Project Manager

Who We Are

Zinfra is a leading partner in the design, build, operation and maintenance of Australia’s energy and utilities infrastructure. Delivering an annual portfolio of more than $1.2 billion, our work helps keep energy flowing safely and reliably to communities across Australia while supporting the nation’s energy transition.

With a workforce of more than 2,800 people, we deliver complex infrastructure, asset management and field services across Australia’s east coast. Our people draw on deep industry experience, an unwavering commitment to safety, and practical innovation to deliver the right outcomes for our clients and communities.

About the Role

As a Project Manager, you will lead the delivery of a diverse portfolio of electrical infrastructure projects across the United Energy network. This role is responsible for managing projects from tender and scope development through to delivery, financial close-out and client handover, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the required quality standards.

Working in a complex and highly regulated environment, you will balance commercial, technical and stakeholder requirements while managing risks, resources and subcontractors. You will play a key role in building strong client relationships, driving project outcomes and ensuring compliance with contractual, governance and network requirements.

• Manage the end-to-end delivery of electrical and power network projects, from tender development and planning through to execution and close-out
• Own project performance across scope, schedule, budget, quality and risk, ensuring contractual obligations and client expectations are met
• Lead project teams and subcontractors, coordinating resources and resolving complex project delivery challenges
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, suppliers, consultants and internal stakeholders
• Monitor project financials, forecasts and reporting, ensuring commercial outcomes are achieved while maintaining safety and quality standards

About You

You will bring strong project management experience, commercial awareness and the ability to deliver outcomes in complex operational environments. You are confident managing project scope, budgets, schedules and risks, while building effective relationships with clients, contractors and internal stakeholders.

• Qualification in Electrical Engineering, Diploma in Power or other related discipline, along with previous power industry
• Demonstrated experience managing projects through the full lifecycle, including tendering, contract administration, budgeting, forecasting and risk management
• Strong understanding of project delivery within the power, utilities, electrical infrastructure or related industry sectors
• Proven ability to lead project teams and subcontractors while influencing clients and stakeholders to achieve successful project outcomes
• Proficient with project management and business systems, including Microsoft Office and enterprise project or financial management platforms
• Current Australian Driver's Licence

Why Work With Us

What we do matters. Delivering safe and reliable energy makes a difference to people’s lives across Australia every day. We are proud to keep communities connected while preparing the nation for a renewable future.

We are a certified family-friendly workplace and offer a range of benefits that support our people at work and outside it.

We know Zinfra is a great place to belong – but don’t just take our word for it. Hear directly from our people about what it's like to build a career, make an impact and be part of the team at Zinfra.

• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements, where role-appropriate
• Recognition through our Incentivise program
• Purchased annual leave options
• Novated leasing, EV subscriptions and vehicle discounts

We champion and value diversity in life and work experiences, because broader perspectives strengthen our problem solving, decision making and ability to innovate.

We welcome applications from everyone, including First Nations peoples, veterans, people living with disability and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.

If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

Recruitment Process During the recruitment process, you may be required to undertake pre-employment checks, including a 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 other third parties. Interested candidates are welcome to submit their application independently.