Design Manager fpr Renewable Energy Hydropower Infrastructure Project

• Location: New South Wales, Australia.
• Project Type: Renewable Energy – Hydropower Infrastructure.
• Initial Duration: 1 year.

Company Overview

Protecnium is an international firm specialising in engineering and technical services. We are currently seeking a Design Manager for a large-scale hydropower infrastructure project in New South Wales (NSW). This role is key to leading multidisciplinary design teams, coordinating permanent works, and ensuring project quality, safety, and technical standards.

Role Responsibilities

• Manage the full design lifecycle of civil and completion works packages.
• Ensure compliance with technical specifications, safety standards, and regulations.
• Coordinate design activities across disciplines and interface with construction and subcontractor teams.
• Administer Design Services Agreements and manage consultants’ performance.
• Lead design review meetings and stakeholder engagement for timely approvals.
• Monitor design schedule, budget, and quality objectives.
• Guide, mentor, and lead design teams.
• Integrate construction methodologies within the design process.
• Coordinate responses to client feedback.
• Prepare and present both internal and external design reports.

Requirements

• Degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering + Project Management certification.
• 10+ years leading multidisciplinary design teams in large infrastructure or hydropower projects.
• Strong technical knowledge of underground construction, structural engineering, and E&M systems.
• Proficiency in managing design schedules, budgets, stakeholder communications, and regulatory compliance.
• English fluency (C1 level). Valid White Card (or willingness to obtain it).

What We Offer

• Two weeks of hotel accommodation at project start
• Travel expenses at the beginning and end of the project
• Family accommodation
• Company vehicle + fuel
• 20 paid vacation days
• Health insurance
• Laptop and mobile phone
• Monday to Friday schedule with flexibility
• Visa sponsorship

How to Apply

If you’re ready to take on this challenge, apply now via:
• LinkedIn, through our job post.
• Or our online form.