Project Director

Pacific Energy Ltd; Perth; On-site; AUD 250,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-day fortnight option

Free onsite parking

Health and wellness reimbursements

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Pacific Energy Ltd in Australia seeks an experienced Project Director to lead development and delivery of a large-scale traditional and renewable power facility for a Tier 1 mining client. The role runs over more than three years, from development through to handover.

You will oversee contracting strategy, procurement, system integration and commercial alignment while driving safe, profitable and on-time outcomes and engaging stakeholders across internal teams and partners.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience delivering large-scale projects in power generation, mining, construction or heavy industry.
• Engineering or Trade qualification with PMP/CPPM or equivalent certification preferred.
• Proven track record leading high-value projects with complex scopes, multiple contractors and significant commercial risk.
• Strong commercial and financial acumen including budgeting, forecasting and contract management.
• Expertise in project governance, risk management and structured delivery methodologies.
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills with ability to influence outcomes.
• Collaborative, people-focused leader developing high-performing teams and driving change.

Responsibilities

• Lead the safe delivery of major, high-risk energy infrastructure projects to scope, budget and schedule.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, reporting, resources and milestone delivery.
• Drive project governance, risk management, quality assurance and HSE compliance.
• Manage commercial and contractual obligations to minimise business risk and optimise outcomes.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, partners, subcontractors and internal stakeholders.
• Lead, mentor and develop multidisciplinary project teams, fostering excellence and continuous improvement.
• Oversee project completion, commissioning and handover to operations or client.

Skills

Project leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Budgeting/financial acumen

Contract management

Risk management

Education

Engineering or Trade qualification

PMP/CPPM or equivalent

Job description

Pacific Energy is an Australian market leader in the provision of sustainable distributed energy. Our purpose is to transition the world to a clean energy future.

As Australia’s only end-to-end provider of all renewable energy technologies, with proven experience integrating solar, wind, battery energy storage and green hydrogen into new and existing systems, we deliver industry firsts that are leading the clean energy transition.

Lead Major Energy Projects That Power Remote Australia

Pacific Energy is seeking an experienced Project Director to lead the development and delivery of a large-scale traditional and renewable power generation facility for a Tier 1 mining customer. Spanning more than three years, this flagship project will take you from final development and investment approval through to construction, commissioning and operational handover.

Working closely with internal stakeholders, external advisors and delivery partners, you will oversee contracting strategy, procurement, power system integration and commercial alignment to ensure successful project delivery.

This is a senior leadership role responsible for driving safe, profitable and on-time outcomes while managing commercial, technical and stakeholder requirements.

What We Offer

Benefits include:

• Competitive remuneration package: rewarding you for the impact you deliver and the outcomes you achieve.
• Flexible work arrangements and a 9-day fortnight option available.
• Free onsite parking: making your commute easier and more convenient.
• Health and wellness reimbursements: helping you invest in your physical and mental wellbeing.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): confidential support for you and your immediate family.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the safe delivery of major, high-risk energy infrastructure projects, ensuring outcomes are achieved to scope, budget and schedule.
• Provide overall accountability for project performance, including budgeting, forecasting, reporting, resource management and milestone delivery.
• Drive project governance, risk management, quality assurance and compliance with Health, Safety and Environmental requirements.
• Manage commercial and contractual obligations to minimise business risk and optimise project outcomes.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, partners, subcontractors and internal stakeholders.
• Lead, mentor and develop multidisciplinary project teams, fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, accountability and continuous improvement.
• Oversea project completion, commissioning and successful handover to Operations and / or the client.

About You

• Extensive experience successfully delivering large-scale, complex projects within power generation, mining, construction or heavy industry.
• Engineering or Trade qualification, with PMP, CPPM or equivalent Project Management certification preferred.
• Proven track record leading high-value projects with complex technical scopes, multiple contractors and significant commercial risk.
• Strong commercial and financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, reporting and contract management.
• Demonstrated expertise in project governance, risk management and structured project delivery methodologies.
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement, negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to influence outcomes and build lasting client relationships.
• A collaborative and people-focused leader with a proven ability to develop high-performing teams, drive change and deliver sustainable business outcomes.

At Pacific Energy, diverse backgrounds, industry expertise, and unique skill sets fuel our innovation. As we continue to grow, this is your opportunity to help shape something truly transformative.

Applicants must be Australian Citizens or Permanent Residents with full working rights.
Learn more at www.pacificenergy.com.au/careers

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At Pacific Energy, we’re committed to moving the world towards a clean energy future.

As Australia’s only-end-to-end provider of all renewable energy technologies—including wind, solar, batteries and green hydrogen—we're delivering industry firsts through our collective belief that unified, we can transform the renewables landscape.

We have decades of experience to draw on, but we’re always looking for better ways to evolve, and new voices to guide us along our journey.

We’re headquartered in Perth, Western Australia, with opportunities in Kalgoorlie, Victoria, Queensland, South Australia and the Northern Territory. Come join us in our journey to create a brighter future, together.

At Pacific Energy, we’re committed to moving the world towards a clean energy future.

As Australia’s only-end-to-end provider of all renewable energy technologies—including wind, solar, batteries and green hydrogen,we're delivering industry firsts through our collective belief that unified, we can transform the renewables landscape.

We have decades of experience to draw on, but we’re always looking for better ways to evolve, and new voices to guide us along our journey.

We’re headquartered in Perth, Western Australia, with opportunities in Kalgoorlie, Victoria, Queensland, South Australia and the Northern Territory. Come join us in our journey to create a brighter future, together.