Powerline Construction Electrical Manager

Powerline Construction Manager/Electrical Manager

Interlec WA Pty Ltd – Bibra Lake, Perth WA

Lead and build a growing Powerline Construction Division

Interlec WA Pty Ltd is a well-established Western Australian electrical contractor delivering electrical construction services across commercial, industrial, and infrastructure sectors.

We are seeking an experienced Powerline Construction Manager to lead and develop our Powerline Construction Division and manage the delivery of electrical infrastructure projects across Western Australia.

This is an opportunity for a motivated electrical professional to step into a senior leadership role with genuine autonomy, where you will have the ability to shape the growth and direction of the division.

About the Role

The Electrical Manager – Powerline Construction Division is responsible for the leadership, management, and growth of the Powerline Construction Division of Interlec WA Pty Ltd.

The role is responsible for ensuring that powerline and electrical infrastructure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, profitably, and in accordance with all regulatory and company requirements, while also contributing to the business development and expansion of the division.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Management

• Lead and manage the Powerline Construction Division

• Supervise project supervisors, leading hands, electricians and subcontractors

• Provide leadership, direction, and mentoring to construction teams

• Maintain high standards of safety, productivity and quality

• Ensure company policies and procedures are followed

• Project Delivery

  • Plan, coordinate and deliver powerline and electrical infrastructure projects

  • Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget

  • Manage project scheduling, resources, procurement and subcontractors

  • Monitor project performance including cost, quality and schedule

  • Ensure compliance with electrical legislation, standards and safety requirements.

  • Client & Stakeholder Management

    • Liaise with clients, consultants, and stakeholders

    • Attend project meetings and provide reporting

    • Maintain strong professional relationships with key clients

  • Business Development

    The Electrical Manager will assist the Managing Director in the development and expansion of the Powerline Construction Division, including:

    • Identifying opportunities for electrical infrastructure and powerline construction projects

    • Building relationships with utilities, developers, contractors and clients

    • Assisting with preparation of tenders, proposals and quotations

    • Supporting the estimating team in developing project pricing and delivery strategies

    • Representing Interlec in meetings with potential clients

    • Contributing to strategic growth of the division

  • Financial Performance

    • Monitor project budgets and financial performance

    • Assist with project forecasting and cost control

    • Identify and manage project variations

    • Ensure projects are delivered profitably

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About You

The successful candidate will ideally possess:

• Electrical trade qualification

• WA Electrical Workers Licence

• Experience with tendering or estimating

• Experience in business development or client relationship management

• Significant experience in powerline or electrical infrastructure construction

• Experience managing construction teams and supervisors

• Experience delivering electrical infrastructure or utility projects HV/LV Distribution

• Strong leadership , Project Management and organisational skills

• Strong commitment to safety leadership and compliance

Experience working on projects involving utility networks, substations, or power distribution infrastructure will be highly regarded.

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What We Offer

• Senior leadership role with autonomy and responsibility

• Competitive salary package

• Company vehicle

• Opportunity to build and grow a specialised construction division

• Long-term career opportunity with a stable WA contractor

• Supportive and safety-focused working environment

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Salary

$160k-200k + Super dependent on experience