Power Projects Construction Director (QLD/NSW)

Downer; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

EAP Beyond Blue

Retail discounts

Tier 1 ASX listed company

Structured career paths

Job summary

Downer Energy & Utilities in Australia seeks a Construction Director to lead design and delivery of major transmission line and substation projects in QLD/NSW. You will direct and coordinate multi-disciplinary teams, manage scope, schedule, budget and safety goals, and report to the Project Director.

This role requires 15+ years in engineering/construction, 5+ years in senior delivery roles on power projects, an engineering degree, and PMBOK/CPPD accreditation if possible.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years' experience in the engineering and/or construction industry.
• 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 with capability to develop strategic / business / project plans and delivery responsibility.
• Solid understanding of Project Directorship and Project Management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage all delivery aspects of projects from site and team-setup to handover using Downer PM tools.
• Develop and review design, environment, community and construction planning and monitor progress.
• Act as Deputy to the Project Director.
• Provide accurate monthly accounts and production reports on project performance.
• Liaise with project managers to ensure resources are fully utilised.
• Provide leadership to implement new strategies, policies and initiatives.
• Resource and develop an empowered team to deliver services and demand of the wider organisation.

Skills

Project leadership

Major project delivery

Strategic planning

Team development

Resource management

OH&S knowledge

On-site work capability

Education

Engineering degree

PMBOK accreditation

CPPD accreditation

Job description

Downer Energy & Utilities in Australia seeks a Construction Director to lead design and delivery of major transmission line and substation projects in QLD/NSW. You will direct and coordinate multi-disciplinary teams, manage scope, schedule, budget and safety goals, and report to the Project Director.

This role requires 15+ years in engineering/construction, 5+ years in senior delivery roles on power projects, an engineering degree, and PMBOK/CPPD accreditation if possible.