Job Description

Project Manager, HV Infrastructure

Overview

We are recruiting for our client, a leading digital infrastructure company, seeking a highly skilled and motivated Project Manager – HV Infrastructure . In this role, you will play a critical part in delivering high-voltage infrastructure for data center developments across Australia. You will be responsible for managing assigned project packages, coordinating contractors, and overseeing engineering and delivery interfaces to ensure successful project execution. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the growth of a company powering some of the world’s most ambitious technology organizations.

Responsibilities

- Manage assigned high-voltage (HV) infrastructure projects or work packages from early contractor involvement (ECI) and design through engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) execution, commissioning, and energisation.
- Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, tracking milestones for engineering, procurement, long-lead equipment, construction, testing, and energisation.
- Oversee scope, programme, cost, risk, quality, and changes for assigned projects, escalating issues outside delegated authority.
- Coordinate the delivery of substations, contestable works, HV cables/lines, transformers, switchgear, battery energy storage systems (BESS), and associated infrastructure.
- Support procurement processes and manage the day-to-day performance of HV EPC contractors and specialist delivery partners.
- Monitor EPC contractor performance against programme, cost, quality, and contractual obligations.
- Collaborate with the Principal Engineer – HV Infrastructure to ensure technical requirements are integrated into EPC design and delivery.
- Oversee testing, commissioning, and energisation programmes for assigned HV works.
- Promote and maintain a strong safety culture across all HV project activities.
- Prepare clear and concise project reports on programme, cost, risk, and delivery status for project leadership.

Qualifications





- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.
- 5–8 years of relevant experience in electrical, transmission, renewable energy, utility, or infrastructure projects.
- Proven experience in delivering HV substations or associated electrical infrastructure.
- Demonstrated ability to manage contractors or defined construction packages.
- Experience across multiple project phases, including engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
- Strong understanding of project controls, including programme, cost, risk, and contract management.
- Sound project management skills in electrical or infrastructure delivery.
- In-depth knowledge of HV electrical infrastructure and substation delivery.
- Excellent programme, commercial, risk, and change-management capabilities.
- Strong stakeholder management, negotiation, and communication skills.

Day-to-Day

- Oversee the progress of assigned HV infrastructure projects, ensuring alignment with project timelines and budgets.
- Collaborate with internal teams and external contractors to ensure seamless project execution.
- Monitor and report on project milestones, risks, and performance metrics.
- Address and resolve project challenges, escalating issues as necessary.
- Ensure compliance with safety standards and promote a culture of safety across all project activities.
- Coordinate testing, commissioning, and energisation efforts to ensure successful project completion.

Benefits

- Opportunity to work with a leading company in the digital infrastructure industry.
- Be part of a rapidly growing organization with a strong focus on innovation and excellence.
- Competitive compensation package.
- Professional development opportunities to enhance your career.
- Collaborative and inclusive work environment.

If you are a results-driven professional with a passion for delivering high-quality infrastructure projects, we encourage you to apply for this exciting chance. Join our client's team and be part of building the critical digital infrastructure that powers the future.

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