Project Engineering Manager (Design Manager)
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ElectraNet builds, owns, operates and maintains the high voltage electricity transmission network that delivers the energy South Australians rely on to power our homes, businesses and communities. The company culture is supportive, inclusive, and community‑oriented.
Advantages
We believe people are our greatest asset and we’re committed to empowering our people and recognising their contribution with a competitive remuneration package that includes a starting base salary of $168,300 plus superannuation and performance bonus eligibility of up to 15%.
- 15 days personal/carers leave per year.
- 5 weeks of annual leave per year.
- 16 weeks paid parental leave.
- Additional paid volunteering and office closure leave.
- Flexible work practices that support your well–being.
- Flexibility to utilise public holiday leave entitlements for other cultural celebrations.
- Support for professional certification and memberships.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Opportunities
ElectraNet is the owner and operator of South Australia’s electricity transmission network. We are seeking a highly motivated engineering project manager to deliver engineering services for our critical Regulated and Contestable Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) projects.
Responsibilities
- The primary point of contact for internal stakeholders on technical requirements and accountable for technical project deliverables including scope, cost, quality, time and engineering risk.
- Managing compliance with ElectraNet’s engineering processes through the entire project lifecycle, from project planning to handover.
- Develop specification documentation, manage design and construction reviews, and ensure adherence to all relevant industry regulations and standards.
Qualifications
The successful candidate will demonstrate a minimum of 10 years’ experience in delivering engineering outcomes within the transmission or distribution networks. This experience should include project scoping, specification development, management of design reviews, on‑site project inspections, and the application of safety‑in‑design processes.
Additional Skills
- An understanding of electricity‑related engineering project delivery, particularly in relation to substation and transmission components and operation.
- Highly developed analytical, investigative and problem‑solving skills.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement, influencing and negotiation skills.
How to Apply
Please apply online via our careers page before Sunday 14 December 2025. Applicants can register for job alerts via our careers page. Position descriptions can be obtained by clicking here. Successful applicants will be required to undergo background checks, including global criminal history checks, reference checks, and validation of qualifications, employment history, Australian work rights, and any additional checks depending on the role.
Location: Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
Industries: Utilities
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