Electrical Site Manager - HV Substation Construction

Conpower; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above-market salary

Study assistance

16 weeks parental leave

Purchased leave

Mobile device and laptop

Referral program

Employee discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

CPP is seeking an experienced Electrical Site Manager to lead the WA site delivery of 330kV substations for major renewable energy projects. The role starts in the Perth office for setup, then transitions to site approximately two hours north of Perth with a flexible DIDO roster.

You will manage day-to-day site activities, lead site teams and subcontractors, and ensure safety, quality and on-time delivery while coordinating with project managers, engineers and client representatives.

Qualifications

• Experienced Site Manager with HV substation construction and grid connection experience.
• Strong safety leadership and risk management.
• Proven ability to lead frontline teams, subcontractors and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day site delivery of 330kV substation works for major renewables projects.
• Provide strong leadership to site teams and subcontractors while ensuring safety, quality and schedule.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, suppliers and client representatives.
• Manage site meetings, progress reporting and QA documentation.

Skills

HV substation construction

Grid connection experience

Safety leadership

Site leadership

Job description

Electrical Site Manager - HV Substation Construction

• Initially based in our Perth Office for initial set up, then onto site 2 hours north of Perth
• DIDO role with flexible roster - Subject to final project arrangements
• Build CPP’s WA site team with long-term leadership growth potential

Who Are CPP?

CPP is a leading high-voltage infrastructure provider, connecting renewable energy projects to Australia’s electricity grid.

As a member of Quanta Services, a Fortune 500 company ranked #192 on the NYSX, we specialise in the design, construction, commissioning, and maintenance of substations, transmission lines, wind farms, and battery storage systems.

Established in 1996, we’ve connected more wind farms and renewable batteries than any other company. With over 800 employees and offices in Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, and Perth, we partner with Australia’s major transmission providers to deliver innovative, end-to-end solutions.

Join us in shaping the future of energy.

Operations

Our Operations team is responsible for safely delivering high-voltage infrastructure projects across Australia, from early construction planning through to site execution, commissioning support and handover.

With CPP’s WA pipeline continuing to grow, this role will play an important part in establishing our local site delivery capability and supporting the successful delivery of major renewable energy infrastructure in the state.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Site Manager to join our WA team and lead the site delivery of the 330kV substation works for major renewable energy project. This is a key senior site appointment, and the first Site Manager hire for our WA team, offering strong visibility, influence and future progression as the local pipeline continues to grow.You may currently be working as a Site Manager or Construction Manager delivering HV substations or switchyards.

Initially based in our Perth office, you will support construction readiness activities including management plans, resourcing, supplier and contractor coordination, outage planning and site setup. From January 2027, the role will transition to site, approximately two hours north of Perth, with roster arrangements to be confirmed in line with project requirements.

Reporting to the General Manager of WA Operations, you will manage day-to-day site activities, provide strong leadership to site teams and subcontractors, and ensure work is delivered safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards. This will include site meetings, progress reporting, project documentation, workforce coordination, QA compliance, safety leadership and close collaboration with project managers, engineers, suppliers and client representatives.

About you

• Experienced Site Managerwith strong HV substation construction and grid connection experience, ideally within EPC and renewable energy environments.
• Strong safety leadership, with the ability to identify and control critical risks, manage site compliance and maintain high quality standards.
• Proven ability to lead frontline teams, subcontractors and suppliers while keeping project managers and stakeholders well informed.

This role will suit a hands on site leader who can contribute from the early planning stage, build a strong site culture, and confidently transition into delivery once works commence. You will bring a practical approach, strong communication skills and the ability to work closely with project leadership while keeping safety, quality, cost and schedule front of mind.

Be rewarded at CPP

At CPP, we value our people above all else. We’re dedicated to investing in and developing your talent to help you reach your full potential. By joining us, you’ll have the opportunity to work on industry-leading projects and access the latest technologies. We foster a culture of innovation and welcome fresh ideas – if you're ready to challenge the status quo, we want you to be part of our team.

Benefits include:

• Above-market salary package with annual reviews
• Access to study assistance for continuous development, and a strong focus on internal promotions to help you grow within
• 16 weeks paid primary carer's leave & 6 weeks paid secondary carer's leave
• Up to 2 weeks of purchased leave
• Choice between an iPhone or Samsung mobile & design specked engineering laptop and software
• Generous employee referral program up to $4,000
• Access to an extensive benefits and discounts program with savings at over 400 retailers
• Free Employee Assistance Program for you and your family, supporting physical, mental, and financial wellbeing

CPP is an equal opportunity employer that fosters a culture of achievement, personal development and offers a diverse, safe and supportive work environment.