Project Director

Nordex Oceania; Southern Downs Regional; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site SE Queensland role

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Nordex Oceania is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead large wind farm projects from planning through commissioning, ensuring on-time delivery, cost control and compliance with HSE and contractual requirements.

You will coordinate cross-functional teams across multiple countries, manage customer interfaces at a senior level, and drive continuous improvement while regularly traveling to on-site locations in South-East Queensland.

Qualifications

• 10–15+ years leading complex renewables or infrastructure projects.
• Expert in EPC/BoP contracts, negotiations and variations.
• Experience leading multicultural teams across countries.
• Strong stakeholder management with regulators and utilities.
• Engineering degree with PM certifications.
• Willingness to travel and be based on site in SE Queensland.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full lifecycle of large wind farm projects from award to COD.
• Act as senior interface with customers, management and stakeholders.
• Oversee planning, engineering, procurement, logistics, construction and commissioning.
• Manage project financials: budgeting, forecasting and cash flow.
• Drive governance, risk and claims management throughout.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Contracts management

Risk management

Cross-functional leadership

Negotiation

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s in Engineering

PM Certification (PMP/IPMA/Prince2)

Job description

The Senior Project Manager is responsible for leading the successful delivery of large‑scale wind farm projects, ensuring full compliance with contractual, technical, financial and HSE requirements. This role provides strategic oversight across all phases of project execution— from planning and engineering to construction and commissioning—while acting as the primary liaison for key customers and senior stakeholders. The Project Director ensures that projects are executed safely, efficiently and profitably, strengthens client relationships, and drives continuous improvement within the organisation.

Your Tasks

• Lead the full lifecycle of large‑scale wind farm projects, from contract award to commercial operation, ensuring delivery on time, within budget and according to contractual obligations.
• Act as the primary senior interface with customers, internal senior management, suppliers and external stakeholders, ensuring transparent communication and alignment.
• Oversee and drive project planning, engineering, procurement, logistics, construction and commissioning activities, ensuring compliance with Nordex standards, HSE requirements and local regulations.
• Manage project financials: budgeting, forecasting, cash‑flow tracking, change orders and risk mitigation strategies.
• Drive high‑level decision‑making, resolving escalations and ensuring strategic alignment between project objectives and company goals.
• Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams (Engineering, Legal, Finance, PMO, HSE, Construction, Service) to ensure seamless project execution.
• Monitor project KPIs and prepare executive progress reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure strong governance, contractual discipline and claims management throughout the project lifecycle.

Your Profile

• 10–15+ years leading complex, multi‑million‑dollar renewable or infrastructure projects (wind, solar, grid, heavy industry or EPC), with a proven record of successful delivery.
• Demonstrated expertise managing EPC/BoP contracts, including negotiation, claims management, variations, and risk mitigation in highly technical and regulated environments.
• Strong background leading multidisciplinary and multicultural teams across multiple countries, acting as a senior technical and operational reference point.
• Advanced stakeholder‑management capabilities, engaging effectively with regulators, utilities, contractors, technical partners and senior internal executives.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil or similar), with highly valued Project Management certifications (PMP, IPMA, Prince2).
• Deep understanding of EPC contracts, construction law, risk management and commercial governance within the energy sector.
• Strategic thinker with exceptional leadership, communication and negotiation skills, capable of making high‑stakes decisions under pressure and driving results.
• Flexibility to travel and willingness to be regularly based on site in South‑East Queensland to ensure hands‑on leadership and operational excellence.

Your Benefits

In addition to the opportunity to make our world a little more sustainable, we offer you:

• Some offers may vary by location

At Nordex, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applicants of all genders, ethnicities, ages, religions and backgrounds to apply for our open positions.