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Join a global leader in Power Generation and take ownership of major commercial and data centre projects across Victoria. This is an exciting opportunity to step into a fast-paced, highly visible role where you’ll manage complex projects from planning through to delivery, working alongside clients, builders, subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams.
In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:
- Manage commercial and data centre projects across VIC from planning through to delivery
- Coordinate vendors, subcontractors, procurement, and on-site project activities
- Ensure quality standards are maintained across vendors, suppliers, and all processes
- Collaborate with finance teams to manage project budgets, forecasting, costs, and revenue projections
- Support global account teams to ensure alignment in project delivery methods and communication
- Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to deliver successful project outcomes
- Proactively identify, manage, and resolve project issues to keep projects on track and delivered safely and efficiently
To be successful in this role you will need the following:
- Experience in Project Management within construction, infrastructure, electrical, mechanical, or Power Generation environments
- Strong stakeholder management, communication, and negotiation skills
- Highly organised with excellent time management and multitasking abilities
- Strong problem-solving mindset with the ability to work autonomously
- Financial and commercial awareness with a focus on project outcomes
- Tertiary qualifications in Project Management or related discipline preferred
Role Description.
Power Generation Project Manager is a professional responsible for overseeing and managing the planning, execution, and successful completion of power generation projects, with the added scope of team management and leadership.
These projects typically involve the construction, commissioning, and maintenance of various types of Power Generation equipment and associated balance of plant. The Project Manager plays a crucial role in ensuring that the project is completed on time, within budget, and in compliance with relevant regulations and safety standards.
Skills, Qualifications required/desirable.
- A bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field (master's degree preferred).
- Project management certification (PMP, Prince2, etc.) is a plus.
- Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in project management software and tools.
- In-depth knowledge of power generation technologies, regulations, and industry standards.
- Ability to handle complex technical and operational challenges.
- Experience in managing cross-functional teams and external stakeholders.
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- High attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Leadership and mentoring skills and responsibilities.
- Project Planning/Scheduling.
- Customer Focus.
- Budget and Resource Management.
- Manages complexity/Conflict.
- Risk Management and Compliance.
- Communicating and Reporting.
- Health, Safety & Environmental Management.
- Continuous Improvement.
- Leading staff and small teams
Skills Required
- Experience in Project Management within construction, infrastructure, electrical, mechanical, or Power Generation environments
- Tertiary qualifications in Project Management or related discipline
- Project management certification (PMP, Prince2, etc.)
Cummins Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Cummins and has not been reviewed or approved by Cummins.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company contribution/match and both defined contribution and defined benefit pension plans are offered, alongside profit sharing and an employee stock purchase plan. This mix supports long-term savings and financial security.
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Healthcare Strength — Multiple medical plan options (HSA, HSA Plus, PPO) with dental, vision, life and long-term disability coverage are provided, along with telehealth, mental-health support, and wellness tools. In-network protections and HSA/HSA Plus structures are described to help manage costs.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid maternity and paternity leave, family medical leave, and adoption assistance are offered. Reduced or flexible hours and unpaid extended leave options further support caregiving needs.
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