
Design Manager
WorkPac - Melbourne
Posted 25 days ago
Permanent opportunity offering an attractive, negotiable remuneration package based on experience.
Monday to Friday role based in Melbourne's Western Suburbs, leading the electrical design and coordination of major Data Centre projects.
Join a growing team delivering complex, mission-critical infrastructure projects, working across HV & LV systems with Revit 360, PowerCAD, and AutoCAD.
About the Client
Our client is a trusted provider of professional electrical services, delivering high-quality workmanship across residential, commercial, and industrial projects. With a strong focus on safety, reliability, and customer satisfaction, our client offers tailored electrical solutions backed by experienced technicians and a commitment to meeting the highest industry standards.
About the Position
As the Design Manager – Electrical, you will lead the coordination and review of electrical designs for major Data Centre projects. Working closely with clients, consultants, and project teams, you will ensure HV and LV electrical solutions are compliant, buildable, and aligned with project objectives while supporting the successful delivery of complex, mission-critical infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities
Manage and coordinate the electrical design process for Data Centre projects from concept through to construction.
Review, validate, and verify electrical designs to ensure compliance with project specifications, standards, and client requirements.
Provide technical leadership across HV and LV electrical infrastructure design.
Coordinate with consulting engineers, design consultants, and specialist vendors.
Act as the key interface between the design team, electrical contracting team, general contractor, and client representatives.
Identify design risks, clashes, and constructability issues and develop practical solutions.
Lead design workshops, technical meetings, and stakeholder reviews.
Ensure designs are cost-effective, buildable, and aligned with project delivery objectives.
Support procurement activities through technical reviews and equipment selection.
Assist project teams with design clarifications, technical queries, and design changes throughout the project lifecycle.
Maintain compliance with relevant Australian Standards, client requirements, and industry best practices.
Experience Required
Minimum 10 years' experience within the electrical industry.
Strong technical knowledge of:
High Voltage (HV) systems
Low Voltage (LV) systems
Power distribution systems
Switchboards and switchgear
Generators
UPS systems
Critical electrical infrastructure
Demonstrated experience in managing, coordinating, reviewing, or verifying electrical designs.
Advanced proficiency in:
Revit 360
PowerCAD
AutoCAD
Previous experience working on Data Centre, mission-critical, industrial, or large-scale infrastructure projects.
Strong understanding of design coordination and construction methodologies.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to confidently engage with clients, consultants, contractors, and project delivery teams.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
How to Apply:
Click on the Apply button to submit your application or for more information please contact:
WorkPac Principal Consultant: Tom Caldow on (08) •••• •134 or ••••@workpac.com quoting the below reference number.
Job Reference Number: 7094J20••••871
About WorkPac
WorkPac is one of the largest workforce solutions businesses in Australia, backed by over 25 years of proven success. We offer tailored, end-to-end solutions in recruitment, skills and career development across diverse sectors including Mining, Construction, Industrial, Engineering, Healthcare, Social Care and more. Choosing WorkPac is always a Good Move.
At WorkPac, we foster a work environment where everyone feels welcome and valued. As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and embrace diversity in race, gender, age, religion, culture, and ability.
About WorkPac - Melbourne
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