ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.

An 80-year group, COBRA promotes its own efficient business model, the result of the combination of decentralization, geographical diversification and technical specialization of more than 20,000 professionals in more than 43 countries. In this way, it offers a wide range of services throughout the value chain of projects, adapted to each sector and to the scope of the contract required by our clients, both public and private. Cobra is divided into four main sectors of activity, Networks, Specialised installations, integrated projects and concession assets.

ACEREZ, a partnership of ACCIONA, COBRA and Endeavour Energy, has been appointed network operator by EnergyCo to design, build, finance, operate and maintain the Central-West Orana Renewable Energy Zone (REZ) transmission network.

The Central-West Orana Renewable Energy Zone (REZ) Transmission Project will build new high-capacity transmission lines, energy hubs and supporting infrastructure to transfer power generated by solar and wind projects to electricity consumers. The new infrastructure is expected to be operational by 2028 and will initially unlock up to 4.5 gigawatts of new network capacity.

The project consists of 90km of 500kV overhead transmission lines and 150 km of 330kV transmission lines for generator connections, stretching from Elong Elong in the west through to Barigan Creek in the east, via an energy hub at Merotherie.

Our Central-West Orana project is currently seeking a dedicated Project Manager - Substations to share their expertise within our growing Energy Hubs and Substations teams.

Key Responsibilities

• The Project Manager will be responsible for total control of all aspects of the project and will ensure the construction of the project meets time frames and budgets.
• Accountable for the construction component of the project, and team motivation, in conjunction with the project Commercial Manager and Project Engineers, identify key areas of variance from the estimate/cost plan and manage/approve subcontractor time extensions.
• Develop overall planning strategy by reviewing program document and incorporating major milestones in the delivery process.
• Fully understand the details of the design brief and associated cost plan
• Review and analyse aspects of constructability/buildability with respect to design development.
• Operate within project governance frameworks.
• Manage issues, risks, and opportunities effectively.
• Ensure that legislative and authority critical issues are communicated quickly and efficiently to senior management.

• Preferable 12+ years’ experience in a construction/engineering environment on substations and renewable energy projects
• Experience constructing outdoor air insulated substations and substations at 220kV or above
• Possess an advanced, detailed knowledge of engineering and construction principles.
• Understand all aspects of contractual terms and conditions.
• Able to take financial responsibility and accountability for the profitability of the project.
• Experience managing construction budgets to allow accurate profit/loss forecasting.
• You have a professional and ethical image to the client, subcontractors, relevant regulatory authorities, consultants, and project team
• Ensure the effective coordination and control of Engineering Works for the ACEREZ D&C project through activities of technical, engineering, inspection, scheduling, planning, survey, procurement, and quality control based on ACEREZ D&C standards.

Project Manager positions start in our project office in Sydney CBD, with occasional site visits. Once the project is fully operational, it will transition to DIDO 14 days onsite in camp style accommodation and 7 days off site, on a roster-based arrangement out of the Central West Orana Region

Please note: This position is being delivered as part of a joint venture between two organisations. As such, your employment may be with either of the parent companies, and this will be confirmed during the recruitment process.

We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. If you believe you bring the capabilities to succeed in this role, we’d love to hear from you. We look forward to continuing to build our supportive workplace together.

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