Project Engineer / Contracts Administrator - Renewable Energy
Vacancy Number: PUB408590
Australia, Melbourne, 3000
Fulltime: 40 hrs a week
Experience: 4 years
Closing: 04 August 2024
Introduction
Brunel is partnering with a global, tier 1 EPC contractor to help build the project team on an iconic renewable energy project just outside of Melbourne. This role is key to the commercial controls team on-site and works closley with the project manager to ensure compliance with procurement and controls focussed on the electrical component of the project.
The project is one of the largest of it's type in Australia and will help firm the Victorian electrical grid for years to come.
About this role
This is a site based role with the project in early construction phase and looking to complete by the end of 2025. The ideal candidate will have extensive contract administration experience particularily with electrical or energy projects. The role requires the type of person who can work in a diverse project team, work closely with the subcontractors on site and advise on contract risks and seek opportunities for improvement.
Strong document handling skills and attention to detail is a must as well as negotiation and positive stakeholder management at all levels.
Requirements
- Degree in electrical engineering or similar / progressed in career from trade background.
- Experience in large energy related projects particularily in renewables, substations or transmission.
- Experience managing sub-contractors on site.
- Experience negotiating and letting contracts.
- Ability to forecast costs and budgets.
- Strong oral and written communication as well as presentation skills.
What we offer
- Work with a tier 1, global EPC on exciting renewables projects.
- Attractive package.
- Get in on the ground level and grow within the business.
About Brunel
Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trade and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leadi ng projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.
Operating locally since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 45 years of successful operation.
Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates