Project Manager

Company: Western Power
Location: Washington
Posted on: June 2, 2025

Job Description:

Press Tab to Move to Skip to Content LinkSelect how often (in days) to receive an alert: Create AlertProject Manager - Permanent Full Time / Perth CBDThis is a unique and exciting time to be a part of the Network Maintenance, Planning & Delivery team at Western Power. We manage planned, as well as reactive works on the distribution network and play a key role in developing annual work plans in addition to responding to day-to-day queries and requests from various parts of the business.Being a part of Network Maintenance, Planning and Delivery Function, you will partner with key stakeholders in shaping and delivering projects aligned to the wider business objectives. We collaborate with multiple teams to convert business strategies to deliverable works and assist in identifying and implementing operational improvement initiatives.We're looking for a Project Manager to join us on a full-time basis at the Perth CBD Office.Your Role in Action

• Delivering projects to the agreed scope, time and cost without compromising safety or quality
• Execute all projects according to Western Powers Project Methodology, Standards, Processes and Governance framework
• Ensure project financials are managed, maintained, forecasted and can be reported upon in terms of Capex and Opex - Report the status of the assigned projects pro-actively and on an ongoing basis to key stakeholders and Team Leader, and co-ordinate and manage the work of the project team through up to date resource plans and project schedules
• Identify and actively manage project assumptions, risks, issues and dependencies associated with delivery ensuring appropriate mitigation strategies are established and actively managed
• Ensure project and quality assurance controls and gate checks are undertaken to minimise risk to delivery, costs and quality
• Conduct stakeholder analysis and establish effective stakeholder management plans
• Ensure that all project documentation is completed appropriately and satisfies NFIT requirementsWhat Makes You a Great Fit
  • Trade / Tertiary Qualifications in Engineering or Construction or 5-8 years demonstrable industry experience
  • Industry accreditation in project management, RegPM / PMI
  • At least 3 to 4 years' demonstrated experience managing and delivering projects utilising industry standard project methodology such as PMBOK or Prince 2.
  • Ability to professionally engage stakeholders, both written and verbal, including presenting project progress to management
  • Self-motivated and the ability to manage time and prioritise effort
  • Industry experience with a working understanding of the electrical network and relevant work practices, policies and standards
  • Financial acumen including the ability to interpret financial data and reports. Utilise project knowledge to accurately budget and forecast expenditure and productivity
  • Valid WA Driver's License Class 'C' or 'C-A'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. Y ou 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 to support flexible working hours and working from home arrangements.
    • The opportunity to purchase up to four weeks of additional leave per year.
    • Access to salary packaging, social club activities, and discounted health insurance and gym membership.
    • An award- winning employee recognition and benefits programme.
    • An innovative team culture that's enabling the transition to renewable energy and decarbonisation.
    • In addition to standard leave, enjoy two wellness leave days each year.
    • Access to end-of-trip facilities at our Perth office and South Metro Depot, perfect for cyclists.
    • On-site caf-- available for convenient meals and refreshments throughout the day.
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