Perth Infrastructure Project Manager – Underground Power

Western Power; Perth; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

Flexible working

Extra leave

Salary packaging

Recognition programme

Renewable energy culture

Wellness leave

Bike facilities

Parental leave & cultural leave

Job summary

Western Power is seeking expressions of interest from experienced Project Managers to join the Housing Infrastructure (Dx) Underground Power Program in Perth. You will be accountable for the safe, successful delivery of complex infrastructure projects, balancing commercial, operational and customer requirements while leading project teams.

The role emphasizes adapting to changing conditions, managing risks, and delivering projects on time and within budget under Western Power's governance

Qualifications

• Relevant qualifications and/or significant demonstrated experience in project delivery, engineering, construction, business analysis, financial management, infrastructure, or a related field.
• Industry accreditation in project management, RegPM / PMI.
• Demonstrated experience managing and delivering projects utilising PMBOK or Prince 2.
• Ability to engage stakeholders, written and verbal, including progress presentations to management.
• Experience using scheduling/forecasting software such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project is desirable.
• Self-motivated with time management and prioritisation skills.
• Experience with electrical network understanding and relevant standards and policies.
• Financial acumen to interpret data and forecast expenditure and productivity.

Responsibilities

• Deliver complex infrastructure projects within scope, schedule, budget, safety and quality.
• Lead project teams and manage risks, issues and stakeholder expectations.
• Apply project methodology, standards and governance as per Western Power.
• Coordinate resources and forecast financials (Capex and Opex).
• Report project status to stakeholders and Team Leader; maintain up-to-date plans.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Financial forecasting

Scheduling & planning

Education

Relevant degree in engineering or construction

PM accreditation (RegPM/PMI)

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Job description

Western Power is seeking expressions of interest from experienced Project Managers to join the Housing Infrastructure (Dx) Underground Power Program in Perth. You will be accountable for the safe, successful delivery of complex infrastructure projects, balancing commercial, operational and customer requirements while leading project teams.

The role emphasizes adapting to changing conditions, managing risks, and delivering projects on time and within budget under Western Power's governance