Underground Utilities Project Lead

Zinfra; Canberra; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Zinfra is seeking a Team Leader to deliver complex underground civil utility projects for ZGS Power. You will lead multidisciplinary contractor teams, manage field staff and resources, and drive safe, on-time delivery while upholding quality and customer service standards.

Ideal candidates will have strong leadership, experience in civil construction or pipelaying, and a proven ability to coordinate activities, manage variations, and ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead field teams and subcontractors across diverse projects.
• Strong knowledge of electrical and/or civil systems, operational policies, and risk management practices.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with the management and supervision of small to medium construction works, ensuring safety and quality.
• Plan and organise field activities, allocate personnel, plant and equipment to meet requirements.
• Lead subcontractors, ensure training, tools, vehicles and environments are optimised for performance and safety.
• Monitor and improve operational efficiencies and delivery performance to support business objectives.
• Audit work practices to ensure compliance with policies, quality systems and safety requirements.
• Manage resources, assist with variations, coordinate materials and subcontract services.
• Assist with pre-contract planning, estimation and reporting, including progress updates.
• Ensure quality controls and processes are carried out across worksites.
• Enforce safety procedures and customer service expectations.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients and stakeholders to resolve enquiries.

Skills

Team leadership

Civil construction

Stakeholder management

Project planning

Safety focus

Communication

Problem solving

Job description

Zinfra is seeking a Team Leader to deliver complex underground civil utility projects for ZGS Power. You will lead multidisciplinary contractor teams, manage field staff and resources, and drive safe, on-time delivery while upholding quality and customer service standards.

Ideal candidates will have strong leadership, experience in civil construction or pipelaying, and a proven ability to coordinate activities, manage variations, and ensure compliance with safety regulations.