Power Transmission Construction Director

Downer; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

Downer is seeking a Construction Director to lead the design and delivery of major transmission line and substation projects in QLD or NSW. You will oversee on-site teams, manage budgets, schedules, safety, and quality, and ensure Zero Harm objectives are met.

You will act as Deputy to the Project Director, provide monthly reporting, and coordinate with multiple stakeholders to optimise resources and drive performance across the Utilities business.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years in engineering and/or construction.
• Minimum 5 years in a senior project delivery role, preferably within power projects.
• Engineering degree with PMBOK and/or CPPD accreditation preferred.
• Strong leadership and strategic planning capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of major transmission line and substation projects.
• Direct and control project performance to meet time, cost and quality targets.
• Oversee design, environmental and construction planning and progress monitoring.
• Provide monthly project accounts and status reports.
• Coordinate cross-functional resources across sites to ensure efficient delivery.
• Act as Deputy to the Project Director when required.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Resource planning

Team development

Stakeholder management

Education

Engineering degree

PMBOK

CPPD accreditation

Job description

Downer is seeking a Construction Director to lead the design and delivery of major transmission line and substation projects in QLD or NSW. You will oversee on-site teams, manage budgets, schedules, safety, and quality, and ensure Zero Harm objectives are met.

You will act as Deputy to the Project Director, provide monthly reporting, and coordinate with multiple stakeholders to optimise resources and drive performance across the Utilities business.