Make it yours

Experience the excitement of building your Energy career in an evolving construction company where people and performance make amazing things happen.  

Who we are

We're Searo, a self-performing, multi-disciplinary electrical contractor, delivering smart, dynamic solutions across renewable energy and infrastructure. We’re designing high-performance energy systems that revolutionise how businesses and communities think about power.

Partnering with Symal, a national construction group, we’re redefining energy, together.

The Role

As Project Director, you will be responsible for leading the construction and delivery of energy projects, overseeing all project managers, site teams, commercial controls and delivery systems. You will drive operational excellence, ensure contract compliance, manage risk, and provide high-level governance across Searo’s project portfolio. 

Your everyday

• Lead project planning, scheduling, budgeting and overall delivery across renewable and electrical projects.
• Oversee construction activities, subcontractors, procurement, cash flow, and commercial governance across all live projects.
• Monitor performance, risks and opportunities, resolving contractual issues and supporting teams to achieve commercial targets.
• Ensure safety, quality and compliance through regular site inspections, strong safety culture and improved QA processes (ITPs/ITCs).
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, manage key stakeholder engagement and support repeat business opportunities.
• Lead, mentor and develop project teams while driving continuous improvement, system enhancements and operational excellence.

Who are you?

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or similar
• Extensive experience delivering construction projects (energy or renewables preferred)
• Strong understanding of electrical and renewable energy systems, materials and methodologies
• Proven leadership experience managing project managers, site teams and subcontractors
• Strong commercial acumen with experience in cost forecasting, contract management and claims
• Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to make data-driven decisions and operate confidently in high-pressure environments
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, cost reporting, Jobpac)

A career with us

At Searo, we know that people and performance make amazing things happen. Work like ours needs problem solvers, bold thinkers and genuinely good people. If you're looking for a passionate team and a pathway to career success, now's the time to make it yours.

There are plenty of good reasons to dig into a career at Searo.

• Forge pathways: We open doors to diverse, challenging and future-shaping construction projects to expand your experience and develop your career.
• Get ahead: From early career support and specialised learning to leadership development, we back you with tailored development programs to help you reach your goals. Success is defined by your direction and progress.
• Keep well: A healthy and happy workplace builds a brighter future. With wellness benefits, discounted health insurance, a perks and rewards platform and an industry-leading employee assistance program, we’re here to support you when you need it.
• Stay social: People are the core of Searo. Our leading-edge work and breakout spaces stocked with snacks bring the best out of our teams and keep them fuelled for their next challenge, while our social calendar is stacked with events to connect, celebrate and reward our people.

Diversity of thought fuels our progress

Our inclusion offerings are designed to open doors for individuals who may not see a traditional entry point into the construction industry. We’re empowering women to thrive in construction through Shine, championing veteran career transitions through Resolve and building meaningful careers for Aboriginal people with Wamarra - helping you build a future where you belong.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans and individuals from diverse cultural and life experiences are encouraged to apply.