Senior Project Manager

What we offer

• The opportunity to lead complex transmission line construction works that support Australia's growing energy network
• A senior position with responsibility for project delivery, commercial performance, client engagement and team leadership
• Competitive remuneration with a significant ASX-listed company
• Structured career paths with the opportunity to work in different areas of the Utilities business, supported by a robust Commercial Operating Model
• A suite of health and wellness benefits and initiatives, including EAP Beyond Blue
• Retail discounts with major retailers, Dell, Good Guys, Samsung, Specsavers & ANZ
• We are a Tier 1 ASX listed company with in-house capabilities that far exceed traditional contractor environments
• What we’re looking for
• Significant experience delivering large scale high voltage transmission line construction projects, ideally within utilities, energy or major infrastructure environments.
• Tertiary qualifications in Engineering or a related discipline, with PMBOK and/or CPPD accreditation highly regarded.
• Availability to work a project based 20:8 roster and travel to site locations as required, including periods away from home
• Strong commercial acumen with demonstrated experience managing project financials, forecasting, budgets, risk, procurement and contract administration.
• Proven capability leading and developing large multidisciplinary teams across multiple geographic locations.
• Strong stakeholder engagement, negotiation and client relationship management skills, coupled with the ability to influence outcomes at executive level

About Energy & Utilities

Qualifications

• Significant experience delivering large scale high voltage transmission line construction projects, ideally within utilities, energy or major infrastructure environments.
• Tertiary qualifications in Engineering or a related discipline, with PMBOK and/or CPPD accreditation highly regarded.
• Availability to work a project based 20:8 roster and travel to site locations as required, including periods away from home
• Strong commercial acumen with demonstrated experience managing project financials, forecasting, budgets, risk, procurement and contract administration.
• Proven capability leading and developing large multidisciplinary teams across multiple geographic locations.
• Strong stakeholder engagement, negotiation and client relationship management skills, coupled with the ability to influence outcomes at executive level

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of large scale high voltage transmission line construction projects and portfolios, ensuring performance against safety, quality, commercial and client objectives.
• Manage project profitability, revenue, EBIT, forecasting, cash flow, contract variations, procurement strategies and commercial risk management.
• Provide leadership and direction to geographically dispersed project teams, fostering a high-performance culture focused on accountability, capability development and operational excellence.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and stakeholders while supporting business growth and future work opportunities.
• Champion Downer's Zero Harm culture through visible leadership and a relentless commitment to safety, environmental and quality outcome