Electrical Project Manager

Work Initiatives; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 135,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Work Initiatives is seeking an Electrical Project Manager in Brisbane, Australia to own electrical projects from handover to close-out, partnering with Construction and site teams to deliver on time and within budget. The role emphasizes safety leadership and client relationship management across complex programs.

You will develop detailed plans, manage budgets and procurement, and lead multiple trades on site while ensuring compliance and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Strong electrical construction and project-management experience.
• Strong leadership and communication capability.
• Commercial and financial acumen.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Solutions-focused approach to project delivery.
• Ability to manage competing priorities.
• Strong stakeholder-management skills.
• Commitment to safety and quality.
• Ability to manage programme, cost, resources and risk concurrently.
• Projects delivered safely, on time and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of assigned electrical projects from handover through to practical completion and final close-out.
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, construction programmes and resourcing schedules.
• Coordinate design reviews, value-engineering opportunities and constructability input where required.
• Prepare and manage project budgets, forecasts and cost reports.
• Monitor project profitability, variations and cash flow; approve project expenditure.
• Develop and maintain construction schedules and monitor site progress.
• Lead Site Supervisors, Foremen, electricians, apprentices and subcontractors.
• Act as the primary client contact and manage stakeholder relationships.
• Ensure WHS compliance and provide safety leadership across projects.
• Coordinate procurement activities and manage subcontractor involvement.

Skills

Electrical construction

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Commercial acumen

Organisational skills

Safety focus

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Problem solving

Tools

Project plans

Job description

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description

Role Purpose The Electrical Project Manager takes ownership of assigned electrical projects from handover through to practical completion and final close-out. Working closely with the Construction Manager, Site Supervisors, Foremen, subcontractors and internal stakeholders, the role ensures projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the required quality standard, while maintaining strong client relationships and supporting operational performance.

Tasks & responsibilities

Project delivery & planning Take full ownership of assigned electrical projects from handover through to practical completion and final close-out.

Develop and manage detailed project plans, construction programmes and resourcing schedules. Coordinate design reviews, value-engineering opportunities and constructability input where required. Identify project risks early and implement appropriate mitigation strategies.

Ensure effective project integration, completion and handover.

Financial & commercial management Prepare and manage project budgets, forecasts and cost reports.

Monitor project profitability, variations and cash flow. Identify, price and manage project variations. Approve project expenditure within delegated authority.

Work closely with Finance and construction leadership on project financial performance.

Programme & time management Develop and maintain construction schedules.

Monitor site progress and address delays. Coordinate with clients, builders and consultants. Manage critical-path activities.

Ensure labour and resources are aligned with programme requirements.

Leadership & team management Lead Site Supervisors, Foremen, electricians, apprentices and subcontractors.

Provide clear direction and operational support. Foster a positive, professional and safety-focused culture. Support the development of project and site teams.

Escalate significant issues where required.

Client & stakeholder management Act as the primary client contact.

Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships. Lead project meetings. Resolve delivery issues professionally.

Manage client expectations throughout the project lifecycle.

Safety, quality & compliance Ensure WHS compliance and provide safety leadership across projects.

Maintain required safety documentation. Monitor workmanship and quality standards. Address non-conformances and incidents promptly.

Maintain a strong focus on safe and compliant project delivery.

Procurement & supply chain Coordinate procurement activities.

Manage subcontractor involvement. Monitor supplier performance. Ensure materials and labour are aligned with the project programme.

Reporting & administration Prepare project reports. Maintain accurate project records and documentation.

Support audits, reviews and project close-out requirements.

Collaboration & continuous improvement Work collaboratively across internal departments.

Contribute to process improvements. Identify opportunities to improve project delivery. Represent the employer professionally with clients, suppliers, subcontractors and other stakeholders.

Key skills & attributes

Strong electrical construction and project-management experience. Strong leadership and communication capability.

Commercial and financial acumen. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. Solutions-focused approach to project delivery.

Ability to manage competing priorities. Strong stakeholder-management skills. Commitment to safety and quality.

Ability to manage programme, cost, resources and risk concurrently. Success in this role looks like Projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget.

Project risks are identified and managed proactively. Clients, builders and consultants trust the Project Manager’s leadership, communication and delivery capability. Site teams feel supported, properly resourced and clear on programme, scope and expectations.

Financial performance is actively managed. Variations are identified, priced and approved in a timely manner. Quality standards are consistently achieved.

Defects and project issues are addressed promptly and professionally.

Employment conditions & remuneration

Full-time employment.

Project Manager: 135,000–155,000 + superannuation. Senior Project Manager: 150,000–180,000 + superannuation. Final remuneration will depend on experience, capability and the level of responsibility attached to the role.

Further employment conditions will be discussed with shortlisted candidates.

The client’s identity and full employment terms will be provided to suitable shortlisted candidates at the appropriate stage of the recruitment process. All opportunities remain subject to employer selection, Job Capital assessment, qualification and experience verification, and work-right or visa eligibility.