Senior Project Manager

At Transgrid, we play a crucial role in delivering safe, reliable, and sustainable energy to millions of Australians. Operating over 13,000 km of high-voltage transmission lines and 128 substations across NSW and the ACT, we connect electricity generators to the distribution network—powering homes, businesses, and communities.

As the energy sector evolves, we’re growing our workforce to drive innovation and transformation.

The Opportunity | Open to Sydney & Newcastle Locations

As a Senior Project Manager, you will be responsible for the successful execution of a portfolio of projects within the Synchronous Condenser Program, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and in accordance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards. This includes project planning, risk mitigation, stakeholder coordination, and a strong focus on commercial outcomes.

You will work closely with internal teams, contractors, regulatory bodies, and external stakeholders to drive seamless project execution. In this role you will report directly to the Project Director and work alongside a team of Senior Project Managers and coordinators. Your leadership in this role will be instrumental in fostering a high-performing, collaborative environment where project objectives are met efficiently and effectively. You will develop and implement project management plans, ensuring clear deliverables and expectations, while monitoring progress to identify risks and implement mitigation strategies.

Managing financial, contractual, and regulatory obligations will be a key aspect of the role, as well as overseeing procurement and contractor performance to ensure high-quality outcomes. Regular reporting to senior management and key stakeholders will be required to maintain transparency and alignment with business objectives.

This position offers a unique opportunity to work on complex energy projects that have a direct impact on the future of Australia's electricity network.

Key Responsibilities as a Senior Project Manager

• Manage the end-to-end delivery of critical infrastructure projects – specifically the Synchronous Condenser Project.
• Oversee project planning, scheduling, and risk management to meet key milestones.
• Ensure compliance with financial, regulatory, and safety requirements.
• Foster strong stakeholder relationships and effectively manage contractor performance.
• Drive continuous improvement and innovation in project execution.
• Lead, develop, and mentor emerging talent across the business, providing guidance to Project Managers, Engineers, and the broader Transgrid team.

Leading at Transgrid

At Transgrid, our leadership principles are at the core of how we deliver complex, high-impact infrastructure projects that help power Australia’s energy future. As a Senior Project Manager on the Synchronous Condenser Project, you’ll be expected to lead with purpose, foster collaboration across diverse teams and partners, and deliver results that are safe, sustainable, and aligned with our long-term goals.

We’re looking for leaders who champion accountability, act with integrity, and drive continuous improvement. You’ll bring a strategic mindset, a strong focus on safety and risk management, and the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels. In return, you’ll join a values-led organisation committed to innovation, performance, and supporting our people to lead through change.

More About You & What You’ll Bring

• Tertiary qualification in engineering or a related field – Electrical Engineering preferred, Civil & Industrial also highly regarded.
• Extensive experience managing large capital infrastructure projects in the energy sector.
• Expert commercial and financial acumen, with experience in budgeting and contract management.
• The ability to identify and resolve project risks, ensuring timely and effective delivery.

Benefits & Perks

At Transgrid, we empower our people with a well-rounded benefits package designed to support their personal, professional, and social well-being, helping them deliver their best work every day. Employees have access to a range of corporate discounts across retail, utilities, travel, health & wellbeing etc, as well as novated leasing options, workplace flexibility, 20 weeks paid parental leave and more.

Regardless of where you are in your professional journey, Transgrid powers your career by providing access to regular and on-going training, workplace mentoring and tertiary education. Here you are encouraged to build a career that is right for you.

Ready to lead the delivery of one of Australia’s most important energy projects? Apply today and help shape a cleaner, more sustainable future - Applications close on the 25th of August 2025