Electrical Projects Lead — Hands-On PM

UCS Group; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Mobile phone

Laptop

Job summary

UCS Group in Melbourne, VIC, seeks a hands-on Lead Project Manager Electrical to drive high-value electrical civil projects across Victoria. You will plan, program and oversee safe execution, while mentoring field teams and coordinating design, procurement and site operations.

The role demands 3–5 years in a PM position, strong communication, and proven delivery of complex projects within medium-to-large organisations. A practical, proactive leader committed to safety and quality is essential.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in civil or commercial electrical installations and compliance.
• Minimum 3–5 years in a Project Manager role with extensive industry experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to motivate, mentor and lead teams while maintaining accountability.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead the delivery of multiple civil projects across Victoria, ensuring safety, quality and profitability.
• Development of stakeholder engagement frameworks to build strong relationships ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction.
• Lead, guide and motivate field teams, setting clear expectations and mentoring employees.
• Coordinate all aspects of project delivery including design input, procurement, scheduling, and site operations.
• Identify and resolve project risks early, using practical solutions built from real industry experience and solid technical background.
• Oversee and take ownership of budgets, variations, and progress claims to ensure financial targets are met.
• Ability to prepare high quality written reports, action plans and correspondence as required.
• Lead continuous improvement through supervision, coaching, training and overall development of your team.

Skills

Electrical installations

Team leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Program management

Tools

Procore

Aconex

Job description

UCS Group in Melbourne, VIC, seeks a hands-on Lead Project Manager Electrical to drive high-value electrical civil projects across Victoria. You will plan, program and oversee safe execution, while mentoring field teams and coordinating design, procurement and site operations.

The role demands 3–5 years in a PM position, strong communication, and proven delivery of complex projects within medium-to-large organisations. A practical, proactive leader committed to safety and quality is essential.