Project Manager

Lead HV substation & BESS projects powering Australia's energy future. Drive delivery, safety & innovation with Downer's Power Projects team.

THE ROLE

Step into a pivotal leadership role in Australia's renewable energy transition. As a
Project Manager
in Downer's
Power Projects
team, you'll oversee the safe, high-quality, cost-effective delivery of
high-voltage substations and Battery Energy Storage System
projects across
South Australia.

Based out of our
Underdale office
, this is your chance to work on innovative infrastructure that links clean energy to the grid. You will lead dedicated delivery teams and collaborate with skilled engineers, construction managers, and technical staff. Reporting to the Program Manager, you will manage complex, large-scale energy infrastructure projects from planning to completion. Your emphasis will be on delivering excellent results, collaborating with stakeholders, and promoting a culture of Zero Harm.

Some of the key responsibilities include:

• Guide and coach others to promote a Zero-Harm culture proactively and visibly.
• Responsible for implementing and contributing to developing project delivery plans to manage and control projects.
• Provide leadership & direction to achieve project objectives (includes standards and procedures and provide advice regarding technical issues)
• Manage projects following the Downer Project Management Delivery model.
• Support the estimating team to ensure robust tender inputs and provide support through Downer Governance reviews to ensure best practice estimating.

ABOUT YOU

You are a results-driven project leader with a
proven track record
delivering complex
electrical infrastructure projects
. You bring technical strength, commercial acumen, and the ability to unite cross-functional teams under a common goal.

• A trade or engineering background (Electrical or similar) and relevant PM qualifications.
• Proven success in delivering BESS or HV infrastructure projects under EPC, D&C, or construct-only models.
• Strong commercial, stakeholder and contract management capabilities.
• A collaborative and safety-first approach, with the ability to mentor and inspire teams.
• Proficiency with project systems and tools such as SAP, Excel and scheduling software.

OUR OFFER

• A
  generous salary package
  and a flexible working environment.
• Become part of one of the leading service lines in the Energy & Utilities sector, celebrated for its strong community and passionate, high-achieving teams.
• A suite of health and wellness benefits and initiatives, including EAP, Beyond Blue and health insurance discounts.
• Access to
  
  , which offers discounts and savings on various products, including retail items, travel deals, and entertainment options.
• Energy & Utilities has a dedicated internal mobility team that focuses on internal progression, succession identification, and thorough redeployment opportunities where appropriate. We invest in our people and are industry leaders in this regard.
• We are a Tier 1 ASX-listed company with in-house capabilities far exceeding traditional contractors.

ABOUT US (E&U)

Downer Group's Energy & Utilities (E&U) business unit is an integrated, trans-Tasman team that provides services and solutions connecting 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.

We are 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.

Apply today and energise your career with Downer.
We look forward to hearing from you For more information, please get in touch with Ryan Delon, Talent Acquisition Business Partner
,
at
.

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