Senior Project Manager

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At Powerlink, every possibility starts with you

We believe life’s about possibilities. And so is the future. That’s why we need you.

We’re working at the heart of Queensland’s energy transformation. Now more than ever, we need people who want to help us deliver a world-class energy future and ensure we continue to navigate through this once in a generation energy challenge. Join us and make it happen.

Life at Powerlink

As the Senior Project Manager you’ll help us connect a more sustainable energy future for more than five million Queenslanders and 253,000 businesses. Your work with us is about every light turned on, every community connected, and every future made possible .

• Hybrid, family-friendly and flexible working arrangements including substitution of public holidays
• 12.75% superannuation and salary packaging of novated lease vehicles
• Additional leave purchasing
• 14 weeks paid parental leave – at full or half pay
• Powerlink offers robust leadership development through integrated programs, fostering growth across all levels.

Find a career that matters and lasts

As a Senior Project Manager within our Major Projects division, you will independently manage the full project lifecycle for multiple projects, including project scope, budget, schedule, quality, procurement, resources, communications and risks.

You will manage the development of contract specifications, conduct tender evaluations and administer contracts with external design, construction and testing contractors and your understanding of substation construction from design to delivery will be critical.

You will also provide assistance to the leadership of the project team and engage across different functional groups and divisions, to create readiness for change and drive project team performance. This capability will be a critical factor to your overall success.

The community you will join

Working within our Major Projects Division, you will join the Delivery Launch team reporting to the Senior Project Management Lead. The team exists to manage and deliver a portfolio of major projects for the Central Queensland region comprising the design and delivery of both substations and lines, creating opportunities to innovate and help drive this once in a lifetime transition.

Whilst the position will be based in Bowen Hills, there will be some requirement to travel to our field operations occasionally.

Your expertise

• Degree level qualifications in Engineering and/or Project Management coupled with significant relevant program and/or project management experience in the development of high voltage transmission infrastructure.

You will demonstrate significant experience leading the delivery of multiple complex infrastructure construction projects within the electrical industry, preferably with knowledge of transmission lines and HV substations (132KV and above).

You will be highly skilled at fostering relationships, with proven success in managing, leading, coaching and mentoring a project team, including contractors and delivery partners.

This extends to your ability to demonstrate the application of safe systems of work, resulting in a safety first culture.

We’d also love you to have:

• Tertiary qualifications in Project Management or Certification with Australian Institute of Project Management or Project Management Institute.
• Knowledge of and the ability to apply PMBOK principles
• Experience in the delivery of Mega Projects.

Be the start of every possibility

To kick start your career at Powerlink, apply by clicking the button above, attaching your resume and cover letter on our careers page before midnight on Wednesday the 3rd of July 2024. Kindly be aware that the Recruitment team will commence the review process during this period.

There’s lots to love about a career with Powerlink. But our people say there’s three things that really stand out:

• A career that matters and lasts:  You’ll shape a progressive career connecting more than five million Queenslanders to a world-class, clean energy future.
• Unique work and the chance to grow:  You’ll help find smart solutions to interesting problems as you develop your skills and impact every day.
• People who love to support and share:  You’ll build relationships with experienced, down-to-earth people who you’ll be proud to work with.

Our commitment to inclusion and belonging

At Powerlink, we champion inclusion and belonging by supporting every candidate during the recruitment journey. Please inform us of any needs or adjustments for a more inclusive process, including sharing your preferred pronouns. As a Veteran-Friendly Employer, we value the skills Veterans bring and ensure equal opportunities. Let us know if you're a Veteran for tailored support.
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