Senior Project Manager

2 days ago


Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Downer Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year
Description

The Opportunity

Join a leading infrastructure delivery team driving the future of Queensland's water network. We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Project Manager to lead and deliver complex capital water infrastructure major water pipeline projects as part of the Unity Water Program across the Moreton Bay and Sunshine Coast Region

  • Manage, coordinate and deliver a complex range of small and large projects, including design, construction, commissioning and handover of infrastructure and assets
  • Manage and drive a culture of innovation in project delivery that results in delivery of ongoing efficiencies and improvements in project work practices
  • Manage and administer subcontracts
  • Manage, coordinate, and maintain good working relationships with sub-contractors to effectively and efficiently deliver projects
  • Manage and maintain good working relationships with a range of stakeholders during the delivery of projects
  • Deliver projects so that they comply with and meet expectations from clients, communities, environmental management requirements and other legislative requirements
  • Undertake reporting on program performance and progress, including development of solutions to issues that compromise attainment of agreed performance targets
  • Actively participate in monthly Project Management Reviews (PMRs)

What we are looking for 

  • Minimum 10 years of complex project management experience within the water and wastewater sector is preferred 
  • Experience in large scale design and construct treatment plant construction and upgrade works and large-scale water transfer projects involving micro-tunnelling and deep shafts.
  • Previous team management and leadership experience 
  • Extensive experience driving results 

What we offer

  • Employee benefits including health and wellness initiatives
  • Access to Downer Group benefits
  • 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

Click "Apply" to start your application. We look forward to hearing from you 

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.



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