Water Service Coordinator

About the role

Orion Group, a multi-disciplinary land development company with five offices across NSW and Queensland, is hiring a Water Service Coordinator in Sydney. The role plays a key part in planning, delivering and closing out water and wastewater infrastructure projects, working with clients, authorities, contractors and internal teams so projects are safe, efficient, on time and within budget. It also includes mentoring junior team members, supporting business development and promoting a collaborative team culture.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the planning, delivery and close-out of water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Coordinate project resources, including internal teams, contractors and specialist consultants.
• Monitor project budgets, forecasting, invoicing and variation management.
• Liaise with Sydney Water, utility authorities, local councils and regulatory agencies to obtain approvals.
• Carry out site supervision, inspections and attend project meetings.
• Prepare and review technical reports, engineering designs, tender documentation and project deliverables.
• Maintain regular contact with clients and stakeholders.
• Provide leadership, mentoring and development support to junior team members.
• Prepare project progress reports, project programs and budget updates.
• Support business development activities, proposals and client engagement.
• Contribute to continuous improvement, systems development and best-practice delivery.
• Promote and adhere to the company's Integrated Management System and values.

Required profile

• Advanced Diploma in Civil Engineering.
• 5 to 10 years' experience in civil infrastructure or water servicing.
• Sydney Water accreditation as a Competent Designer with a minimum C1 level.
• Strong understanding of Sydney Water approval pathways, standards and WSC systems.

Required skills

• Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong commercial awareness and project budgeting experience.