Project Manager

Market
Energy & Power

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Your impact

We’re growing our APAC Energy & Power Generation team with a particular focus on renewable energy projects. We're looking for an Engineer who is motivated to support the project teams in renewable energy project delivery and assist Jacobs developing in the market. 
  If you are willing to be part of this exciting business and have detailed knowledge of the renewable energy development processes, technical design, due diligence, and owner’s engineering with focus on BESS, solar and wind power, then we want to hear from you Join our team to deliver consistent, profitable growth across the APAC Energy & Power sector while taking your career to new heights.

Here's what you'll need

The Senior Project Manager is responsible for leading project teams to provide project and design management services to the clients in the Energy & Power market. Your role expectation is to oversee project teams and deliver consultancy engineering services for clients in the Renewable Generation sector. You will manage project and design management including but not limited to HV Elec, civil, mechanical, electrical, and structural engineering disciplines. You will manage a project team across the APAC region and in our Global Delivery Centres

Lead multi-discipline Owners Engineer projects in the Renewable Energy sector, with a focus on Solar, Wind, and BESS projects across Queensland and New South Wales.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive safety culture and implement QA procedures on major projects
• Manage commercial aspects, including contracts, timelines, costs, and change management
• Oversee project governance, financial performance, and technical compliance
• Lead design and multi-disciplinary teams through all project phases
• Participate in business development, proposal creation, and client relationship management
• Mentor junior Project Managers and provide governance for a project portfolio
• Act as an Owners Engineer or client representative when required

Required Experience and Skills:

• Proven track record in leading Solar, Wind, and/or BESS projects from bid to completion
• Strong leadership skills in managing multi-disciplinary teams
• Expertise in project delivery frameworks within the Renewable Energy Market
• Proficiency in HSE requirements and ability to lead safety for both internal and contractor teams
• Excellent commercial acumen and client relationship management skills
• Adaptability across various project phases, from engineering to commissioning

Additional Expectations:

• Foster diversity, inclusion, and Jacobs' Culture of Caring
• Collaborate with integrated delivery teams to optimize resource utilization
• Support mentoring initiatives and troubleshoot challenging projects
• Demonstrate versatility across technology sectors and service offerings

Location: Primary focus on clients in Queensland and New South Wales, with potential for wider involvement.

Join our team to play a crucial role in shaping the future of renewable energy projects and drive sustainable solutions in the energy sector

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