Design Manager

3 months ago


Sydney, Australia Consolidated Power Projects Australia Full time

**Introduction**:

- Full-time, permanent
- Based in our modern facilities in South Granville
- Join an industry leader who is supporting Australia move towards a renewable energy future
- Major renewables projects. Senior leadership role. Build a world class career at CPP.

**Description**:
Who are Consolidated Power Projects (CPP)?

As part of the Quanta Services Group, a Fortune 300 Company, Consolidated Power Projects Australia (CPP) is an industry leader in utility and renewable high-voltage power solutions. We specialise in the design, construction, commissioning and maintenance of high voltage infrastructure such as transmission substations, wind farms and battery storage systems.

With over 450 employees and offices in Adelaide, Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane, CPP are preferred partners with Australia’s major transmission network providers and we are rapidly growing to play a significant role in connecting Australia’s energy future.

The Opportunity

In a newly created position due to a strong pipeline of projects, we are seeking an experienced Design Manager to be accountable for planning and managing renewable energy projects to ensure timely completion and compliance with customer requirements.

As a senior member of the engineering team, you will have the technical and supervisory responsibility for the development of high quality, operationally efficient designs for a range of exciting high-voltage projects including renewable energy batteries, grid connections and substations. One of the projects to mention is the landmark Waratah BESS, which will be the largest renewable storage system in the southern hemipshere at 850mW.

Bringing your natural leadership skills and strong business acumen, you will manage a team of experienced engineers and drafters to ensure delivery of key objectives is in line schedules and budgets.

**Key responsibilities include**:
Be the single point of contact on technical matters both internally to the Project Manager and the project delivery team
Effectively coordinate cross-discipline designs to ensure all interfaces are addressed and risks are appropriately managed (e.g., civil, structural, primary electrical, secondary systems, protection and SCADA)
Delivery of designs for one or more projects on schedule and within budget ensuring quality objectives are met
Resolve technical issues as they arise, working with the relevant project design team specialist(s) and the wider engineering group
Liaise with engineering management to ensure appropriate resources are available to the project to deliver within the required timeframes
Monitor project efficiency by reviewing performance against budget and implement actions to ensure targets are met

**Skills and Experiences**:
About You

**To be successful in this role, you will possess**:
Tertiary qualification in Engineering, preferably Electrical
Vast experience at a senior level within a project-based electrical construction or utility company
Demonstrated experience in design and project management with large projects
Strong communication and leadership skills with a track record of leading multi-discipline teams
High degree of business acumen
Whilst not essential, experience in HV power systems projects would be highly regarded. Experience from the Telecommunications and Water industries will also be considered

Why Join Us?

At CPP our people are our most important asset. We believe in investing, nurturing and developing your talent, enabling you to succeed and achieve your full potential. As a leader in delivering high voltage infrastructure projects, we provide the opportunity to work on the most exciting projects in the industry, with access to current and leading technologies. We encourage and support new ideas. If you like to question the norm and embrace new ideas, then work with us.

**Benefits include**:

- Highly attractive salary package, and opportunities for continual professional growth
- Access to an extensive benefits and discounts program, with everyday savings at over 400 retailers
- A free comprehensive Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family, with access to a wealth of resources to look after your physical, mental and financial wellbeing
- Generous employee referral program of up to $3,000
- Professional development is encouraged, excellence is rewarded, and diversity is valued
- Accreditation with Engineers Australia. We offer our engineers a streamlined pathway to become fully accredited
- The opportunity to join an industry leader who deliver end-to-end services on projects from design to construction for the greater good of our environment
- Work on major HV infrastructure and renewable projects that contribute to creating a sustainable future
- On site car parking
- New and modern workspace
- Outstanding company culture and social environment

New and modern workspace with a short walk away from cafe's and restaurants

**How to Apply**:
CPP is an equal opportunity employ



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