Project Director

4 hours ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Redpath Partners Full time $120,000 - $250,000 per year

Project Director - Renewables

Location:
Melbourne, Australia

Employment Type:
Full-time, permanent

We are seeking an experienced Project Director to lead the end-to-end delivery of a portfolio of utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects across Australia's East Coast. This role will oversee the full project lifecycle - from late-stage development into construction, commissioning, and handover into operations - ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and on budget.

As Project Director, you will play a pivotal role in driving Australia's clean energy transition, working closely with investors, network providers, contractors, regulators, and internal leadership teams.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee the delivery of multiple BESS projects concurrently, managing risks, schedules, budgets, and resources
  • Drive EPC contracting strategies, procurement, construction, and commissioning, ensuring compliance with technical, environmental, and regulatory requirements
  • Represent the business with external stakeholders, including AEMO, NSPs, government bodies, JV partners, landowners, and local communities
  • Ensure cost control, risk management, and financial performance across the portfolio, reporting regularly to senior leadership and investors
  • Lead and mentor a team of project managers, engineers, and consultants to achieve successful project outcomes
  • Champion a strong safety culture and ensure projects meet statutory, environmental, and quality standards
  • Provide input into project pipeline planning, technology selection, and continuous improvement across the portfolio

About you:

  • 10+ years' experience in project delivery within energy, renewables, infrastructure, or power generation
  • Proven track record leading utility-scale renewable energy or storage projects (BESS experience highly regarded)
  • Strong knowledge of Australian energy markets, NEM connection processes, and grid compliance requirements
  • Demonstrated expertise in EPC contract negotiation and management
  • Commercially astute with a strong grasp of project finance drivers, CAPEX/OPEX optimisation, and IRR/NPV impacts
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to engage at board, government, and community levels
  • Degree in engineering, construction, or project management (or equivalent). MBA or chartered status desirable

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