Senior Project Manager

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Position: Senior Project Manager - Wind
Location: Adelaide or Red Hill region, South Australia
Term: Three-year Fixed Term Contract

AGL is seeking an experienced and dynamic Senior Project Manager to deliver our landmark $1.5 billion greenfield wind energy project. This three-year fixed term role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of renewable energy in Australia. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing all aspects of project execution, with a strong emphasis on stakeholder and community engagement.

Key Purpose of the Role

The Senior Project Manager will support the development and management of wind projects, ensuring they are delivered safely, on time, and within budget. Responsibilities include contract management, stakeholder coordination, compliance with industry standards, and project execution. The role also involves safety leadership, risk mitigation, interface management, contractor oversight, and ensuring quality standards are met.

At AGL, we offer a wide range of benefits including:

• Flexible working options including hybrid work.
• Discounts on energy, telcos and solar plans.
• Participate in Energise - our reward & recognition program.
• Play an active role in our diversity & inclusion initiatives.

*Benefits may change over time and vary based on role type and location.

Key Accountabilities

• Run the delivery of a $1.5 billion greenfield wind project shaping Australia's renewable future.
• Responsible for safety excellence and foster a collaborative, high-performing project culture.
• Oversee end-to-end project management-design, construction, commissioning, and stakeholder engagement.
• Drive commercial success through robust contract management, budgeting, and risk mitigation.
• Build lasting relationships with communities, landowners and other key stakeholders, securing AGL's position in clean energy.

Qualifications, Skills, and ExperienceSkills

• Demonstrated a high standard of safety performance.
• Strong project management skills with experience in best practice methodologies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with superior influencing capabilities.
• Extensive risk management and contract negotiation experience.
• Problem-solving and decision-making.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in either engineering, project management or similar disciplines.

Experience

• Experience delivering complex projects in the renewable energy sector (preferably wind).
• Having managed large-scale energy projects, including EPC contract model construction.
• Excellent assurance capabilities ensuring adherence to project management frameworks.
• Experience managing construction contractors and industrialised workforces.
• Ability to manage diverse stakeholders including regulators and government agencies.
• Accountability for delivering projects exceeding $500 million.
• Experience in stakeholder and community engagement, particularly with landholders and EPC contractors.

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Inclusion at AGL

At AGL, we value diversity and welcome applicants from various backgrounds, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals with disabilities, culturally diverse peoples, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. AGL is dedicated to maintaining a diverse workforce and encourages applicants to share their lived experiences.
We offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and respect the privacy of those who choose not to disclose. To learn more visit: www.agl.com.au/careers

AGL is proud to be a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women.

Our pre-employment screening process includes a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and a medical assessment if necessary.

The information provided as part of your application to AGL will be managed in accordance with the AGL Privacy Policy.

AGL does not accept agency submissions unless approval has been granted by a member of the Talent Acquisition team. Candidates submitted by an agency without approval will not be considered by AGL.

Location

Adelaide SA 5000

Job Family Group

Project Management - Group

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At AGL, we believe energy makes life better.

Like you, we believe that the world is going through extraordinary challenges.

As life changes, we join the change, constantly evolving over 185 years. Today we bring all that know-how to transform how Australians produce, share and consume energy. We're investing in new ideas, partnerships and infrastructure – renewing and expanding our portfolio of sources and products to help make them more sustainable, reliable, affordable and useful.

We'll continue to innovate in energy and other essential services to enhance the way Australians live, and to help preserve the world around us for future generations.

At AGL, we believe energy makes life better.

Like you, we believe that the world is going through extraordinary challenges.

As life changes, we join the change, constantly evolving over 185 years. Today we bring all that know-how to transform how Australians produce, share and consume energy. We're investing in new ideas, partnerships and infrastructure – renewing and expanding our portfolio of sources and products to help make them more sustainable, reliable, affordable and useful.

We'll continue to innovate in energy and other essential services to enhance the way Australians live, and to help preserve the world around us for future generations.

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