Senior Electrical Construction Manager

About Monford Group

Monford Group was built “from the ground up,” driven by a hands-on management team committed to integrity, quality, and efficiency. As a leader in construction, we deliver major projects across the Infrastructure, Resources, and Energy sectors—nationwide.

About the Role

We’re expanding our team and looking for an experienced Construction Manager – Electrical to take the reins of our national electrical delivery portfolio across utility-scale solar farm projects. This newly created position will oversee multiple project teams across the country, supporting Electrical Superintendents, ensuring program alignment, and maintaining the highest standards in safety, quality, and electrical performance. If you're a strategic leader who thrives in fast-paced environments and knows electrical construction inside and out, we’d love to hear from you. 

This is a nationally based role with regular travel to project sites required. Ideally suited to someone with Tier 2 contractor experience, a passion for renewables, and strong leadership capability across both technical and team domains. 

What You’ll Be Doing: 

• Lead and support Electrical Superintendents across multiple utility-scale projects nationally.
• Set the tone for electrical safety, compliance, and productivity across all active sites.
• Work closely with project managers, clients, engineers, and regulators to align outcomes and energisation goals.
• Mentor and coach site teams to ensure project excellence, performance, and accountability.
• Champion innovation and process improvement across the national electrical delivery function.
• Oversee resource allocation, cost management, and program adherence across concurrent projects.
• Represent Monford in key client, consultant, and authority meetings.
• Ensure risk, environmental, and quality frameworks are maintained and consistently delivered to a high standard.

Why You'll Love Working with Us

• Step into a newly created national leadership role where your influence will shape how Monford delivers electrical construction projects into the future.
• Enjoy novated leasing, lifestyle discounts, and a work structure that supports work-life balance.
• Be celebrated for your achievements through awards, incentives, and visibility at executive level.
• Access paid training, certifications, and a clear path to long-term leadership in renewable energy.
• Kick off with a branded welcome pack and tailored onboarding to hit the ground running.

About You

• We're looking for someone with:
• 10+ years of experience leading large-scale electrical construction projects, ideally in renewables or utility infrastructure.
• Trade Qualification or Degree in Electrical Engineering, with an Electrical Contractor Licence (or state-based equivalent).
• Strong exposure to solar farm delivery (HV/LV works, inverters, SCADA integration, commissioning, and QA).
• A confident leader with the ability to juggle multiple projects and support diverse site teams.
• Strong commercial awareness – able to manage cost, program, and people simultaneously.
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills – both onsite and in the boardroom.
• A track record of building collaborative teams and improving performance through coaching and mentoring.
• A deep understanding of Australian electrical standards, WHS legislation, and environmental protocols

How to Apply

At Monford, our RIPPA values—Resilience, Innovation, Positivity, Performance, and Approachability—guide every decision we make. If you're ready to lead at a national level and leave your mark on the renewable energy sector, this is your moment. Click 'Apply' to step into an exciting new chapter with Monford Group!