Senior Project Manager – Optimising Digital Infrastructure (ODI)

About us 

We have a proud heritage and a progressive future, providing world class drinking water and beautiful waterways from the mountains to the sea. We see the world is changing so we are changing too. Our people and their jobs are as diverse as the communities we serve. 

About the role

This role will work on our Optimising Digital Infrastructure (ODI) Program which is consolidating and simplifying Sydney Water’s Data Centres to two new Private Data Centres, ensuring our technology services are in safe, reliable Tier 3+ Data Centre facilities.

As a Senior Project Manager, you will be responsible to lead the private cloud stream. This stream is responsible for:

• Delivery of private cloud infrastructure at nominated highly secure Data Centres.
• Manage selected vendor to provide private cloud hosting services including PROTECTED class services.
• Manage selected vendor to provide Co-location Services.
• Manage our selected vendor to design, build and maintain the hosting infrastructure for the Private Data centre.

In this role, you will:

• Manage project work applying Sydney Water’s delivery frameworks, including Prince2, the Digital Delivery Platform (DDP), and supporting business processes
• Build and manage high-performing virtual teams of 30+ professionals across multiple projects.
• Ensure clarity of roles for all team members – from SMEs to vendors and project boards.
• Drive delivery of quality, fit-for-purpose solutions aligned to corporate standards.
• Oversee business case preparation, approvals, and financial management (budgets & forecasting).
• Integrate projects into the broader Digital portfolio, ensuring alignment to benefits, scope, schedule, and budget.
• Champion Sydney Water’s cultural values (Blue Bus & Signature Behaviours).

Experience and Qualifications:

• A degree in technology or related sphere. 
• 10+ years’ experience successfully project managing technology projects; preferably a background in technology delivery
• Additional training and qualification in project management (Prince2 Certification).
• Proven experience managing large programs and multiple projects in parallel.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Expertise in project governance, financials, and resource management.
• Ability to build collaborative, high-performing teams.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills
• Australian Government Baseline security clearance or above is highly desirable

Essential Requirements

•  You must be an Australian Citizen at the time of submitting your application to be considered for this role.
• 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.   

Willing to submit to Australian Government Security Vetting process.

• Flexibility to travel across Sydney Water sites as required. 

Closing Date: Tuesday 21^st June 2026 11:59pm AEST.

Please advise if you require any adjustments to actively participate in the application and recruitment process. Please contact Sunil.Nagarajan@sydneywater.com.au for any further information.

Dive into Our Great Benefits! 

• Competitive Compensation: We’ll 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 team's 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. 
• Novated Leasing: Get in the driver's seat of your financial future with our novated lease options. 

Working at Sydney Water  

At Sydney Water, we are passionate about making a difference to the lives of our customers and communities. We have a proud heritage and progressive future providing world class drinking water and services that are vital to our customers’ quality of life and safeguarding Sydney’s future. We see the world is changing, so we are changing too. 

Our vision is to create better lives through world-class services, and we believe that starts with our people. Our people and their jobs are as diverse as the communities we serve. 

 We welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including First Nations people, LGBTQIA+ people, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and veterans. 

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