Job description:
About the Project: Carmody's Hill Wind Farm Project
DT Infrastructure has been awarded the full Balance of Plant scope for the Carmody's Hill Wind Farm project in the Mid North region of South Australia.
The 256 MW utility-scale wind farm, developed by Aula Energy and Renewable Project Services, is scheduled to commence construction in early 2026, with operations expected to begin in late 2028.
About the Position
Opportunity for an experienced
Area Manager - Civil
with extensive Bulk Earthworks and Concrete Structures experience to join our Carmody's Hill Wind Farm project. Lead a team of Engineers and work on an iconic Wind Farm in South Australia. Reporting to the Construction Manager, you'll be accountable for safe, efficient, and commercially successful delivery of the Civil and Structures scope. Success is measured through HSE, quality, program, financial and client satisfaction outcomes.
This position is permanent full-time with DTI and you'll have the opportunity to work on future renewable energy projects. This position is a DIDO arrangement 9:5 roster from Adelaide or FIFO 2:1 roster from Western Australia.
Key Responsibilities:
* Assist the Area Manager – Electrical in regular coordination meetings between internal disciplines, subcontractors, and client representatives.
* Review design deliverables for technical alignment, buildability, and compliance.
* Manage responses to RFIs, design changes, and technical queries.
* Assess design changes for impact on cost, schedule, and risk, and communicate outcomes.
* Ensure design documentation and as-built records align with approved requirements.
* Facilitate collaboration between design, construction, and procurement teams to achieve integrated outcomes.
* Manage project budgets, forecasts, and cost control measures to meet financial targets.
* Monitor commercial performance and take proactive action to address variances.
* Lead subcontractor management and contract administration in line with DTI and client requirements.
* Develop and implement an Area Execution Plan that aligns with project and corporate objectives.
* Establish and maintain a baseline program identifying key activities and critical path.
* Provide visible, proactive leadership to project and subcontractor teams.
* Encourage continuous improvement and accountability within project teams.
To be successful:
* Tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering, Project Management, or a related discipline.
* Proven experience delivering large-scale infrastructure or construction projects, preferably in rail, energy, or renewables.
* Demonstrated ability to manage multi-disciplinary teams and subcontractors within a complex delivery environment.
* Strong background in project management, including cost control, scheduling, and quality assurance.
* Experience managing design–construction interfaces and technical coordination.
* Commercial acumen with demonstrated success in budget, contract, and risk management.
Why work for DTI
* Competitive pay that reflects your contribution:
We reward performance and impact, with our remuneration benchmarked to market.
* Purpose-driven careers in infrastructure:
As we grow our presence in the renewable energy sector, DTI is also continuing to cement its position as a delivery partner of choice across rail, roads and Defence infrastructure projects. Our teams benefit from the variety of opportunities, applying their skills and experience across multiple sectors.
* Fostering your development:
We've developed a culture where continuous learning is front and centre of everything we do. Fostering the growth and development of our people is key to our success and ensuring that we are preparing the next generation of leaders is a core focus for our business.
* Parental leave designed for the reality of family life:
Our industry leading parental leave policies are centred on flexibility to support modern family life, because at DTI, little families are a part of our one big family.
* Flexibility that works for you and for us:
We acknowledge that everyone's needs are different in striking the right work-life integration. Whether it's hybrid working, adjusted hours, job sharing or balancing family commitments, we'll work together to make it work.
This exciting role offers you the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment and to develop your career within a highly successful organisation.
DT Infrastructure is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that champions opportunity and respect. Our focus on inclusivity is active and ongoing. Women, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and former members of the Australian Defence Force are encouraged to apply.
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