Property Portfolio Manager

2 days ago


Melbourne, Australia Downer Group Full time

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Property Portfolio Manager, in the Downer Group Property team which is responsible for the effective and efficient management of the Downer property portfolio in support of corporate and business unit needs and initiatives. The property portfolio includes residential, commercial and industrial sites dispersed geographically across Australia and New Zealand, held under a range of tenures.

The Property Team are responsible for working with stakeholders to establish property needs, identify the optimum delivery model (lease, licence or acquisition), undertaking any capital works and managing the ongoing property requirements over the life of the asset.

This is a permanent role with a hybrid work arrangement (3 days in the office), and you will be part of a collaborative, close-knit team.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Manage strategic portfolio and lease operations across a portfolio of properties to optimise the Group’s leasehold and freehold property requirements and unlock value.
- Work collaboratively with Downer businesses to manage property lease and acquisition risks, maximise efficient use of the portfolio and minimise costs.
- Handle commercial leasing, strategic and tactical analysis, advisory and execution.
- Handle capital transactions including freehold and leasehold acquisitions and divestments.
- Assist with budgeting, forecasting, facilities and financial reporting.

**What You Will Bring**
- A minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in corporate property portfolio management.
- Demonstrated ability to undertake Accommodation Needs Analysis and identify options/delivery models to satisfy the property requirements.
- Demonstrated ability to implement property plans and negotiate best outcomes.
- Property project management experience preferred but not essential.
- Working knowledge of Pro Lease and/or similar property lease databases.
- Ability to build and maintain a strong network with commercial property agents and managers across various geographical locations.
- Demonstrated understanding of basic lease accounting processes.

**Benefits of Working with Downer**:

- Work with an ASX listed company; working with market leaders.
- Location can be either Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane based
- Grow your career with us, we are passionate about giving our people opportunities to grow through personal and professional development and continuous learning:

- Professional development programs
- Access to professional memberships and industry networks
- Be part of a team that cares, we foster a work environment built on support that is flexible around our employee’s wellbeing needs:

- Parental leave
- Employee Assistance Program
- Programs promoting diversity and inclusion
- A range of Corporate Benefits, including:

- Discounted services (car hires, hotels, insurance, retail stores, gyms)
- Salary sacrifice superannuation

You want your work to matter and so do we. With over 26,000 people across Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific, our team is made up of individuals with unique perspectives, backgrounds, and ideas.

We know that diversity makes us stronger and we actively celebrate it through our commitment to inclusion and belonging.

As a WORK180 Endorsed Employer, we support flexibility that works for your life, inclusive leadership that values your voice, and equitable access to opportunity so you can do your best work and bring your whole self to it.



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