Electrical Project Manager (Sydney)

Electrical Project Manager (Sydney)

12 Nov
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Atom Resources
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Sydney

12 Nov

Atom Resources

Sydney

150K (Negotiable) + Super + Vehicle | Critical Infrastructure Projects | Sydney Join a highly respected electrical contractor delivering complex infrastructure, power, and upgrade projects across critical infrastructure, healthcare, education, telecommunications, and commercial environments. With a strong pipeline of secured work and direct access to senior leadership, this role offers genuine project ownership, long-term career progression, and the opportunity to work on technically challenging projects including switchboard upgrades, generator installations, Emergency Power Systems (EPS), and critical infrastructure upgrades.

Electrical Project Manager

Join a highly respected electrical contractor delivering complex infrastructure, power, and upgrade projects across critical infrastructure, healthcare, education, telecommunications, and commercial environments. With a strong pipeline of secured work and direct access to senior leadership, this role offers genuine project ownership, long-term career progression, and the opportunity to work on technically challenging projects including switchboard upgrades, generator installations, Emergency Power Systems (EPS), and critical infrastructure upgrades. Why Join?

- $150,000 (Negotiable)+ Super + Company Vehicle - Long-term pipeline of secured projects - Direct access to senior leadership and decision-makers - Genuine ownership of projects from start to finish - Diverse portfolio of infrastructure and upgrade projects - Opportunity to mentor and develop junior team members - Stable, privately owned contractor with an excellent reputation - Long-term career progression opportunities - Supportive and collaborative team environment The Opportunity This is a hands-on Project Management role overseeing electrical infrastructure upgrade projects within live operational environments. You will take ownership of projects from planning through to completion, managing client relationships, subcontractors, electricians, suppliers, and project delivery teams. You will be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget while maintaining high standards of quality and client satisfaction.

Projects typically include

- Main switchboard upgrades - Diesel generator installations and upgrades - Emergency Power Systems (EPS) - Critical infrastructure upgrades - Electrical reticulation projects - Education, healthcare, telecommunications, and commercial infrastructure projects This role is ideal for a Project Manager who enjoys being close to the delivery team, working directly with clients, and taking full ownership of project outcomes.





Key Responsibilities Project Delivery - Manage electrical infrastructure upgrade projects from award through to completion.

- Take ownership of project programming, budgets, forecasting, and commercial outcomes.
- Coordinate project resources, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal delivery teams.
- Ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with client expectations.
- Manage procurement, materials, and project schedules.
- Monitor project risks and implement mitigation strategies.
- Maintain project profitability and delivery performance.

Technical Leadership

Provide technical oversight across

- Diesel generator installations and upgrades.
- Main switchboard upgrades.
- Electrical reticulation projects.
- Critical infrastructure projects.
- Emergency Power Systems (EPS). You will also review methodologies, construction sequencing, project execution plans, and provide technical support to site teams when required. Team Leadership - Lead teams of electricians, supervisors, and subcontractors.
- Manage site teams ranging from specialist crews through to larger multi-disciplinary workforces.
- Mentor and develop Junior Project Managers and delivery personnel.
- Foster a collaborative, safety-focused, and high-performing project culture. Client & Stakeholder Management - Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, and stakeholders.
- Attend project meetings and provide regular progress updates.
- Manage client expectations throughout the project lifecycle.
- Identify opportunities for repeat business and future project opportunities.

Skills & Experience Essential - Proven experience as an Electrical Project Manager delivering infrastructure upgrades and operational projects.

- Current NSW Electrical Licence.
- Strong experience managing projects within live operational environments.
- Experience managing electrical subcontractors and direct labour.
- Strong commercial acumen including budgeting, forecasting, P&L; management, and project programming.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to independently manage projects from inception through to completion.

Highly Regarded Experience delivering





- Critical infrastructure projects - Main switchboard replacement projects - Generator projects - Emergency Power Systems (EPS) - Data centre projects - Healthcare projects - Education projects - Electrical services upgrades Candidates from leading electrical contractors and specialist infrastructure contractors will be highly regarded. Ready for the Next Step? We are also open to ambitious Junior Project Managers with strong electrical infrastructure experience who are ready to take the next step into a fully-flegded Project Manager position. If you have strong technical capability, leadership potential, and experience delivering electrical projects within live operational environments, we'd love to hear from you.

The Ideal Candidate

You will be a practical, client-facing Project Manager who enjoys working in an environment where you can genuinely influence outcomes and take ownership of your projects. You will have experience delivering upgrade and brownfield projects rather than large‑scale greenfield construction projects and be comfortable managing both the technical and commercial aspects of project delivery. Candidates with backgrounds in critical infrastructure, healthcare, education, telecommunications, utilities, power generation, or data centres will be highly regarded.

This role suits someone who enjoys autonomy, direct client interaction, and the ability to make decisions without excessive layers of corporate bureaucracy.

Company Culture

This is a business known for strong staff retention, long-term careers, and a team-oriented team environment. Employees are trusted to take ownership of their projects, work directly with clients, and contribute to the ongoing growth of the business. The leadership team is approachable, supportive, and focused on creating an environment where people can build long‑term careers. What's on Offer?

- $150,000 + Super - Company Vehicle - Laptop and tools of trade - Strong pipeline of secured work - Stable and growing business - Direct access to senior leadership - Diverse and technically challenging projects - Opportunity to mentor and develop junior team members - Genuine project ownership - Long-term career progression opportunities - Supportive team culture Electrical Project Manager, Electrical Infrastructure, Critical Infrastructure, Main Switchboards, Generator Projects, Emergency Power Systems, Electrical Upgrades, Data Centres, Telecommunications, Healthcare Projects, Education Projects, Licensed Electrician, Project Delivery, P&L; Management, Live Operational Environments.

📌 Electrical Project Manager (Sydney)
🏢 Atom Resources
📍 Sydney

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