Job Description

The Opportunity

Downer’s Energy & Utilities business unit has an opportunity for a Project Manager to join our Metering team working with Local Councils. Reporting to the National Operations Manager, this role is responsible for the successful delivery and performance of contracts and projects.

The role oversees project planning, financial performance, compliance, stakeholder management, risk management, safety and resource allocation to ensure contractual obligations are met safely, efficiently and profitably.

As the primary point of accountability for contract delivery, you will ensure timely delivery in accordance with client expectations, legislative requirements and organisational standards.

What we are looking for

• Demonstrated experience managing contracts and/or projects, including project budgets, forecasting and financial performance
• Background in Water, plumbing or metering preferred
• Strong client relationship and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with clients, contractors, suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies and principles
• High-level communication and reporting skills
• Ability to lead, coach and support multidisciplinary teams to achieve business objectives
• Strong planning, organisational and problem-solving abilities
• Experience within the Metering industry is desirable

What we offer

• Opportunity for career growth with structured frameworks and supportive-inclusive team
• Competitive Salary and Employee Benefits
• Valued and respected position, with supportive and experienced team
• Work for a major ASX-listed company
  

About Energy & Utilities…Downer's Energy & Utilities business unit is an integrated trans-Tasman team, providing services and solutions that connect communities to essential networks and infrastructure. We design, build, operate and maintain today's critical assets and networks, delivering complete services across the water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial and power generation sectors. Our expertise spans in-house technical smarts, specialist engineering, integrated OEM partners, and dedicated crews of qualified tradespeople.

Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.

How to apply

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Downer does not accept unsolicited resumes, fees, or costs from recruitment agencies, search firms, or third parties. Candidates are welcome to submit their applications via the advertisement.

At Downer we plan, create and sustain. Downer is the leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand. Through trusted relationships and world leading insight we work closely with our customers to design, build and sustain assets, infrastructure, and facilities.