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About the Role

This role supports the full delivery cycle of EDP Renewables' Australian solar, wind and battery storage projects, from Investment Memo and/or start of EPC tender up to the handover to Operations & Maintenance. The role helps ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality targets, in accordance with the Company Business Plan and E&C Department requirements.

Responsibilities

Support the Head of E&C Australia across pre-FID and early-development phases of solar, wind and BESS projects, including CAPEX estimation, benchmarking and risk allowances.
Work with Engineering to optimize design and analyze potential solutions to reduce CAPEX while maintaining overall project quality.
Contribute construction input to investment decisions and constructability reviews.
Support EPC / BOP / BESS contracting strategy definition.
Support EOI/RFP evaluation, technical leadership during tendering, and bid evaluation and negotiation.
Coordinate effective handover from Development/Engineering into Construction.
Support full accountability for HSE, Quality, Cost and Schedule across active construction sites.
Maintain and update Construction Management Plans and portfolio-wide schedules (e.g. MS Project).
Monitor and control budget, schedule and risk across multiple concurrent projects.
Support contractor performance management, claims and compliance.
Coordinate interfaces across EPC contractors, equipment suppliers and subcontractors.
Support change order review and approval with strict governance.
Provide construction management coverage across the portfolio as priorities shift between projects.
Support commissioning and operational testing activities.
Track punch list closure and compliance verification.
Support handover dossier preparation.
Support contractor close-out and Take Over Certificates.
Support handover of projects to Operations & Maintenance.
Manage relationships with internal engineering, procurement, legal and finance teams.
Manage relationships with external EPC contractors, equipment suppliers, lenders and consultants.
Ensure structured communication and reporting across the portfolio.
Support technical due diligence for new project acquisitions and FID processes.
Provide construction feedback to engineering and design to reduce delivery risk.
Support design and constructability optimization.
Support development of construction standards and best practices across the Australian portfolio.
Capture and apply lessons learned across projects.
Ensure compliance with HSE and regulatory standards across all supported projects.
Maintain documentation and audit readiness.

Requirements

Bachelor's or Graduate Degree in Civil, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
5 and above years of experience managing utility-scale renewable energy (solar, wind and/or BESS) construction projects.
Strong Excel / data analysis skills.
Driving license is mandatory.
Travelling often (regular travel to project sites mainly across NSW and QLD).
Experience managing EPC contractor relationships.
Solar, Wind and Battery Storage electrical infrastructure design & construction background, standards.
Familiarity with the Australian energy market and regulatory framework (AEMO, NSW/QLD/WA TSOs, state planning and development approval processes).
Understanding of typical EPC contract structures and clauses in the Australian market.
Project Management & business orientation covering the whole value chain from different perspectives is preferred.
Management and Reporting tools (Excel, Word, Microsoft Project, Power BI, Outlook…)
User level of any of the following engineering software: AutoCAD, ArcGIS, PVCase, PVSyst, Global Mapper, ...
Experience with monitoring tools and planning & control methodologies is a plus.

Skills

Excel
Data analysis
Microsoft Project
Power BI
Outlook
AutoCAD
ArcGIS
PVCase
PVSyst
Global Mapper

Location

Australia

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

5+ years

Education Level

Bachelor's Degree
Graduate Degree

Benefits

Flexible work conditions
Remuneration compatible with the role
Additional benefits
Opportunities for personal and professional development
Cross-cutting projects
Mobilities
Volunteering
Positive and innovative work environment
Collaboration
Agile decision-making
Flexible, healthy, and inclusive workplace
Attractive benefits
Meaningful work experience
Preparation for future challenges
Development opportunities
Internal mobility

About the Company

EDP Australia is the main subsidiary of EDP Group, a global leader in the renewable energy sector and one of the world’s largest wind producers.
With its headquarters in Singapore, EDP APAC is the leading sustainable development hub for the Asia Pacific region with activities across nine different markets.
Our activities are focused on the design, development, management, and operation of renewable energy sources, namely solar, wind, as well as new technologies such as storage.
EDP is a global energy group leading the Energy Transition, Innovation and Sustainability.
Using the technology of the future, we create solutions highly focused on the needs of our people and our customers, never neglecting our role and contributions to society.
To achieve our goals, we aim to attract diverse people with high potential through the professional opportunities we create.
Join us to be part of a renewable energy leader that reinvests in society through sustainable projects and social as well as cultural causes.
You will have the opportunity to actively participate in our global transformation, by changing tomorrow now.
As a socially responsible company, we incorporate our values and practices with the principles of Diversity and Inclusion.
To achieve all our objectives, we intend to attract, develop and retain different profiles, assuming diversity as a key factor and differentiator of fundamental innovation in our organisation.
We welcome and value all people, and we are committed to the inclusion and sense of belonging of each person who is part of the EDP Group.
TOP Employer APAC, Singapore 2025 certification
TOP Employer Europe 2025 certification
Bloomberg Gender Equality Index 2021
Top Workplaces US 2021
Certification in Conciliation (Excellence) by the Más Familia Foundation.

Equal Opportunity

Our vision is that each person combines their unique characteristics and experiences to fulfill our mission of creating new energy for the planet.
We are an inclusive employer, ensuring all candidates are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process.
We welcome and value all people, and we are committed to fostering a sense of belonging for each person who is part of the EDP group.