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Position: Design Manager, High Voltage Project,s including HV transmission lines, renewables, and substations.

Location: Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Adelaide, Geelong.

Design & Build Recruitment has partnered with Ventia, a leading essential infrastructure services provider, to find an experienced and ambitious Design Manager to join their expanding Energy team to deliver High Voltage Design & Construction projects.

About Ventia

Ventia is a top-tier infrastructure services provider that plays a critical role in supporting communities across Australia and New Zealand. As an ASX top 200 company, with a secondary listing on New Zealand's Exchange (NZX), Ventia specializes in the long-term operation, maintenance, and management of essential public and private assets.

Operating across various industry segments, including energy, defence, telecommunications, transport, and social infrastructure, Ventia has built a proud legacy of delivering tailored outcomes for clients and communities alike.

Today, Ventia boasts a diverse workforce of more than 35,000 people, operating across 400 sites in Australia and New Zealand.

Key Responsibilities For The Design Manager Include

HV & LV Design in Substation, Transmission line, Solar Systems, BESS etc.
Design management.
Leading and coordinating all design activities across civil, electrical, mechanical, and SCADA disciplines.
Liaising directly with internal and external design teams, ensuring timely resolution of client design comments.
Managing drawing and document submissions via the approved document management system (e.g. Aconex), ensuring compliance with client standards.
Maintaining and closing out the Design Comment Register.
Tracking and closing all RFIs and Design Change Requests on a weekly basis.
Coordinating red-line mark-ups and final as-built documentation.
Working closely with the Construction Manager and Senior Project Engineer to ensure smooth integration between design and site execution.
Ensuring compliance with Ventia's Principal Contractor requirements, including design audits.
Conducting quality and technical compliance reviews and providing input into D&C.

The Following Are The Desirable Capabilities For The Candidate

Expertise in design projects related to electrical substations, renewable energy, and the transmission or distribution sectors, capable of operating at a leadership level.
Expertise in solar PV and/or battery energy storage systems design.
Strong understanding of earthing, protection, cable and HV design.
Acceptable exposure to installation, testing, and commissioning of HV projects.
Experience working closely with the construction team & design partner to ensure smooth integration between design and site execution.
Knowledge of the Australian energy environment, particularly NEM grid connection requirements, the National Electricity Rules, and AEMO/NSP guidelines.
Experience supporting the procurement team with technical knowledge of products, systems, and market sectors within the electrical industry.
Proficiency in applying Australian Standards such as AS/NZS 3000, AS2067, AS62271, and relevant design standards and statutory regulations.
Strong leadership abilities with a passion for mentoring and team development; leads by example, fosters collaboration, and ensures project success through effective delegation and performance management.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, adept at working with diverse stakeholders.
Demonstrates strong work planning and execution by effectively organizing information, prioritizing tasks across multiple projects, ensuring timely completion, and overseeing team deliverables to meet strategic goals

Minimum Requirements:

An Engineers Australia recognized tertiary engineering qualification.
Current RPEQ/CPEng certification, or the eligibility and willingness to obtain these.
Australian work rights (Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident).

What's on Offer:

A competitive salary package that reflects your skills and experience.
Start on a fixed-term contract with real potential to transition into a long-term role.
Be part of Australia's energy transition and contribute to high-profile HV and renewable projects across the country.
Work in any of our offices across Australia, including Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Geelong, and Adelaide with hybrid working options
Grow your career with industry leaders and join a collaborative, supportive team backed by an ASX Top 200 business, with a strong focus on development and progression

Apply: If you are an experienced Design Manager looking to take the next step in your career, we invite you to apply or call Jasmine on 0405 437 667 for a more detailed conversation.

For all other enquiries, please visit our website at www.designandbuild.com.au.Seniority level

Seniority levelMid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment typeFull-time

Job function

Job functionDesign, Art/Creative, and Information Technology
IndustriesConstruction

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