer a hybrid work model that balances remote work and office collaboration supporting our teams productivity and well-being.
Continuous Professional Growth:We will invest in your career with leadership and development programs to propel your success.
24/7 Wellbeing Support:Access for you and your family to free and confidential mental health and general health support through our EAP portal.
Discounted Private Health Insurance:Unlock affordable access to top-tier health coverage with our discounted insurance plans.
Family First:Prioritise your family with up to 18 weeks of fully paid parental leave and a childcare allowance.
Fitness Passport:Achieve your physical fitness goals using our Fitness Passport granting you access to a multitude of gyms and pools across NSW.
Novated Leasing:Get in the drivers seat of your financial future with our novated lease options.
As part of the application process Sydney Water will be collecting your personal information to assess your suitability for the role. We will also use your personal information to establish a LiveHire talent profile in our Talent Community.
Your personal information will be collected in accordance with LiveHiresTermsand Sydney WatersPrivacy Collection Statement Job Application.Please note as part of the application process you will be asked to undergo background checks which includes a criminal history check.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Project Management Methodology
- Project / Program Management
- Program Management
- Management Experience
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Project Management
- Microsoft Project
- Budgeting
- DoD Experience
- Leadership Experience
- Supervising Experience
- Contracts
About Company
Sydney Water's role goes far beyond supplying water, wastewater, recycled water and stormwater services. From the health of the city and its people, to managing the environment and the health of our waterways we're helping to create a better life for Greater Sydney.
