Design Manager

About Zinfra:

Zinfra is a leading partner in the design, build, operation and maintenance of Australia’s energy and utilities infrastructure. Delivering over $1B portfolio annually, the work we do is essential to bringing energy to our communities safely and reliably, while powering the nation’s energy transition. With a diverse workforce of more than 2,300, we expertly deliver our services across Australia.  

About the role

As a Design Manager, you will lead the delivery of multidisciplinary engineering design services across transmission line and substation projects. Working closely with project, commercial and client stakeholders, you will be responsible for ensuring high-quality design outcomes are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with project objectives. You will provide technical leadership throughout the project lifecycle, balancing engineering excellence with commercial performance, while fostering collaboration across diverse project teams. This role offers the opportunity to influence critical energy infrastructure projects that support Australia's energy transition, drive innovation in design delivery, and contribute to the successful execution of large-scale projects across Zinfra's portfolio. You will also play a key role in strengthening stakeholder relationships, supporting project governance, and promoting continuous improvement across design processes and project outcomes. 

Your responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• Leading multidisciplinary design teams to achieve successful project outcomes.
• Managing design scope, budgets and project schedules throughout delivery.
• Providing technical direction and ensuring integration across engineering disciplines.
• Collaborating with project management and commercial teams to support delivery objectives.
• Engaging and managing subconsultants throughout the design lifecycle.
• Resolving commercial and design delivery issues, including variations and scope changes.
• Building strong relationships with clients and key stakeholders while presenting technical solutions.
• Overseeing design governance, quality assurance, compliance and approval processes.
• Supporting bids, proposals, innovation initiatives and continuous improvement activities.

About you

To be selected for interview your resume should highlight your experience leading engineering design delivery within complex infrastructure, utilities or energy environments. Specific experience in substations (zone substation, traction substations or transmission substations) or transmission lines will be highly regarded. You will demonstrate a strong track record of managing multidisciplinary teams, balancing technical, commercial and project delivery requirements, and building trusted relationships with clients and stakeholders. We are seeking a collaborative and solutions-focused professional who can drive quality outcomes, influence project decisions and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. Your ability to manage competing priorities, navigate project challenges, and deliver high-quality design solutions within budget and schedule constraints will be highly regarded. 

Ensure your resume shares details of:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related discipline.
• Extensive experience within engineering design environments
• Any experience in substations or transmission lines
• Experience leading and coordinating multidisciplinary design teams.
• Demonstrated success delivering complex infrastructure, utilities or energy projects.
• Strong understanding of design management processes and project lifecycles.
• Experience managing project scope, budgets, schedules and commercial considerations.
• Knowledge of engineering standards, compliance requirements, quality assurance and governance frameworks.

Why you should work for us 

What we do matters. Delivering safe and reliable energy makes a difference to people’s lives across our country every single day. We are proud to keep Australia connected while preparing the nation for a renewable future. Our people are our energy source. We offer meaningful benefits and rewards, including being a certified family-friendly workplace, flexible work arrangements, various leave benefits, career development pathways, a wellbeing program, and more.  

We know Zinfra is a great place to belong—but don’t just take our word for it; hear our team members share what working at Zinfra means to them.  

We champion and value diversity in life and work experiences, as we know everyone benefits from broader diversity of thoughts in our problem solving, decision making and ability to innovate. We encourage applications from everyone, including First Nations people, veterans, people living with a disability and members of the LGBTIQA+ community. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. 

Recruitment Process 

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

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