Senior Project Manager - Octopus Australia

We’re excited to offer an opportunity to become part of the Octopus Australia team in our Melbourne, Sydney or Brisbane office.The successful applicant will join Octopus Australia on our mission to harness capital and expertise to accelerate the renewable energy transition.We are seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of utility-scale renewable energy projects, with wind project experience required for this role.This role is accountable for the end-to-end delivery of construction-stage projects, from Financial Close through to Commercial Operations Date (COD). The successful candidate will act as an Owner’s Representative, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in line with Octopus’ commercial and technical objectives.Octopus AustraliaEstablished in 2018, Octopus Australia is a renewable energy fund manager and developer. Our dynamic multi-disciplinary team of over 65 highly skilled people have the expertise required to manage a renewable energy fund and operate a renewable energy and storage portfolio.We have an existing multi‑GW portfolio of operating and development assets, including utility‑scale solar, wind and battery storage facilities across the country. We are continuing to grow to create a long‑term business that can deliver a firmed energy product to meet the evolving needs of Australia’s energy future. 1. Project Delivery (Owner’s Representative)Lead end-to-end delivery from Financial Close to COD for utility-scale wind project                                                   Deliver against baseline schedule, budget and quality, ensuring safe execution through commissioning and handover.2. Commercial & Contract ManagementOwn EPC and major supply contract administration (notices, variations, claims and obligations).Protect Octopus’ commercial position via risk management, governance discipline and dispute avoidance.3. Planning, Risk & Issue ResolutionManage the integrated schedule and critical path, including impacts from change and constraints.Own risks, issues and mitigations; drive cross-functional resolution across engineering, construction, commissioning and grid interfaces.4. Stakeholder, Grid & Partner ManagementManage internal interfaces and external stakeholders (NSPs, advisors, contractors, investors) to enable delivery.Secure timely decisions, approvals and information flow to keep programme milestones on track.5. Reporting, Governance, HSE & ImprovementProvide concise monthly reporting on progress, cost-to-complete, key risks/issues and mitigations.Prepare governance and investor updates that clearly link technical status to commercial outcomes.Lead a safety-first culture and continuous improvement in delivery...