We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the end-to-end delivery of a portfolio of utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System 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 efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver 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 company 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
* 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
Job Details
* Seniority level: Director
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Project Management Supply Chain and Product Management
* Industries: Services for Renewable Energy Construction and Energy Technology