Manager - Em Site

Webuild Group; Cooma; On-site; AUD 160,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Webuild S.p.A. The Future Generation Joint Venture in New South Wales seeks a Manager - EM Site to lead electromechanical installations on the Snowy 2.0 project. You will coordinate civil, mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic trades and monitor the construction programme to hit milestones.

You will ensure delivery within time, cost, quality, safety and environmental targets, resolve scheduling and safety issues, and provide regular site reports with corrective actions to minimize delays.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Mechanical or Civil Engineering or related field.
• Proven experience in construction management or similar roles.
• Ability to read and interpret complex construction drawings and technical documentation.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and leadership skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead electromechanical installations on a complex hydropower construction project.
• Coordinate civil, mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic trades.
• Monitor and manage the construction programme to meet milestones and quality standards.
• Provide regular site reports and propose corrective actions to recover schedule delays.
• Resolve issues related to scheduling, safety or resource allocation.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Problem-solving

Reading drawings

Scheduling

Education

Mechanical/Civil Engineering

Job description

Manager - EM Site Date: 14 Aug 2026 Location: Cooma, Australia Company: Webuild S.p.A. The Future Generation Joint Venture brings together the combined engineering experience and expertise of WeBuild, Clough and Lane and has been selected to design construct Snowy 2.0. This project is based within the Snowy Mountains in NSW and will deliver one of the largest pumped hydro schemes in the world. Snowy 2.0 is the next chapter in the Snowy Scheme's history. It is the largest committed renewable energy project in Australia and will provide on-demand energy and large-scale storage for many generations to come. This Iconic Project has and will continue to create its own legacy in Australian history. Purpose of the Role: To lead electromechanical installations on a complex hydropower construction project. The role is critical in ensuring effective coordination between civil, mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic trades, and in monitoring and maintaining the construction programme to meet project milestones and quality standard. To ensure the successful delivery of the project within the required constraints for time, cost, quality, safety, environment and the community. Resolve issues that may arises during construction whether they are related to scheduling, safety or resource allocation. Provide regular reports for the monitoring of the site installation activities and proposed corrective actions where needed to recover and minimize risks of schedule delays.

Qualifications

• Tertiary Qualifications or related discipline such as, Mechanical/Civil Engineering (or related field)
• Proven work experience in construction management or similar roles
• In-depth understanding of construction procedures and material and project management principles
• Ability to read and interpret complex construction drawings and technical documentation
• strong communication and negotiation skills, attention to detail, and the ability to problem-solve are essential for the role
• Excellent coordination, leadership, and communication skills
• White Card

Experience

• At least 10 years’ Experience in construction operations of similar scale with a proven focus on quality outputs in a timely manner
• Experience working on large scale construction projects or other suitable projects works
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products including Excel, Word, Project, and Outlook.
• Strong understanding of hydropower construction phases including civil works, M&E installation, and commissioning
• Understanding of current and relevant health and safety regulations, good industry practice and engineering standards
• Understanding of quality plans and Inspection Test Plans for electromechanical works, HVAC and MEP Engineering.
• Proficiency in planning, executing, and overseeing projects to completion on time
• Proficiency in project management and scheduling tools (e.g., Primavera P6)
• Good understanding of contractual frameworks and budgeting
• Strong understanding of construction processes and multi-trade coordination
• Strong leadership and communication abilities
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines

Required Competencies

• Strong verbal and communication skills and the ability to write clear and concise English
• Financial Management, ability to understand budgets and forecasts
• WHS – risk assessment, legislative compliance
• Skills in construction method development and subsequent programming
• Contract comprehension, commercial awareness and ability to develop substantiated claims
• Strong understanding of hydropower construction phases including civil works, M&E installation, commissioning and steel structures
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principals involved in