- Lead delivery of substation, BESS & 275kV transmission construction
- Manage end-to-end site works, subcontractors & HV interfaces
- Ensure safe, compliant delivery through commissioning & handover
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced
Construction Manager to lead the delivery of a major renewable energy infrastructure project in the Fraser Coast region. This role will oversee the full construction scope across a
275kV substation, Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), and high-voltage transmission line, ensuring safe, high-quality, and on-time delivery.
This is a key leadership position responsible for managing complex, multi-disciplinary construction activities from site mobilization through to energization and project handover.
Key Responsibilities
Project Delivery & Execution
- Lead construction across substation, BESS, and 275kV transmission line scopes
- Manage civil, structural, electrical, mechanical, and SCADA works
- Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, plant, cranes, and logistics
- Oversee construction sequencing, interfaces, and programme delivery
- Ensure works are delivered in line with IFC drawings, specifications, and contract requirements
Safety, Quality & Compliance
- Drive a strong safety culture with zero harm focus
- Ensure compliance with HSEQ systems, permits, and legislation
- Conduct site inspections, toolbox talks, and audits
- Manage QA/QC processes, ITPs, inspections, and testing documentation
- Oversee defect identification and close-out
Programme & Commercial Management
- Monitor progress against programme and key milestones
- Identify risks, delay, and implement mitigation strategies
- Support reporting, forecasting, and variation management
- Coordinate procurement and site delivery activities
Commissioning & Energization
- Manage handover to commissioning teams
- Support testing, pre-commissioning, and energization activities
- Coordinate outages, switching, and HV interfaces
- Ensure readiness for staged energization and commercial operation
Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement
- Lead site engineers, supervisors, and subcontractors
- Facilitate coordination meetings and planning sessions
- Build strong relationships with clients and stakeholders
- Provide mentoring and maintain team performance
About You
Essential Experience
- Proven experience delivering 275kV (or similar) HV substation projects
- Strong background in renewable energy, utilities, or transmission infrastructure
- Demonstrated delivery of greenfield substation projects through to energization
- Experience managing BESS construction, including installation, cabling, and commissioning interfaces
- Extensive experience in overhead transmission line construction (foundations, pole erection, stringing)
- Strong understanding of construction sequencing, critical path, and project controls
Qualifications & Licenses
- Construction White Card
- Valid Driver’s License
- High Risk Work License (Rigging/Dogging highly regarded)
- Relevant engineering, construction, or project management qualification (preferred)
Technical Capability
- Strong knowledge of:
- HV primary and secondary systems
- Civil and structural works
- Earthing, trenching, and cable installation
- SCADA and communications
- Testing, commissioning, and handover processes
Desirable
- Experience with Powerlink or similar network operators
- Solar farm or hybrid renewable project experience
- Electrical license (QLD or transferable)
- Familiarity with tools such as MS Project, Primavera P6, Procore, Hammertech
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a large-scale renewable energy project shaping Australia’s sustainable future
- Lead complex, technically challenging infrastructure delivery
- Work with a collaborative and high-performing project team
Apply Now If you’re a results-driven Construction Manager with strong HV and renewable project experience, we’d love to hear from you.
