Job Description
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Gamuda Engineering is a global leader delivering major Transport, Civil, and Energy Infrastructure projects across Australia. As an integrated energy partner, Gamuda funds, develops, builds, and operates utility-scale clean energy assets - including solar, wind, and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). With corporate offices in Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane, we are rapidly expanding our national clean energy division.
About the Role n
We are seeking an experienced Senior Planner - Renewables to join our Pre-Contracts & Tenders team. Working closely with our Planning Manager and Renewables Lead, you will lead the development of first-principles master schedules, 4D construction sequencing, and Quantitative Schedule Risk Analysis (QSRA) for major utility-scale renewable energy bids ($100M-$500M+).
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This role spans solar PV, BESS architecture, wind farm balance of plant (BOP), and HV grid connection hold points under EPC and D&C; delivery models.
Key Responsibilities n
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Build and maintain detailed, resource-loaded Primavera P6 master schedules for utility-scale solar, wind, BESS, and HV substation projects from FEED through to commissioning.
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Lead construction sequencing, time-location diagrams, logistics planning, and milestone definition for major EOI and tender submissions.
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Perform Quantitative Schedule Risk Analysis (QSRA), critical path analysis, and sensitivity modeling to support executive bid reviews and contingency sizing.
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Integrate long-lead equipment procurement (PV modules,



inverters, BESS enclosures, WTGs, transformers) and AEMO grid commissioning hold points into master schedules.
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Establish progress baselines, S-curves, productivity tracking benchmarks, and Earned Value Management (EVM) frameworks for project execution handover.
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Skills and Experience n
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Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related discipline.
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7+ years of experience as a Senior Planner/Lead within a Tier 1/2 contractor or EPC, delivering Primavera P6 master schedules for major renewable energy or infrastructure projects ($100M+).
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Advanced hands-on proficiency in Primavera P6, MS Project, and Schedule Risk Analysis tools (e.g., Primavera Risk Analysis, Safran, or Deltek Acumen).
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Deep technical understanding of renewable energy construction sequencing (solar PV piling/trackers, BESS installation, WTG erection, HV substations, and AEMO grid connection hold points).
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What We Offer n
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Key pre-contracts planning leadership role shaping master schedules and win strategies on major national clean energy tenders.
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Corporate office locations in Melbourne, Sydney, or Brisbane with versatile working support.
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Collaborative, high-performing environment backed by an international Tier 1 group with clear career development pathways.
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Gamuda Australia encourages and supports a diverse workforce, including candidates from overseas and current Visa holders.
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📌 Senior Planner (Sydney)
🏢 Gamuda Group
📍 Sydney