Water Security Program
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Overview
Procurement Management | Risk Management | Lean Project Management | Environmental Management | Grant Funding Comprehensive leadership and management of a major $65M water infrastructure program designed to secure long-term water resources for regional growth and industrial expansion. Budget $65M with External Grant Funding
Year
2022 - 2025
Industry
Parkes Shire Council
Challenge
Navigating the accelerating demand for regional infrastructure while managing limited funding and the high technical complexity of multi-phase water assets. The Parkes Shire's water supply network is ageing - parts of our water supply pipework are leaking and many of our bores are over 50 years old. This affects our ability to efficiently extract, treat, pump, store and supply water. Currently, we can only supply around 70% of our total water capacity. Climate change forecasts predict that rainfall will decline, while severe fires and extreme weather events are likely to increase, affecting demand for water in a changing climate. Additionally, the Parkes Shire region is expected to see residential and industrial growth as a result of the development of the Special Activation Precinct.
Impact
Delivered project certainty through on-the-ground leadership, ensuring the program moved from initial funding to operational success on time and within budget
