Electrical Project Manager

Work Initiatives; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Australian-owned business

Diverse projects

Career development

Collaborative team environment

Queensland operations growth

Job summary

New Edge Group in Cairns, QLD is seeking an experienced Electrical Project Manager to lead major commercial and industrial electrical projects. You will work closely with clients, site teams, subcontractors, suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure successful delivery.

The role emphasizes planning, budgets, schedules, quality and WHS, with leadership of site managers and project teams, and a strong focus on delivering projects on time and to specification.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing electrical projects in construction.
• Experience in commercial/industrial electrical projects.
• Electrical trade qualification and/or relevant engineering qualification.
• Strong understanding of electrical services, drawings and specifications.
• Experience managing project budgets, procurement, variations and subcontractors.
• Strong contract administration skills.
• Excellent planning, organisation and time-management.
• Strong communication and stakeholder-management.
• Ability to lead site and project teams.
• Understanding of WHS requirements.
• Strong computer literacy and project administration.

Responsibilities

• Manage electrical projects from planning through to completion.
• Manage budgets, forecasts and financial performance.
• Review project scopes, drawings and contractual requirements.
• Develop and manage project programs, milestones and dates.
• Coordinate labour, subcontractors, suppliers and materials.
• Provide leadership to Site Managers, Supervisors and project teams.
• Monitor project progress and provide regular reporting.
• Manage variations, procurement and project documentation.
• Liaise with builders, clients, consultants and other contractors.
• Identify and manage project, commercial and delivery risks.
• Ensure works comply with Australian Standards, project specifications and quality requirements.
• Maintain a strong focus on Workplace Health and Safety.
• Manage testing, commissioning, handover and project close-out.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients and project stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Budgets & forecasting

Stakeholder management

Planning & scheduling

Leadership

Communication

WHS awareness

Education

Electrical trade qualification

Electrical engineering qualification

Tools

Project administration software

Job description

Deliver major commercial & industrial electrical projects

Electrical Project Manager

• Cairns, QLD

• Full-Time

• Deliver major commercial & industrial electrical projects

About the Role

New Edge Group is seeking an experienced Electrical Project Manager to join our team based in Cairns, QLD.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Project Manager to take responsibility for the successful delivery of electrical projects, working closely with clients, site teams, subcontractors, suppliers and internal stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage electrical projects from planning through to completion
• Manage project budgets, costs, forecasts and financial performance
• Review and understand project scopes, specifications, drawings and contractual requirements
• Develop and manage project programs, milestones and critical dates
• Coordinate labour, subcontractors, suppliers and materials
• Provide leadership and direction to Site Managers, Supervisors and project teams
• Monitor project progress and provide regular reporting
• Manage variations, procurement and project documentation
• Liaise with builders, clients, consultants and other contractors
• Identify and manage project, commercial and delivery risks
• Ensure works are delivered in accordance with relevant Australian Standards, project specifications and quality requirements
• Maintain a strong focus on Workplace Health and Safety
• Manage testing, commissioning, handover and project close-out
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients and project stakeholders

Skills & Experience

To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:

• Proven experience managing electrical projects within the construction industry
• Strong experience in commercial and/or industrial electrical projects
• Electrical trade qualification and/or relevant electrical engineering or construction qualification
• Strong understanding of electrical services, construction drawings and specifications
• Experience managing project budgets, procurement, variations and subcontractors
• Strong commercial awareness and contract administration skills
• Excellent planning, organisation and time-management skills
• Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills
• Ability to lead site and project teams
• Strong understanding of WHS requirements
• Strong computer literacy and project administration skills
• A positive, professional and solutions-focused approach

Why Join New Edge Group?

• Join an established Australian-owned business
• Work on diverse and challenging electrical projects
• Be part of New Edge Group's growing Queensland operations
• Opportunity for ongoing career and professional development
• Supportive and collaborative team environment