Design Manager – HV Substations | Adelaide
A founder led EPC energy infrastructure business in Adelaide is looking for a Design Manager to lead delivery on HV substation and transformer projects.
The business delivers projects across the full lifecycle from development through engineering, construction and maintenance, covering utilities, renewables and mining infrastructure.
They have already secured multiple project awards in their first year and are scaling quickly.
They need someone local who can own client interface and build the design function while managing an offshore engineering team.
What the role actually involves
• Leading design coordination across HV substations and transformer projects
• Acting as main interface with utility and developer clients
• Managing consultants, contractors and an offshore design team in the Middle East
• Reviewing primary and secondary design packages
• Running IDC meetings, RFIs and drawing control
• Linking design directly into construction planning and EPC delivery
• Helping hire and build the future design team
• Working with founders on project development strategy
This is a hands on leadership role in a growing EPC business.
What they are looking for
• Design Manager
• Strong substation and transformer experience ideally 132kV to 500kV
• Background in EPC, utility or Tier 1 contractor environment
• Experience managing offshore teams or consultants
• Comfortable sitting in front of clients and owning delivery
Why people are interested
• Founder led business with real project wins already
• Full lifecycle EPC work not just design
• Adelaide leadership role with global engineering support
• Opportunity to build the design function from scratch
• Clear pathway into senior leadership
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