Construction Project Manager in Adelaide

Construction Project Manager in Adelaide

Adelaide Full-Time 90000 - 110000 $ / year (est.) On-site
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead the delivery of a major wind farm project from development to handover.
  • Company: Join a global leader in renewable energy with a commitment to sustainability.
  • Benefits: Permanent role with competitive salary and opportunities for career growth.
  • Other info: Dynamic work environment focused on safety, collaboration, and innovation.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact in the renewable energy sector and drive positive change.
  • Qualifications: Tertiary qualification in Engineering and 5-10 years of relevant experience.

The predicted salary is between 90000 - 110000 $ per year.

About the Business
Sirius Energy have partnered with a global leader in independent renewable energy generation, managing several gigawatts of operational and under-construction wind, solar, and battery storage assets across Australia. Backed by world-class institutional capital, they maintain complete end-to-end capabilities spanning project development, construction, asset management, and dedicated operational oversight. Aiming to deliver an additional 10 GW by 2030, the business continues to deliver multi-billion-dollar energy infrastructure pipelines committed to safety and sustainability excellence.

Role Overview
Based in Adelaide, South Australia, this permanent position plays a key role in the successful delivery of a flagship utility-scale renewable energy project (major wind farm) from the final stages of development through construction, commissioning, and handover. Reporting directly to the Project Director and acting on behalf of the owner/developer, the Construction Project Manager will lead a collaborative delivery team to plan, execute, and control project activities ensuring safety, quality, commercial, environmental, and stakeholder objectives are achieved.

Key Accountabilities

  • Project Delivery & Execution: Lead the project team in managing the delivery of power generation assets, including wind turbines, civil, and electrical infrastructure, while driving project performance against safety, program, cost, quality, and technical targets.
  • Commissioning & Handover: Oversee commissioning, testing, energisation, completion, and seamless handover to the internal asset management team.
  • Contractor & Consultant Management: Act as the main interface for contractors, consultants, Owners' Engineers, and network service providers, managing contractual obligations, variations, claims, and delivery issues to achieve best-for-project outcomes.
  • Governance & Risk Management: Establish and maintain project registers, reporting tools, and management systems while identifying, assessing, and mitigating project risks.
  • HSEQ & Stakeholder Oversight: Champion a strong safety culture, ensure strict compliance with health, safety, environmental, and statutory requirements, and manage key relationships with landowners, communities, and external stakeholders.

Skills and Experience

  • Tertiary qualification in Engineering (Electrical preferred, Civil or Mechanical also considered).
  • 5–10+ years of experience in construction, infrastructure, renewable energy, or power generation projects.
  • Proven track record managing contractors, consultants, Owners' Engineers, network service providers, and major project stakeholders.
  • Strong understanding of project delivery principles, contract administration, construction management, and project controls.
  • Demonstrated commitment to health, safety, and environmental performance, with a collaborative leadership mindset.
  • Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Construction Project Manager in Adelaide employer: Sirius People

Join a dynamic Brisbane-based company that values its employees and fosters a supportive work culture. With comprehensive training, competitive commission structures, and clear pathways for career advancement, this role offers a rewarding opportunity for those looking to grow in sales while building meaningful relationships within the trade industry.

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Contact Details:

Sirius People Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Construction Project Manager in Adelaide

Project Delivery & Execution
Commissioning & Handover
Contractor Management
Consultant Management
Governance & Risk Management
HSEQ Compliance
Stakeholder Management