Senior Project Manager - BESS & Solar PV

Design and Build ·www.search-4.com.au

Location NSW - Sydney, NSW, Australia
Work type Remote
Salary AUD 150,000 - 170,000 / year
Type Full time
Level Senior
Source Shazamme
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Senior Project Manager – Battery Energy Storage & Solar
Location: NSW, QLD or VIC | Remote/Home-Based
Salary: $170,000 + Super

The Opportunity
An exciting opportunity has become available with a growing renewable energy business specialising in commercial & industrial energy solutions, including large-scale battery energy storage systems (BESS) and solar integration.

We are looking for a Senior Project Manager with strong, hands-on BESS delivery experience to take ownership of projects from contract award through to commissioning, energisation and handover.

This is a battery-first role. You will need genuine technical knowledge of commercial battery systems, including system architecture, BMS/inverter integration, safety, fire compliance and commissioning. Solar PV experience will be highly regarded.

The Role You will manage a portfolio of C&I energy projects across NSW, QLD and VIC, working closely with clients, contractors, suppliers, DNSPs and internal delivery teams.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead end-to-end delivery of C&I BESS projects, covering design, procurement, installation, commissioning, energisation and handover.
  • Provide technical oversight of battery systems, including battery chemistry, AC/DC coupling, BMS and inverter integration, thermal management and fire safety.
  • Manage DNSP approvals, network requirements, metering and export/import arrangements throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Own project budgets, forecasting, variations, procurement, subcontractor management and commercial risk.
  • Coordinate clients, consultants, contractors, suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget.
Key Requirements
  • Extensive hands-on experience delivering commercial & industrial BESS projects from design through to commissioning and energisation.
  • Strong technical understanding of battery systems, BMS/inverters, system architecture, thermal management and battery safety.
  • Experience managing DNSP connection and network approval processes for battery storage projects.
  • Strong commercial and project management capability, including budgets, procurement, variations and risk management.
  • Excellent stakeholder management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects across different states.
Benefits & Perks
  • $170,000 + Super
  • Remote/home-based working with flexibility across NSW, QLD or VIC
  • Opportunity to work on the rapidly growing C&I battery storage market
  • Exposure to technically complex BESS and renewable energy projects
  • High level of ownership and autonomy across the project portfolio
  • Regular travel to project sites with support from an experienced delivery team
Apply Today

If you have proven C&I BESS project delivery experience and are looking for an opportunity to play a key role in the growth of a renewable energy business, apply today or email your CV directly to louis@designandbuild.com.au.

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Where is the Senior Project Manager - BESS & Solar PV job located?
The Senior Project Manager - BESS & Solar PV role with Design and Build is based in NSW - Sydney, NSW, AU. The role is remote-friendly.
Is the Senior Project Manager - BESS & Solar PV role remote?
Yes — the Senior Project Manager - BESS & Solar PV position at Design and Build is remote. Candidates based in AU are preferred.
What does the Senior Project Manager - BESS & Solar PV role pay?
Design and Build lists the Senior Project Manager - BESS & Solar PV role at AUD 150,000–170,000 per year.
Is the Senior Project Manager - BESS & Solar PV role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Design and Build.
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