Construction Project Director

4 weeks ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia RWE Full time
Overview

RWE Renewables Australia Pty Ltd is seeking a Construction Project Director to lead the planning, execution and delivery of the 1.1GW Theodore Wind Farm in central Queensland. The role oversees construction, commissioning and handover to Operations, and is accountable for safety, environmental, schedule, cost, quality, and stakeholder outcomes in line with RWE's values and strategic goals. To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent.

Key Responsibilities
  • Leadership: Lead a diverse, multidisciplinary project team with a collaborative and inclusive approach.
  • Foster a culture of safety, accountability, respect, and performance.
  • Proactively manage risks, issues, and interfaces across internal teams and contractors.
  • Engage with Traditional Owners and local communities respectfully and in line with cultural heritage protocols.
  • HSSE: Champion HSSE and Human and Organizational Performance (HOP) principles; ensure compliance with all HSSE legislation and internal standards; address project-specific risks; oversee emergency planning and site-specific safety procedures.
  • Project Management: Lead all phases of project delivery, ensure successful commissioning and handover to Operations; manage a $1B+ capex budget and construction schedule within approved tolerances; implement robust project controls, reporting and governance; coordinate across disciplines; oversee grid connection activities.
  • Contract & Commercial Management: Manage BoP, OEM, service provider, and consultant contracts; lead contract negotiations, claims resolution and variation management; ensure compliance with legal and procurement and contractual obligations; manage construction-related reporting and obligations tied to project approvals, land, grid, financing, and offtake agreements.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Represent the project to internal and external stakeholders, including JV partners, regulators, financiers, and community groups; maintain open communication on progress, risks, and milestones; build relationships with suppliers, contractors and government agencies; foster respectful industrial relations and timely resolution of workforce matters.
Job Requirements & Experience
  • 10+ years in major infrastructure or renewable project delivery, including 5+ years in senior leadership.
  • Proven success delivering complex projects in remote environments, preferably in renewables.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage $1B+ budgets, schedules, and HSSE outcomes.
  • Experience with Powerlink, NEM, and NSPs desirable.
  • Strong commercial and contract management acumen.
  • Knowledge of stakeholder, landowner, and planning aspects of wind development.
  • Familiarity with Australian WHS and environmental legislation.
  • Hands-on experience with wind farm construction (civil, turbine, grid).
  • Understanding of First Nations engagement and land access processes.
  • Tertiary qualifications in Engineering or related field; Project Management certification preferred.
Other Requirements
  • Willingness to travel and spend extended time on-site.
  • Full working rights in Australia.
  • Valid Australian driver's licence.

Apply with just a few clicks: ad code 90568; application period: 12/09/2025. For questions, contact HR: Richard Bateson, richard.bateson@rwe.com.

We value diversity and welcome all applications—regardless of gender, disability, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/belief, age, sexual orientation, and identity. #inclusionmatters


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