Senior Project Manager - Transmission Lines

Exceptional opportunity for a Senior Project Manager to join our expanding Projects & Infrastructure division in a critical site based position.

About Zinfra:

Zinfra is a leading infrastructure services provider committed to delivering exceptional solutions in the energy, utilities, and infrastructure sectors. We pride ourselves on our innovative approach, technical expertise, and dedication to safety, quality, and sustainability. Our over 2000 team members across the East Coast, consistently strive to exceed our client’s expectations and make a difference in the communities we serve.

The Zinfra Projects and Infrastructure business is the trusted partner to deliver construction projects in Transmission Lines, Substations (Green and Brown field), Renewable energy storage and Green Gas infrastructure.

About the role: 

We are seeking a new Senior Project Manager to join the team delivering critical energy infrastructure projects focused on transmission line construction. This predominantly site based role will oversee the management of the delivery teams to contribute towards the safe, cost effective, quality provision of service of construction meeting our client’s requirements, KPIs and financial targets of the project(s).

Reporting into the Operations Manager you will be managing transmission line projects typically ranging from $1M - $50M whilst working closely with a team of Project Managers, Construction Managers, Project Engineers, Crew Leaders, technical and support staff.

You will have involvement in full project lifecycles from tender stage through to delivery and testing and commissioning.

Your responsibilities will include: 

• Continuously managing and supervising the delivery team.
• Consistently motivating direct and indirect reports to ensure projects within the portfolio are delivered to specified scope, time frame, allocated budget, and quality.
• Continuously managing Internal Resources, Subcontractors, Designers, and Suppliers.
• Ensuring continuous adequate management of internal resources, subcontractors, designers, and suppliers utilizing Zinfra’s processes and procedures.
• Continuously negotiating and managing subcontracts to the benefit of Zinfra.
• Ensuring the delivery is programmed efficiently to meet or exceed Zinfra and customer requirements.
• Consistently achieving Safety Targets for TRIFR and lead indicators.
• Assisting in continuously developing and maintaining technical procedures and inspection and test reports.
• Ensuring that all customer and Zinfra reporting requirements are continuously fulfilled.
• Continuously ensuring all relevant JSAs, SWMS, permits, procedures, and documentation are available across the portfolio.
• Managing client relationships diplomatically throughout the project delivery process to enhance or maintain business relationships.
• Actively participating in pre-contract activities (tenders, EOIs, proposals, bids).
• Developing the Project and Program Delivery Capability.
• Cultivating high-performing project environments.
• Managing personnel in accordance with Zinfra policies, ensuring only personnel with appropriate skills and qualifications are employed or assigned.

About you: 

To be selected for interview your resume will need to highlight your experience delivering complex high value transmission line projects.

Additionally your profile will need to highlight:

• Experience and understanding of the development engineering and / or infrastructure industry (design, procurement and construction)
• A Strong understanding of legal requirements and obligations in the administration of contracts
• Extensive networks established with clients, consultants, authorities and contractors
• Your ability to build, manage and lead a high performance, outcomes oriented team
• Extensive program and project management experience delivering works with and managing the risks of multiple substantial projects
• Proven experience driving cultural change given the commercial focus in the business

Recruitment Process: 

During our recruitment process, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks including pre-employment medical, reference checks and a national police check. 

Zinfra is a champion of equal opportunity employment and has committed to targets for gender equity and first nations representation in our workforce. We want you to come as you are by promoting an inclusive culture, both within our organisation and throughout the communities we interact with.

We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds including First Nations Peoples, people with differing abilities, LGBTIQ+ community, gender, neurodiverse, cultural diversity, all age groups, and those with an intersectional or multiple diverse characteristics.

Our people are our energy source and we offer meaningful benefits and rewards that work for you. This high profile role offers the opportunity for potential long term career growth as part of our talent development and succession planning process.

Join our team and make a meaningful impact toward Australia’s “Net Zero” targets through the delivery of critical infrastructure projects and be a part of Zinfra's journey to shape the future of the energy and utilities industry.

Notice to Third Parties: Zinfra does not accept unsolicited resumes (or liability associated with fees or costs) from recruitment agencies, search firms or third parties. Interested candidates are welcome to submit their application independently. 

Any questions? Reach out! Jack.betton@jemena.com.au / 03 9173 8986