Job Description

Project ManagerFull-time | Sydney, NSW | Office-Based / On-Site During Construction

At JET Charge, our mission is clear – to provide EV charging at no cost, with no emissions. We’re building Australia’s electrified future by developing the infrastructure and technology that make clean transport accessible to everyone. Through innovation in charging, grid, and energy management systems, we’re breaking down barriers to electrification and driving a sustainable, equitable, and Australian-made transition.

The Role

The Project Manager is accountable for the end-to-end delivery of a major, high-voltage connected electrification project – on budget, on program, and to the quality standards expected by JET Charge and its clients.

This is a hands-on role delivering complex EV charging and electrical infrastructure under a Principal Contractor model, spanning high-voltage and low-voltage electrical works, civil and structural works, and the supply, installation and commissioning of a large-scale charging system within a live, operational site.

The role is office-based through the design, planning and procurement phases, transitioning to a primarily on-site presence once construction begins, where you will coordinate contractors and drive safe, efficient delivery on the ground.

You will be the primary interface with the client during delivery and are responsible for the commercial outcome of the project. You will lead a project team, coordinate contractors and suppliers, manage the program and scope, and drive safe, efficient execution from detailed design through procurement, construction, energisation, commissioning and handover.

This role suits a delivery-proven project manager with genuine electrical and civil construction experience who is ready to own a technically demanding infrastructure project from start to finish.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial Ownership

• Own the financial outcome of the project. Maintain accurate, timely cost forecasts and report on profitability through the relevant reporting cadence
• Identify and process variations at margin-positive rates.

Program & Schedule

• Develop and maintain the project program, manage the critical path and milestones, and communicate schedule status proactively
• Plan and sequence multiple phases of work, coordinating delivery around the continued operation of a live site.
• Monitor project progress, risks and key milestones, escalating issues without delay so clients and management are never surprised.

Scope & Contractor Management

• Validate scope against the client contract at initiation and maintain contract administration records.
• Manage changes to scope formally, including variations, NCRs and EOTs.

Technical Scope

• Manage contracted high-voltage electrical works including cabling, substations, switchboards, protective earthing, energisation and commissioning.
• Manage contracted low-voltage electrical works including reticulation, charging equipment installation, lighting, communications/control and commissioning.
• Manage contracted civil works including bulk excavation, footings, cable pits, etc
• Review drawings, hardware requirements and installation methods; identify constructability challenges and WHS considerations early.

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

• Serve as the primary point of contact for the client during delivery, providing regular, proactive updates on progress, timelines and issues.
• Manage interfaces with network operators, accredited service providers, authorities and OEM partners, and build positive long-term relationships.

Contractor & Procurement Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for the client during delivery, providing regular, proactive updates on progress, timelines and issues.
• Manage interfaces with network operators, accredited service providers, authorities and OEM partners, and build positive long-term relationships.

Team Leadership & Development

• Provide clear direction and role clarity to the project team.
• Actively coach the Project Coordinators and Administrators supporting the project, and set the behavioural standard for the team.

Commissioning, Handover & Quality Assurance

• Oversee system energisation, certification, integration testing and the operational monitoring period.
• Ensure all testing, verification and as-built evidence is captured correctly, and deliver an accurate, complete handover documentation pack to the client.

Workplace Health & Safety

• Ensure all WHS obligations are met and prioritise safety at all times, including management of high-voltage and live-site risks.
• Ensure contractors comply with JET Charge’s ISO 45001-certified HSEQ requirements.

KPIs

• No safety incidents
• Forecasting and invoicing accuracy
• On time
• Within budget
• All agreed scope delivered

About You

You are a practical, site-experienced professional with a background in electrical or construction environments, and you thrive in roles where you are close to delivery. You will have demonstrated project management experience and strong organisational skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders, manage schedules, track budgets, and drive projects through to completion. Experience delivering projects within electrical, construction, infrastructure, or related industries will be highly regarded. We're looking for someone who can bring most of the following: Strong on-site construction experience, particularly in electrical or infrastructure works Confidence managing contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers on active sites A clear understanding of site safety, sequencing, and constructability

The ability to anticipate issues, solve problems quickly, and keep work moving Clear, professional communication with clients, contractors, and internal teams You’ll be working with and supported by the Project Delivery Leadership team, with the opportunity to build your project management capability over time. You take pride in delivering quality outcomes, maintaining safe sites, and supporting successful installations from start to finish. An electrical trade background or hands-on experience on electrical or infrastructure projects will be highly regarded.

Why Join Us?

At JET Charge, you’ll be a part of a team shaping a once-in-a-generation industry shift. We offer:

• Tailored career development opportunities.
• EV charging benefits
• A value-driven, purpose-led culture focused on sustainability, equity, and industry.

Other Things

To apply for this role, you need to be an Australian Citizen or Resident with unlimited working rights. The position is full-time and located mostly at our site offices in Sydney.