Job Description

Job Description Job Opportunity: Construction Manager - HV & Renewable Energy Projects n

Location: Australia (Project-based / Site & Office)
Business Unit: Project Delivery

Overview n

Enemix is proud to announce an exciting prospect on behalf of our client for a highly skilled and motivated Construction Manager to join their Project Delivery team. This role will focus on High Voltage (HV) and Renewable Energy Projects , driving critical contributions to Australia's energy transition. The position involves delivering impactful infrastructure projects such as utility-scale solar, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), HV transmission upgrades, and grid-connected infrastructure.

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As a Construction Manager, you'll be instrumental in overseeing the on-site execution of large-scale projects-ensuring their completion with utmost safety, efficiency, quality, and adherence to timelines and budgets. The role demands technical expertise, leadership skills, and the ability to thrive in dynamic, multi-stakeholder environments.

Responsibilities Construction & Site Management n

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- Lead construction activities for HV, renewable energy, and grid-connected infrastructure projects, including solar, BESS, substations, and transmission/distribution works.
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- Oversee daily site operations to ensure safe, high-quality, and timely project execution within budget constraints.
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- Act as the primary liaison between client teams, EPC contractors, subcontractors, OEMs, and network service providers.
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HV & Electrical Scope Oversight n

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- Manage HV construction activities, including substations, balance of plant, transmission connections, protection systems, and electrical interfaces.
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- Collaborate with testing, commissioning, and energization teams to ensure safe and successful project completion.
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- Provide constructability insights and practical solutions for both electrical and civil scopes.
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Safety, Quality & Compliance n

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- Foster a strong safety culture and ensure adherence to WHS requirements, project safety plans, and statutory obligations.
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- Monitor quality systems and inspection processes to ensure compliance with project specifications, standards, and network authority requirements.
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- Address and resolve non-conformances, defects, and punch-list items.
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Programme & Stakeholder Management n

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- Track construction progress against the project schedule and proactively manage risks and constraints.
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- Participate in project reporting, site meetings, risk workshops, and interface coordination forums.
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- Build and maintain trusted relationships with clients and contractors through clear communication and decisive leadership.
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Delivery Support n

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- Contribute to project planning, mobilisation, contractor oversight, and construction strategy development.
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- Support cost, change, and risk management activities related to construction delivery.
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- Provide input into lessons learned, continuous improvement initiatives, and future project bids.
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Qualifications Experience & Background n

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- Proven experience managing construction on large-scale HV, renewable energy, or major electrical infrastructure projects.
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- Strong understanding of HV transmission and distribution works, grid connections, and testing/commissioning processes.
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- Experience in EPC, client-side, consultancy, or contractor environments on complex,



multi-stakeholder projects.
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Technical & Professional Skills n

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- In-depth knowledge of Australian electrical standards, construction practices, and safety requirements.
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- Strong site leadership, interface management, and problem-solving skills.
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- Ability to balance technical detail with commercial and program awareness.
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Personal Attributes n

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- Practical, calm, and solutions-focused in high-pressure project environments.
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- Collaborative and approachable, with the confidence to lead without ego.
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- Comfortable working across disciplines and contributing beyond traditional role boundaries.
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- Aligned with a culture of trust, ownership, learning, and shared success.
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Day-to-Day Responsibilities n

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- Oversee daily construction activities and ensure alignment with project goals.
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- Conduct site inspections to monitor safety, quality, and progress.
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- Coordinate with contractors, clients, and technical teams to resolve on-site challenges.
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- Provide regular updates and reports to stakeholders on project status and risks.
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- Support testing, commissioning, and energization activities to ensure seamless project handover.
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Benefits n

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- Opportunity to work on some of Australia's most critical and complex energy infrastructure projects.
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- Be part of a close-knit, high-performing team with direct access to leadership.
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- Gain exposure across the full project lifecycle, from strategy to energization.
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- Enjoy a culture that values autonomy, professional growth, and genuine collaboration.
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Enemix is excited to support our client in this search for a driven and experienced Construction Manager. If you have a passion for renewable energy and HV infrastructure, we encourage you to apply and help shape the future of Australia's energy industry.

📌 Construction manager (Victoria)
🏢 Enemix
📍 Victoria