Power Projects Construction Director | Delivery Leader

Downer; Milton; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remuneration

Career paths

Health benefits

Retail discounts

Tier 1 employer

Job summary

Downer is seeking an experienced Construction Director to lead the design and delivery of major transmission line and substation projects in NSW or QLD, with Zero Harm objectives and client requirements.

You will oversee site setup, planning, budgeting and team leadership, acting as Deputy to the Project Director and ensuring on-schedule, on-budget outcomes. This is a senior role within Downer Energy & Utilities, offering career growth and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years' experience in engineering/construction.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a similar position managing major project delivery, preferably within power projects.
• Engineering degree plus PMBOK and/or CPPD accreditation preferable.
• Management experience to develop strategic/business/project plans and delivery responsibility.
• Strong Project Directorship and Project Management skills; ability to lead complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage delivery aspects of projects from site setup to handover using Downer PM tools and systems.
• Develop and review design, environmental, community and construction planning; monitor schedule, quality and cost.
• Act as Deputy to the Project Director.
• Provide accurate monthly accounts and production reports on project performance.
• Liaise with project managers and departments to optimise resources.
• Lead changes arising from new strategies, policies and initiatives.
• Resource and develop an empowered, skilled team to deliver services and meet demand.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Strategic planning

OH&S

On-site work

Education

Engineering degree

PMBOK/CPPD accreditation

Job description

Downer is seeking an experienced Construction Director to lead the design and delivery of major transmission line and substation projects in NSW or QLD, with Zero Harm objectives and client requirements.

You will oversee site setup, planning, budgeting and team leadership, acting as Deputy to the Project Director and ensuring on-schedule, on-budget outcomes. This is a senior role within Downer Energy & Utilities, offering career growth and comprehensive benefits.