T&D Program Manager

Program Manager – T&D / Substation

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead the successful delivery of large scale, complex infrastructure programs from initiation through to close-out. This individual will oversee multidisciplinary teams, establish program governance and execution strategies, and drive performance across cost, schedule, quality, safety, and client satisfaction.

This is an opportunity to join a highly respected, employee-owned engineering and construction consultancy delivering some of the industry's most significant capital projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of program strategies to achieve established business objectives and client outcomes.
• Direct and coordinate multidisciplinary teams, ensuring resources are effectively deployed to maximise efficiency and project performance.
• Oversee all phases of program delivery, including planning, execution, monitoring, reporting, and close-out.
• Implement and manage processes, procedures, and reporting frameworks to support successful program execution.
• Drive systems integration initiatives and establish robust data collection, analytics, and reporting capabilities to improve visibility of program performance, budget status, and schedule risks.
• Manage overall program budgets and control expenditure to ensure financial targets are achieved.
• Prepare and present regular financial updates, including revenue forecasts and performance reporting to senior leadership.
• Support business growth initiatives by identifying opportunities to expand services and strengthen client relationships.
• Recruit, mentor, develop, and retain high-performing team members.
• Conduct performance reviews and provide ongoing leadership, coaching, and guidance to staff.
• Promote adherence to organisational policies, quality standards, and best practices.
• Ensure compliance with QA/QC requirements and maintain a strong focus on health and safety performance across all program activities.
• Undertake additional responsibilities as required to support program success.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or a related discipline from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 10 years' experience within engineering, consulting, construction, or infrastructure environments.
• Proven experience leading multidisciplinary teams responsible for delivering major capital projects and programs.
• Experience managing programs with values exceeding $250 million is highly desirable.
• Strong client relationship management and business development capabilities.
• Extensive knowledge across:
• Proposal development and contract negotiations
• Program and project planning
• Project controls and reporting
• Systems integration
• Owner's engineering functions
• Real estate and right-of-way acquisition
• Permitting and environmental compliance
• Construction management
• Design coordination and stakeholder communication
• Budget and schedule management
• Executive-level client engagement
• Demonstrated ability to deliver projects successfully while meeting financial objectives and performance targets.
• Exceptional leadership, facilitation, collaboration, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong analytical abilities with a strategic mindset.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information effectively to clients, executives, and project teams.
• Advanced knowledge of project management methodologies and tools, including Microsoft Project or equivalent platforms.

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation: competitive $180,000+ & bonus up to 40%
• Eligibility for a discretionary annual performance bonus.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical coverage, disability protection, paid time off, retirement savings programs, and wellness initiatives.
• Participation in a long-term employee ownership program, allowing employees to directly share in the success of the business.