Design Manager

Position: Design Manager, High Voltage Project,s including HV transmission lines, renewables, and substations.
Location: Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Adelaide, Geelong. 

Design & Build Recruitment has partnered with Ventia, a leading essential infrastructure services provider, to find an experienced and ambitious  Design Manager  to join their expanding Energy team to deliver High Voltage Design & Construction projects.

About Ventia:
Ventia is a top-tier infrastructure services provider that plays a critical role in supporting communities across Australia and New Zealand. As an ASX top 200 company, with a secondary listing on New Zealand’s Exchange (NZX), Ventia specializes in the long-term operation, maintenance, and management of essential public and private assets.

Operating across various industry segments, including energy, defence, telecommunications, transport, and social infrastructure, Ventia has built a proud legacy of delivering tailored outcomes for clients and communities alike.
Today, Ventia boasts a diverse workforce of more than 35,000 people, operating across 400 sites in Australia and New Zealand.

Key responsibilities for the Design Manager include:

• HV & LV Design in Substation, Transmission line, Solar Systems, BESS etc.
• Design management.
• Leading and coordinating all design activities across civil, electrical, mechanical, and SCADA disciplines.
• Liaising directly with internal and external design teams, ensuring timely resolution of client design comments.
• Managing drawing and document submissions via the approved document management system (e.g. Aconex), ensuring compliance with client standards.
• Maintaining and closing out the Design Comment Register.
• Tracking and closing all RFIs and Design Change Requests on a weekly basis.
• Coordinating red-line mark-ups and final as-built documentation.
• Working closely with the Construction Manager and Senior Project Engineer to ensure smooth integration between design and site execution.
• Ensuring compliance with Ventia’s Principal Contractor requirements, including design audits.
• Conducting quality and technical compliance reviews and providing input into D&C.

• Expertise in design projects related to electrical substations, renewable energy, and the transmission or distribution sectors, capable of operating at a leadership level.
• Expertise in solar PV and/or battery energy storage systems design.
• Strong understanding of earthing, protection, cable and HV design.
• Acceptable exposure to installation, testing, and commissioning of HV projects.
• Experience working closely with the construction team & design partner to ensure smooth integration between design and site execution.
• Knowledge of the Australian energy environment, particularly NEM grid connection requirements, the National Electricity Rules, and AEMO/NSP guidelines.
• Experience supporting the procurement team with technical knowledge of products, systems, and market sectors within the electrical industry.
• Proficiency in applying Australian Standards such as AS/NZS 3000, AS2067, AS62271, and relevant design standards and statutory regulations.
• Strong leadership abilities with a passion for mentoring and team development; leads by example, fosters collaboration, and ensures project success through effective delegation and performance management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, adept at working with diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrates strong work planning and execution by effectively organizing information, prioritizing tasks across multiple projects, ensuring timely completion, and overseeing team deliverables to meet strategic goals

• An Engineers Australia recognized tertiary engineering qualification.
• Current RPEQ/CPEng certification, or the eligibility and willingness to obtain these.
• Australian work rights (Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident).

• A competitive salary package that reflects your skills and experience.
• Start on a fixed-term contract with real potential to transition into a long-term role.
• Be part of Australia’s energy transition and contribute to high-profile HV and renewable projects across the country.
• Work in any of our offices across Australia, including Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Geelong, and Adelaide with hybrid working options
• Grow your career with industry leaders and join a collaborative, supportive team backed by an ASX Top 200 business, with a strong focus on development and progression