Project Manager

Company: Western Power
Location: Washington
Posted on: May 9, 2025

Job Description:

Press Tab to Move to Skip to Content LinkSelect how often (in days) to receive an alert: Create AlertWork Type: 2 x 12 month Fixed TermLocation: Perth CBDWestern Power is currently seeking experienced Project Managers to join our dynamic team and play a key role in the successful delivery of complex infrastructure projects.These roles are accountable for the end-to-end delivery of major projects, ensuring all works are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and scope. You'll be working on high-value, high-visibility projects that have a significant reputational impact and contribute directly to the energy future of Western Australia.Your Role in Action

• Work under the Energy Transition and Sustainability function, responsible for delivering multiple projects across all phases: initiation, scoping, planning, execution, and closeout.
• Collaborate with a team of experts to deliver complex projects within scope, time, and budget, maintaining safety and quality standards.
• Manage projects with high technological, reputational, safety, or commercial risks, impacting Western Power and stakeholders.
• Execute projects following Western Power's Project Methodology, Standards, Processes, and Governance framework.
• Manage, maintain, forecast, and report on project financials, including Capex and Opex.
• Proactively report project status to stakeholders and Team Leader; coordinate project teams through resource plans and schedules.
• Identify and manage project assumptions, risks, issues, and dependencies, establishing mitigation strategies.
• Ensure project and quality assurance controls and gate checks are performed to minimize risks.
• Conduct stakeholder analysis and develop effective stakeholder management plans.
• Complete all project documentation in accordance with NFIT requirements.
• Support and develop effective project teams across various functions to achieve project outcomes.
• Provide coaching and mentoring to less experienced project management staff.
• Champion change initiatives aligned with business strategy and stakeholder expectations.What Makes You a Great Fit
  • Trade or Tertiary Qualifications in Engineering or Construction, or extensive industry experience.
  • Industry accreditation in project management (RegPM / PMI).
  • At least 5 years of experience managing and delivering complex projects using industry-standard methodologies like PMBOK or Prince2.
  • Strong relationship-building skills with stakeholders and senior leaders through excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Self-motivated with effective time and effort management skills.
  • Ability to influence, motivate, and develop others.
  • Extensive financial acumen, capable of interpreting financial data, budgeting, and forecasting.
  • Highly developed negotiation and conflict management skills.By joining Western Power, you will contribute to powering a cleaner energy future. We are dedicated to fostering career development and promoting a healthy work-life balance, empowering you to drive innovation as we develop a network that will serve the Western Australian community for generations. You will also benefit from a range of perks and opportunities, including:
    • Over 50% of our employment opportunities are driven by career progression.
    • Flexible work arrangements supporting part-time, flexible hours, and remote work.
    • The opportunity to purchase up to four weeks of additional leave per year.
    • Access to salary packaging, social activities, and discounted health insurance and gym memberships.
    • An award-winning employee recognition and benefits program.
    • An innovative team culture supporting the transition to renewable energy and decarbonisation.
    • Additional wellness leave days each year.
    • Access to end-of-trip facilities at our Perth office and South Metro Depot, ideal for cyclists.
    • On-site caf-- for meals and refreshments throughout the day.
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