EPC Project Manager

**Key Responsibilities** **1\. Full Project Lifecycle Management** * Take overall responsibility for the full lifecycle of EPC projects, covering **engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, grid connection, and final handover** . * Lead project execution following contract award, develop the overall project schedule and key milestones, and take full accountability for **schedule, cost, quality, and HSE performance** . * Review EPC contract scope and identify interface boundaries, variation risks, **Liquidated and Ascertained Damages (LADs)** , warranty obligations, and contractual risks. * Manage **RFIs, variations, claims, and commercial negotiations** throughout project delivery. * Prepare regular weekly and monthly project reports, cost forecasts, and cash flow plans, and escalate key risks, constraints, and critical issues to senior management. **2\. Engineering Design \& Australian Compliance** * Coordinate and manage engineering design activities, including **system design, single\-line diagrams, protection settings, civil layouts, and fire protection design** . * Ensure project design and execution comply with applicable Australian standards, including **AS/NZS 3000, AS/NZS 4777, and AS/NZS 5139** . * Work closely with equipment suppliers to confirm relevant products meet applicable **CEC listing and compliance requirements** . * Coordinate with network service providers throughout the grid connection process, including connection applications, technical assessments, protection coordination, DER registration, and applicable **CSIP\-AUS requirements** . **3\. Procurement, Subcontractor \& Supply Chain Management** * Manage local subcontractors covering **civil works, electrical installation, fire protection, lifting, and commissioning** . * Lead subcontractor prequalification, performance monitoring, progress assessment, and payment review. * Coordinate the manufacturing and delivery of key BESS equipment, including **battery containers, PCS, transformers, and associated electrical equipment** . * Manage **Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), international shipping, Australian customs clearance, and inland transportation to site** . * Monitor material and equipment delivery schedules and resolve issues relating to shipment delays, missing components, and equipment quality. **4\. Site Construction, HSE \& Quality Management** * Lead overall site construction coordination and supervise key activities including **civil foundations, BESS container installation, cable installation, and fire protection system installation** . * Ensure full compliance with Australian **WHS legislation and site safety requirements** . * Implement site safety meetings, **Job Safety Analysis (JSA), risk assessments, working\-at\-heights controls, and high\-voltage work permits** . * Drive a strong safety culture and proactively manage site risks to prevent incidents. * Implement **QA/QC inspections** , monitor workmanship and construction quality, and coordinate stage inspections and acceptance activities. **5\. Commissioning, Grid Connection \& Project Handover** * Coordinate equipment\-level and system\-level commissioning, including integrated testing of **BMS, PCS, EMS, and associated systems** . * Support and coordinate third\-party witnessed testing where required. * Lead grid connection testing with the relevant **Distribution Network Service Provider (DNSP)** , including anti\-islanding, protection, voltage ride\-through, and other grid compliance tests. * Drive the project through final grid approval and commercial operation readiness. * Coordinate **Provisional Acceptance (PAC)** and **Final Acceptance (FAC)** . * Manage the preparation and handover of complete project documentation, including **as\-built drawings, compliance records, test reports, operation manuals, and final project dossiers** . **6\. Stakeholder Management** * Act as the key project interface with external stakeholders, including **clients, EPC partners, subcontractors, consultants, equipment suppliers, and network service providers** . * Coordinate internal cross\-functional teams including engineering, procurement, supply chain, commissioning, commercial, and project controls to ensure smooth project delivery. * Maintain effective communication across all stakeholders and proactively resolve technical, commercial, schedule, and site\-related issues.