Planning & Scheduling DirectorHybrid

• Contribute to delivering multibillion-dollar water infrastructure programs, offering long-term involvement in complex, large-scale projects.
• Join a leading client organisation which is one of Australia’s largest deliverers of major infrastructure projects, shaping transformative water solutions.
• Work on world-class projects right here in Sydney, no airmiles required! Enjoy the flexibility of working hours to suit your needs.

Who we are:

Sydney Water is undertaking a 10-year multibillion dollar Infrastructure program to renew, expand & build infrastructure to support a more sustainable, resilient, and efficient water network for Sydney’s growing population. We provide safe drinking, recycled, wastewater, and stormwater services with a focus on reliability, affordability, and environmental sustainability. As a state-owned corporation, we prioritize customers and communities. 

About the role:

The Planning and Scheduling Director leads planning and scheduling across Infrastructure Delivery, ensuring projects have robust, efficient schedules for reliable outcomes. Reporting to the Head of Business Performance Delivery Hub, the role empowers teams with frameworks, standards, and tools like Primavera P6 while driving activity management, critical path analysis, and earned value to optimize sequencing and efficiency.

Extensive experience in Planning & Scheduling for large construction projects is essential. Candidates with experience limited to IT, finance, or banking will NOT meet the role criteria.

Key Responsibilities:

• Apply and continuously improve planning and scheduling frameworks, standards, and tools across all infrastructure delivery projects.
• Empower delivery teams to manage schedules while providing assurance, intervention, and risk oversight for time, cost, and interdependencies.
• Partner with project teams to develop and maintain integrated schedules, ensuring consistent use of Primavera P6, earned value, and critical path analysis.
• Deliver timely insights and foresight on schedule health, resource constraints, and risks to enable proactive decision-making.
• Build capability through coaching and mentoring, fostering a collaborative culture of scheduling excellence and continuous improvement.

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Relevant qualifications in project/program management, engineering, or a technical discipline, combined with business or management expertise.
• Significant leadership experience in planning and scheduling for major infrastructure or capital delivery programs.
• Advanced knowledge of project controls tools and techniques, including Primavera P6, earned value management, activity management, and critical path analysis.
• Proven ability to establish governance frameworks and uplift scheduling discipline across complex projects and programs.
• Strong communication, coaching, and stakeholder engagement skills, with a track record of influencing senior leaders and developing team capability.

Essential Requirements:  

·       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 person.  

·       You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident at the time of submitting your application to be considered for this role. 

Please see the job profile for the role’s full accountabilities 

Dive into Our Great Benefits! 

• Competitive Remuneration: We’ll ensure that your skills and contributions are valued and rewarded appropriately. 
• Employee Networks: We proudly offer and support Employee Led networks, such as Women of Water, Pride, First Nations and Disability & Neurodiversity Networks 
• Continuous Professional Growth: We will invest in your career with leadership and development programs to propel your success in the direction you desire. 
• 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 generous 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 driver's seat of your financial future with our novated lease options. 

Closing Date: Monday 1st December at 11:59 PM AEST

We want to ensure you feel supported and informed throughout every step of our recruitment process. Please advise if you require any adjustments to actively participate in the application and recruitment process. Please contact deirbhile.neary@sydneywater.com.au for any further information.

Working at Sydney Water 

We welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and veterans.  

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 LiveHire’s Terms,Privacy Policy and Sydney Water’s Privacy 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.