* One of Australia’s largest employee-owned environmental and social consultancies
* Oversee diverse and large-scale environmental projects
* Flexible working options and benefits to support a healthy work-life balance
About Umwelt
With over three decades of experience and nine locations nationwide, we are a team of vibrant professionals servicing a range of sectors including renewables, infrastructure, sustainability, defence, regulation and policy, critical minerals, and urban development. We provide fully integrated environmental and social assessment and management services including concept and feasibility, technical assessment, consultation, approvals, delivery, operation, and decommissioning.
As we continue to grow, Umwelt is actively seeking to employ a Program / Project Portfolio Manager to play a key role in ensuring the successful delivery of impactful ecological projects across NSW.
As part of a leading environmental and social consultancy, you will oversee our NSW portfolio of ecology projects, ensuring they align with our governance framework while managing budgets and strengthening team project delivery. This role may involve working closely with a Master Scheduler in NSW and collaborating with similar roles nationally to create a scheduling service that supports efficient project planning and execution. You will ensure that risk management, financial oversight, and project health reporting are integrated across the entire portfolio, contributing to the continuous improvement of project outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and manage the NSW portfolio of ecology projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget control, and alignment with organisational goals
* Ensure adherence to our project governance framework, maintaining compliance with project management standards and policies
* Identify and manage risks and issues at both the project and portfolio levels, developing mitigation strategies as needed
* Provide regular, data-driven reports on portfolio health, covering financial performance, risks, issues, and overall project progress
* Drive initiatives to uplift the project delivery capabilities of our ecology teams, promoting best practices and continuous improvement
Key Requirements:
* Project management qualifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, or a degree in Project Management. P3O or MoP certification highly regarded
* 10+ years of experience program managing a portfolio of projects, preferably in the environmental or professional services consulting sectors
* Strong understanding of project governance, budget management, and risk mitigation in a multi-project environment
* Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders, driving project success
* Proficiency in project management tools (MS Project or similar) and methodologies
* Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
We are seeking a proactive leader to take charge of this pivotal role and drive the success of our ecological projects that truly make an impact. If you’re an experienced Program / Project Portfolio Manager with a passion for delivering results, we’d love to hear from you.
What We Offer
Our people are our number one asset, and we are committed to providing a workplace that supports our team to grow. As part of our team, you will be offered:
* A role working with experienced professionals to support your growth and development
* Opportunities to work nationally across diverse and technically challenging projects
* #MeDays – an Umwelt wellbeing initiative offering staff one extra paid day off per month (12 days per year for FTE) to support mental health
* Flexible work arrangements to support a work/life balance
* Generous additional hours policy and working away from home benefits
* Paid parental leave for both primary and secondary carers
* Opportunities to join the company’s Employee Share Plan (ESP)
* A workplace culture of learning and personal development, with a mix of in-house and externally hosted training opportunities offered as well as mentorship
* Established and well considered wellbeing tools and initiatives and hands-on training
* A competitive salary based on skills and experience
Diversity and Inclusion
At Umwelt, we are committed to fostering a workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion. We’re all responsible in creating a diverse, inclusive, and accountable culture where employees of all backgrounds and lifestyles feel a sense of belonging, mutual respect, and kindness.
The Umwelt team are privileged to collaborate closely with Indigenous communities across the nation, and we actively pursue the goals outlined in our Reconciliation Action Plan. We believe that a diverse and inclusive environment not only enriches our workplace culture but also drives innovation and excellence in all that we do. Join us in our mission to create a supportive and equitable workplace where everyone's unique perspectives and contributions are valued.
Join the Umwelt Team
If you believe you meet the criteria for this opportunity, please apply via SEEK. Your application should include a cover letter addressing how you meet the above criteria and your resume outlining your previous experience.
If you would like additional assistance through the recruitment process, please reach out to our friendly HR team at HRManagement@umwelt.com.au.
To be eligible for this position you must have legal work rights to work in Australia.