Site Construction Manager

Job Title: Construction Manager

Department: Project Delivery

Location: Site based, Queensland  

Reporting to: Senior Project Manager (SPM)

We are Lightsource bp – and we’re on a mission to become a global leader in onshore renewables, anchored by our proven track record in solar development.

For over a decade we’ve been actively working to diversify the way our world is powered with sustainable and responsible renewable power. We work to safely deliver affordable, reliable, large-scale onshore renewable and energy storage solutions to help the world decarbonise.

Our growing business is constantly innovating and investing to help drive the energy transition. Our people and projects are focused on supporting long-term sustainable growth and energy security.

Lightsource bp operates with five core values: Safety, Integrity, Respect, Sustainability, and Drive.

We seek to attract and hire individuals who share our commitment to creating a safe workplace, uphold the highest standards of integrity, and demonstrate respect for colleagues, communities, and the environment. Our recruitment process promotes sustainability by valuing long-term growth and responsible practices, while seeking candidates with the drive to innovate and lead in the global energy transition.

Together, these values shape how we engage, assess, and welcome talent to join us in delivering transformational solar power solutions worldwide. 

Lightsource bp was fully acquired by bp in 2024.

What you’ll do (the role)

Summary

This role is offered as a two‑year fixed‑term contract, with potential to transition to a permanent position subject to business needs.

LSbp are looking for a Construction Manager to support the Team in the delivery of PV solar and BESS projects, and associated grid connections, in Queensland, Australia. 

The Construction Manager will oversee site construction to ensure the project is delivered safely, on time, and to the required quality standards and technical specifications.throughtout the execution phase.

Integrating with the established Solar construction team to ensure projects are consistently delivered safely and to the exemplary standards expected by LSbp.

Responsibilities of the Role

• Be the focal point at site between the senior project manager (SPM), contractors, local authorities/government, local community,provide effective communication and maintain professional relationships.
• Ensure health and safety standards are met, including regular  monitoring of the activities being undertaken,proactively work with all stakeholders to foster a continual improvement ethos toward the safety culture at site
• Monitor and control project progress, quality and the contractual compliance of the work performed by the contractor(s).
• Report and record any deviations and NCR’s to the SPM, including those related to:
  • engineering/procurement/construction schedule, 
  • construction vs engineering design,
  • environmental, technical NCRs,
  • health and safety deviations.
• Propose corrective actions including draft responses to contractual deviations such as corrective action to be undertaken by the contractor. 
• Provide to SPM a daily report capturing the progress achieved compared to the BOQ, including rate of progress, and forecasting/validating forecast milestone dates. 
• Ensure ‘best practice’ quality procedures are in place, and all ITP activitiesare duly conducted and documented.
• Conduct follow up meetings to establish an understanding of the required standards and risk mitigation with minimal impact to the project.
• Provide onsite stakeholder liaison to local businesses, landowners, and other project stakeholders as required.
• Proactively provide lessons learnt and best practice updates for the local and broader teams.
• Provide technical, contractual, and budget guidance to the development team and the rest of Lightsource BP business in order to implement improvements resulting from lessons learned.

Why you’ll make a great member of the team

Experience & Knowledge Required

• In depth knowledge of the development and construction process of Solar PV/ Grid Scale Battery storage / Utility substations / Power Plants in Australia, including HSE requirements.
• 5 to10 years construction site experience as a site manager / supervisor / owners site representative.
• Recent experience in the construction of solar PV plants / BESS projects in Australia, Queensland preferable.
• Experience working with EPC contractors, ICP contractors and / or integration contractors.
• Experience working on or with high voltage transmission / distribution sites, including relevant safety and operational procedures.
• Understanding of the Australian safety regulations and experience of a strong safety culture, and the key roles and responsibilities for construction sites.

Skills Required

• Fluent in written and spoken English.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Proven problem-solving skills.
• Commercial awareness.
• Attention to technical details and contractual requirements.
• Professional and diligent manner with a flexible attitude.
• Site based, establishing daily contact with the rest of the Team based in the head office.
• Great builder and leader of diverse teams.
• Must be comfortable in hosting Executive and technical team(s) site visits.

Education Required

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualifications.
• Safety qualifications eg IOSH / NEBOSH / OSHA (or equivalent).
• Construction skills eg CSCS Registered (or equivalent).

Why you’ll want to work for us

Our company is a place where you can be yourself and grow, a place where your ideas and opinions matter.

Be you: We pride ourselves on being an inclusive community, where every individual is valued and treated with respect.

Be responsible: Our culture is driven by our core values – from operating safely to ensuring our projects are responsible. 

Be recognized: Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a variety of benefits including annual bonus, retention bank, health insurance, pension and other local benefits.

Be inspired: Beyond your day-to-day working life at Lightsource bp, there’s a variety of initiatives that will contribute to your own personal development. These include our charitable causes, supporting our solar honey project, or volunteering on our VIBES committee to name a few.

Our core values: Lightsource bp truly cares about creating a sustainable future through safe, responsible and meaningful low carbon energy projects. Our core values of Safety, Integrity, Respect, Sustainability and Drive are the guiding principles for everything we do. 

For further information on our career opportunities and life at Lightsource bp, please visit https://www.lightsourcebp.com/careers/

Why you’ll want to stay with us

At Lightsource bp, you’ll work within agile, cross-functional teams where diverse perspectives come together. Our culture embraces open knowledge sharing and collaboration, empowering you to learn from others and accelerate progress collectively.

Your career growth is our priority and a shared journey. We are committed to developing talent from within and prepare you for career advancement so you can shape a fulfilling and lasting journey here.

In today’s fast-changing world, a learning mindset is essential and therefore we proactively support upskilling to help you push your skill boundaries and stay ahead in your field, so you can not only keep pace with change but confidently shape a brighter future.