Project Manager
1 day ago
Are you an experienced Project Manager with a background in high voltage substation construction? Join Ventia's NSW team supporting Transgrid under our newly awarded Delivery Services Panel contract and other customers in the renewable energy and storage infrastructure developments.
What are the perks?
- Competitive salary package with access to employee benefits such as corporate travel discounts, novated leases, private health discounts, credit discounts and more
- Flexible and hybrid working
- Genuine opportunities for professional and career development across the contract and/or the bigger Ventia business
- Be surrounded by a collaborative and supportive team, as well as a manager who is focused on your professional growth and development
- Access to a variety of Health and Wellness initiatives - including the EAP, Fitness passport, Ventia's Healthy Minds program and Healthy Bodies program
About the role:
Reporting to the NSW Program's Manager, this newly created role is designed to support the delivery of design and construct projects for HV substations. You'll be responsible for managing all aspects of project execution, including:
- Overseeing the planning, organisation, management and construction of substations
- Managing budgets and project timelines, whilst ensuring quality control and cost management
- Collaborating with clients, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, and other key stakeholders, including resolution of conflicts, or disputes throughout the project lifecycle.
- Ensuring compliance to Client technical standards and specifications, codes of practice, and state, local and industry regulations.
- Preparing and delivering progress reports, risk analyses, and post-project evaluations.
- Handling multiple projects simultaneously
Typically, the nature of this position is with projects taking place in regional areas or NSW with the potential to support other states occationally.
What we're looking for:
- Demonstrated project management experience with a background in construction, ideally within transmission networks (e.g., Transgrid, Powerlink, AusNet, Electranet, TasNetworks, Western Power), renewable energy developers
- Experience with DNSPs (e.g., Ausgrid, Endeavour Energy, Energy Australia) is also valued
- Strong organisational, communication, and conflict resolution skills
- Experience in contract management and the ability to simplify technical information
- Technical understanding of HV substation (up to 500kV) projects, and ability to planning delivery and budgets
- Knowledge of the Australian electricity market, relevant regulations and exposure to enterprise agreements
About Ventia
Ventia is a leading infrastructure services company, operating across Australia and New Zealand. Our clients are the owners and operators of assets that are critical to our local communities. We pride ourselves on working smart, safely and sustainably, harnessing the latest technologies and brightest minds. With a diverse and proud heritage, we have a track record of delivering essential services to the communities in which we operate.
Diversity
Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.
How to apply
Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now to be part of a team shaping Australia's energy future.
Position Reference Number: 164594
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