Electrical Project Manager- ASP Level 1 & Major Infrastructure Works

Syscon; Newcastle City Council; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Fuel card

Career growth opportunities

Growth in electrical infrastructure

Job summary

Syscon is seeking an experienced Electrical Project Manager to lead ASP Level 1 and major infrastructure projects across Newcastle and the Hunter Region. You will report to the Operations Manager and steer projects from planning through completion, ensuring delivery on time, within budget and compliant with DNSP requirements.

You will oversee internal teams, subcontractors and site crews while building strong client relationships and maintaining a culture of safety and quality across all

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing electrical distribution, utility or infrastructure projects.
• Experience delivering ASP Level 1 and/or major infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of DNSP standards and requirements (Ausgrid, Endeavour Energy, Essential Energy).
• Ability to interpret electrical designs, drawings and construction documentation.
• Strong leadership, planning and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage ASP Level 1 and major infrastructure projects.
• Plan project scope, schedules, resources and budgets.
• Coordinate internal teams, subcontractors and site crews.
• Build and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships.
• Ensure compliance with DNSP standards and WHS regulations.
• Monitor project budgets, forecasts and financial performance.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and delivery challenges.
• Drive a strong safety and quality culture across all projects.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Cost control

Risk management

Communication

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

DNSP portals

Job description

Join Syscon, a leading Level 1 & Level 2 Accredited Service Provider (ASP), delivering critical electrical infrastructure projects across Newcastle and the Hunter Region.

As part of the Borg Group, Syscon specialises in the design and construction of overhead (OH) and underground (UG) electricity distribution networks, providing end-to-end civil and electrical solutions for residential, commercial and infrastructure developments.

Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured work, we are seeking an experienced Electrical Project Manager to lead ASP Level 1 and major infrastructure projects throughout the Newcastle region.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will be responsible for the successful delivery of electrical infrastructure projects from planning through to completion, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget and in compliance with DNSP requirements.

You will

• Manage ASP Level 1 and major infrastructure projects
• Plan project scope, schedules, resources and budgets
• Coordinate internal teams, subcontractors and site crews
• Build and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships
• Ensure compliance with DNSP standards, ASP requirements and WHS regulations
• Monitor project budgets, forecasts and financial performance
• Identify and mitigate project risks and delivery challenges
• Drive a strong safety and quality culture across all projects

About You

You are an experienced Project Manager with a background in electrical infrastructure, utilities or civil construction and understand the requirements of working within the ASP environment.

To be successful, you will have:

• Proven experience managing electrical distribution, utility or infrastructure projects
• Experience delivering ASP Level 1 and/or major infrastructure projects
• Knowledge of DNSP standards and requirements, including Ausgrid, Endeavour Energy and/or Essential Energy
• Ability to interpret electrical designs, drawings and construction documentation
• Strong leadership, planning and stakeholder management skills
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
• Experience with DNSP portals, approvals and network processes (desirable)
• Engineering, Electrical or Construction Management qualifications (desirable)
• Energy & Climate Change authorisation for ASP works (preferred)

Why Join Syscon?

• Competitive salary package
• Fully maintained company vehicle and fuel card
• Lead major electrical infrastructure projects across the Hunter Region
• Strong pipeline of secured work
• Backing and stability of the Borg Group
• Supportive leadership team and collaborative culture
• Genuine opportunities for career growth and development
• Be part of a business experiencing significant growth in the electrical infrastructure sector

If you're an experienced Electrical Project Manager looking to join a growing business with a strong reputation in the industry, we'd love to hear from you.