JOB DETAILS

Construction Manager - Substations

CompanyUGL Limited
LocationWagga Wagga
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMay 27, 2026
About The Company
UGL Regional Linx was established in 2021, after parent company, UGL Limited was selected to deliver operations and maintenance of rail infrastructure for the Country Regional Network (CRN). This network ensures the safe movement of people and goods throughout the regions of NSW, and links Sydney with many important regional centres. UGL Regional Linx commenced operations on January 30 2022 and works on behalf of the client, Transport for NSW (TfNSW) and will be responsible for managing an important network of assets. As part of its operation, UGL Regional Linx’s scope of work includes: • Network operations • Rail infrastructure maintenance and implementation of a new train control system - UGL’s proprietary system, Sigview. • Asset and property management, and • Safety, access, performance, and environmental management. UGL Regional Linx has made a strong commitment to local and indigenous employment, further strengthening the organisation’s commitment to regional NSW. As part of its operations, UGL Regional Linx established its head office and Network Control Centre in the heart of the Central West, Orange, NSW. The CRN network includes: • 2,386 route kilometres of operational passenger and freight rail lines, including 996 km of branch line track used predominantly for haulage of grain, with lower mass and speed limits than other parts of the network • 3,139 route kilometres of non-operational lines • 27,000 hectares of land and infrastructure • 1,312 level crossings (300 active) • 1,200 property assets (including 356 heritage sites) • 600 rail under bridges and 384 road overbridges The CRN is a crucial piece of infrastructure to regional NSW and UGL Regional Linx is committed to ensure that it delivers for all customers, from rail passengers to farmers and industry.
About the Role

HumeLink West Project

Two CIMIC Group companies, UGL and CPB Contractors have been selected by Transgrid to deliver the 130km western section of the HumeLink high voltage electricity transmission project.

HumeLink is a new 500kV transmission project which will connect Wagga Wagga, Maragle and Bannaby in regional NSW that will significantly increase the capacity of the electricity network in Australia’s eastern states. HumeLink is one of Australia’s largest energy infrastructure projects, with about 365kms of proposed new transmission lines and a range of other new and upgraded infrastructure.

 The HumeLink West scope of works, worth $1.5bn, includes delivery of new 500Kv double circuit transmission lines spanning 130kms from Wagga Wagga Substation to a new Substation at Gugaa, the Interface Point with HumeLink East near Gundagai and a new substation at Maragle in the Snowy Mountains for future connection to Snowy 2.0.

 

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Construction Manager – Substations to join our team based on site on a FIFO roster.

 

What will a day in this role look like:

 

·       Plan, lead, and control construction activities to deliver projects safely, on time, within budget, and to required quality standards.

·       Coordinate resources and teams to ensure sufficient labour, plant, and subcontractors, while monitoring progress and performance.

·       Integrate project functions by working closely with engineering, procurement, logistics, quality, and document control to support efficient construction delivery.

·       Ensure safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance by enforcing HSSE standards, workplace laws, environmental licence conditions, and record‑keeping requirements.

·       Manage stakeholder relationships by liaising with clients, supporting employee relations, maintaining project data, and completing ad‑hoc tasks as required.

 

The following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don’t tick all the boxes you could still be a perfect fit for this role. Please apply, all applications will be considered.  

 

What are we looking for you to bring to the team:

 

·       You will have extensive Construction Management experience working within the utilities infrastructure sectors specifically on Greenfield or Brownfield substation environments

·       You will have a strong understanding and knowledge of construction principles on all associated construction works including foundations, structures and access tracks.

·       You will have a high level of business and commercial acumen backed by a sound ability to create, read, and interpret budgets, financial statements and analyse variance reports.

·       Tertiary Engineering qualification or relevant industry trade background desired

 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support women in construction, Indigenous advancement and participation and encourage people of all cultural backgrounds to apply.

We’re always looking for ways to make UGL and CPB Contractors a more rewarding place to work and offer a unique set of benefits, including:

  •  A rewarding career where we support your development, training and promote from within.
  • Opportunities across all construction sectors so that there is always an opportunity suitable for the next stage in your career.
  • Competitive remuneration and excellent benefits including a health and wellbeing program, discount portal and company-funded salary continuance insurance.
  • Flexible work arrangements and a culture that values diversity and innovation.
Key Skills
Construction ManagementSubstation ConstructionBudget ManagementFinancial AnalysisStakeholder ManagementHSSE ComplianceResource CoordinationProject PlanningGreenfield ProjectsBrownfield ProjectsEngineering PrinciplesContractor Management
Categories
ConstructionEngineeringEnergyManagement & LeadershipTrades
Benefits
Career DevelopmentTrainingInternal Promotion OpportunitiesHealth And Wellbeing ProgramDiscount PortalCompany-funded Salary Continuance InsuranceFlexible Work Arrangements
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Plan and lead construction activities for high voltage substations to ensure delivery on time, within budget, and to quality standards. Coordinate resources and integrate project functions while ensuring strict adherence to safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
10+
💼Company Size
105
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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