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AECOM Project Manager – Renewable Energy and Grid Connection in Melbourne, Australia
Company Description
If you’re looking for a job that you enjoy and that keeps you passionate and productive, AECOM is the place to be." William Leong, Workgroup Manager Transmission + Distribution
Come and grow with us.
AECOM’s Energy practice across Australia and New Zealand comprises approximately 250 experts, offering a broad range of services, including consulting, engineering design, energy procurement, and EPC (engineering, procurement, and construction) for power, energy efficiency, and renewable energy clients. Our comprehensive understanding of the entire energy landscape - from generation and distribution to storage and demand-side management enables us to develop holistic strategies that enhance and modernise next-generation energy infrastructure.
Everyone belongs at AECOM
We’re committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging - because great ideas come from diverse perspectives. AECOM is proud to be a Fortune 500 Most Admired Company , a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality , #Work180 Equitable Workplace Awards 2025 Winner and an AWEI Bronze Tier LGBTQ+ Inclusive Employer .
Job Description
Due to continued growth in the energy sector, we are expanding our Grid Connections team in Melbourne by hiring a Project Manager to work across development and construction phase of projects (grid-connected and off-grid) in the renewable energy sector, oil & gas, industrial and mining industries.
How you’ll make a difference:
Deliver grid connection and network planning projects, including interconnection studies, reference design, and feasibility assessments for greenfield renewables, energy storage, interconnectors, REZs, and onshore transmission for offshore wind.
Lead project delivery in line with the AECOM Project Delivery Framework, acting as Project Director or Approver, and ensuring effective use of resources including time, talent, budget, and materials.
Maintain and grow strong client relationships through regular engagement, understanding client needs, and providing responsive, timely, and effective communication.
Support business development by identifying new and repeat business opportunities, ensuring client satisfaction, and delivering professional, high-quality services.
Qualifications
The following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don’t tick all the boxes, you could still be a perfect fit for this role. Please apply, all applications will be considered.
We are looking for a degree qualified engineer (electrical, or project manager, with ideally 4 + years of experience in a project management or design / engineer role. Demonstrated experience working in hybrid renewable projects within the Australian utility network is highly regarded.
The qualities that help you thrive:
Proven experience in delivering large, utility-scale power projects and grid connections in Australia, with strong knowledge of local regulations, frameworks, connection processes, and major generation technologies (e.g. renewables, storage, biofuels, hydrogen).
Demonstrates deep functional and technical expertise relevant to the role, with a strong focus on quality assurance, innovative problem-solving, and the development of efficient systems and processes.
Effective communicator capable of clearly conveying complex technical ideas to a range of senior, technical, and non-technical stakeholders within and outside of AECOM.
Strong track record in stakeholder engagement and management, including close collaboration with project managers, contractors, and clients in diverse and multi-disciplinary project teams.
Skilled in bid and proposal development, with a sound understanding of procurement and commercial considerations, and exceptional written and verbal communication abilities.
Additional Information
Why you’ll love working with us (Benefits – choose 4 to align with the role)
Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, part-time, job-sharing and hybrid work options
26 weeks paid parental leave, 2 weeks paid partner leave and up to 12 weeks paid alternative primary carer leave
Continuous learning and growth - lunch and learns, professional development courses, financial study assistance, 5 days paid study leave, global career opportunities
Flex public holidays – swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better
Ready to push the limits of what’s possible?
We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.
Applications are reviewed as they come in, and the role may close earlier than expected, so if this opportunity sounds like you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
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About AECOM
AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $13.1 billion in fiscal year 2022. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.
Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity
You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.
You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.
AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.
Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.
ReqID: J10127733
Business Line: Energy
Business Group: DCS
Strategic Business Unit: ANZ
Career Area: Engineering
Work Location Model: Hybrid
Legal Entity: AECOM Australia Pty Ltd