Construction Manager, Transmission Lines

• Plan, manage and deliver a variety Tx Lines projects across the country
• Contribute to Australia's continued grid reliability & resilience
• Permanent leadership role | growing national business | career development

Total earnings circa $295K (inc. overtime and LAFHA) + 13% super + other allowances

Enerven delivers electrical infrastructure and telecommunications solutions that are vital to connecting communities across Australia. Our design, construction, and maintenance services ensure reliable power generation, transmission, and distribution to homes and businesses nationwide - and our commitment to renewable energy and resilient grid infrastructure sets us apart.

The expertise and dedication of our people spans the entire electricity network, so careers at Enerven are defined by meaningful contributions and impactful work.

At Enerven, we're connecting you with tomorrow.

About the role

The Transmission Lines Construction team are seeking a qualified Construction Manager with experience delivering a range of transmission infrastructure projects.

You will be responsible for planning, managing and completing projects in a safe, efficient, timely and cost-effective manner through the diligent management of people, subcontractors and resources. You will actively provide leadership and guidance to construction crews, as well as coordinating day to day operations, managing budgets and planning / scheduling of work.

Reporting to the Manager, Transmission Lines Construction, your days will include:

• Lead and manage the planning and delivery of allocated projects
• Develop, maintain, and report on project schedules
• Provide technical and constructability input during design and tender stages
• Manage WHS, Environmental, Cultural Heritage, and Quality requirements for the team and subcontractors
• Build and maintain strong customer and stakeholder relationships to ensure timely delivery
• Collaborate with project managers and partners on variations and project completion
• Ensure daily reporting and effective communication of project updates
• Anticipate and address potential risks or delays to maintain delivery timelines
• Champion a strong safety culture and drive continuous improvement on site
• Ensure timely completion, review, and submission of ITP/ITC documentation

This role is based in Sydney, but our team is often working away on project construction sites across NSW and interstate. Rosters vary depending on the requirements of different projects, and as Construction Manager you will be required on site as per project rosters.

About you

You will bring:

• Extensive experience managing the construction and delivery of transmission line projects from planning through to commissioning
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage crews and subcontractors
• Demonstrated experience implementing and managing WHS, Environmental, Cultural Heritage, and Quality systems in line with statutory and client standards
• Skilled in project planning, scheduling, resourcing, cost control, and reporting to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget
• Confidence to build trusted relationships with stakeholders and clients, including network owners, landholders and regulatory bodies
• Hands-on experience with ITP/ITC documentation, commissioning requirements, and project close-out processes
• A Trade Certificate, or qualifications in Construction Management, Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience)

About us

When you join Enerven, you are working for a team guided by its core values of dependability, proactiveness and collaboration. Health, safety and well-being form the foundations of our operations, and we have an unwavering commitment to the safety and wellbeing of our people, our customers and the communities we serve.

Our variety of employee benefits include:

• Overtime at x2 time + LAFHA applicable when working away
• 17.5% leave loading on annual leave
• 13% superannuation
• Up to $900 in electricity reimbursement each year
• Automatic coverage from our income protection scheme
• Paid parental leave
• 18 weeks paid primary parental leave
• Ability to purchase extra annual leave of up to 20 days
• Salary sacrifice towards novated lease vehicle
• Corporate discount towards health insurance and gym memberships
• Leadership and career development opportunities

An inclusive and equal opportunity organisation

We value and respect the unique backgrounds and experiences of our employees, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. As members of the Diversity Council Australia, our employees can receive full access to research, events and expertise on all aspects of diversity and inclusion.

Given safety is at the forefront of everything we do, candidates will undergo comprehensive pre-employment screening, including a medical and a police check.

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Be part of something bigger. Join Enerven and help connect Australia with tomorrow.