Project Manager, Large-Scale Renewable Projects

SMA Australia; North Sydney Council; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

5 days paid leave at Xmas

Hybrid working environment

Job summary

SMA Australia is seeking a Project Manager to lead the delivery of large-scale projects from our North Sydney office. The role combines office-based work with hybrid flexibility, coordinating cross-border stakeholders to meet contractual obligations.

Ideal candidates have electrical engineering background, project management certification, and 2+ years’ experience in a similar role, with strong communication and risk management skills for renewable power systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or relevant field.
• Diploma or Certification in Project Management.
• 2+ years of experience in a similar role.
• Strong time management and coordination across multiple stakeholders.
• Ability to read and interpret contracts.
• Customer relationship management and negotiation skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Solid organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of renewable power conversion systems is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Review contracts and identify main risks and milestones such as deliveries, payments, documentation, etc.
• Liaise with CPJM team to manage commercial aspects of the contract.
• Ensure offered services and specifications match contract obligations.
• Manage contract variations.
• Communicate with stakeholders post award to ensure contract execution.
• Deliver projects on time and prevent cost or time slippage.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Handle conflicts effectively.
• Organise project kick-off meetings post award.
• Report project status to stakeholders and maintain records.
• Ensure all contract deliverables are met.

Skills

Time management

Stakeholder coordination

Contract interpretation

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Renewable power knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Diploma or Certification in Project Management

Tools

MS Excel

MS Project

Contract management software

Job description

SMA Australia is seeking a Project Manager to lead the delivery of large-scale projects from our North Sydney office. The role combines office-based work with hybrid flexibility, coordinating cross-border stakeholders to meet contractual obligations.

Ideal candidates have electrical engineering background, project management certification, and 2+ years’ experience in a similar role, with strong communication and risk management skills for renewable power systems.