Project Manager

• $200k base + 16.5% super + bonus
• Permanent Role | Hybrid working
• Newcastle CBD 

About Ausgrid – we’re wired for good  

We’re the largest distributer of electricity on Australia’s east coast, which means over two million homes and businesses rely on our good work. We’re here at the heart of the energy transition, and we’re driven by a powerful purpose to make electricity accessible for all. 

It’s an exciting new chapter for our company with each day bringing a renewed energy to how we deliver, store and use electricity. As we continue to grow, we’re in search of exceptional talent to help us achieve our goals.  

Everyone’s job is important here. Our customers come from all walks of life, and so do we. We’re committed to fostering a diverse, respectful, and inclusive workplace, and encourage applications from all backgrounds. 

See yourself working here 

In this role, you’ll lead the day-to-day delivery of largescale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects, high voltage infrastructure works and contestable grid connections. You’ll bring project plans to life, making sure they translate into safe, reliable and high performing energy assets for our communities. Every decision you make helps ensure our work meets the right technical standards and delivers on what our customers need, today and for the future.  

Working with a mix of engineering, civil and electrical teams, you’ll coordinate people and resources across the full project lifecycle. From early design and planning through to construction, commissioning and handover, you’ll keep things moving so milestones are met safely, on time and within budget. Managing the end-to-end delivery of BESS, high voltage and grid connection projects, including design, construction and commissioning. 

• Coordinating multidisciplinary teams and developing detailed project plans to maximise efficiency and avoid clashes across dependent projects. 

• Leading project planning sessions, assigning tasks and supporting teams working across multiple project stages. 

• Preparing and reviewing technical specifications, assessing offers and supporting procurement processes for equipment, contractors and consultants. 

• Ensuring all works comply with our safety-first approach, environmental obligations, state and national regulations, and relevant standards.  

• Overseeing governance, reporting and risk frameworks so project costs, milestones and deliverables are tracked clearly and transparently. 

• Troubleshooting budget, schedule, design and construction issues to keep projects in line with agreed metrics. 

• Managing contracts effectively, monitoring performance and ensuring deliverables meet requirements and industry standards. 

What you bring to the role 

Our hiring decisions are not only based on your experience and skills, but your passion, attitude, and alignment to our core values.  

To be successful, you will have the following skills & experience: 

• Tertiary Qualification (Diploma or higher) in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Project Management or a related commercial discipline. 

• Diploma in Project Management (or willingness to undertake further studies to obtain Diploma) 

• Proven experience managing electrical infrastructure projects such as high voltage BESS and applying a diversified knowledge of engineering principles and practices in the electricity supply industry. 

• Intermediate computer literacy in Microsoft Office, Primavera and systems, including SAP4Hana. 

• Perform/write/authorise Network Access Requests (NAR) of a complex nature. 

• Strong organisation, prioritisation and time management skills. 

• Superior liaison, consultation, negotiation and stakeholder management skills including demonstrated ability to liaise with and foster effective working relationships and influence and negotiate at project levels. 

• Recognised analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills including ability to provide advice on projects and electrical engineering issues. 

• Highly evident communication skills both written and oral with a customer focus for service delivery and experience in drafting advice, reports, submissions and briefing documents. 

• Advanced leadership capabilities in managing a complex workgroup and delivering a productive and harmonious culture with direct reports. 

• Proven high attention to detail, personal initiative and accuracy in date entry, including experience in drafting advice, reports, submissions and briefing documents. 

• Ability to exercise a high level of confidentially and discretion when dealing with sensitive or personal matters.  

• Well-developed skills and experience in contract administration and understanding of the needs, responsibilities and risks involved with the various roles in engineering contracts. 

Life at Ausgrid  

At Ausgrid, we go beyond just a competitive salary to offer an exciting range of benefits. From salary sacrificing electric vehicles and novated leasing, to discounted corporate health insurance and access to Fitness Passport, our benefits support your work here, and your life out there.  

Celebrate success every day with our employee recognition program to bring out each other’s best. Looking to grow professionally? We’ve got you covered with study assistance, secondments, training and mentors, whose advice you’ll keep wherever you go.  

 
We’re proud to offer gender-neutral parental leave to balance work when growing your family. And if you’re caring for elderly parents, our aged care support services offer expert guidance to help you access care for your loved ones. At Ausgrid, it's all about supporting you in every aspect of life. 

If you require support with your application/reasonable adjustments for the interview process, please reach out to our dedicated Talent Team recruitment@ausgrid.com.au. 

Application close date: 22 March 2026 (please note, this date is subject to early closure) 

Applicants must have full Australian work rights to apply.