THE ROLE

Downer's Power Projects team is looking for a Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of high-voltage (HV) utility and connection projects across transmission and substation infrastructure. In this role, you will oversee the entire project delivery process, from planning to commissioning, ensuring that all work aligns with client requirements, safety standards, and commercial objectives.

As this is a national role, we are open to candidates from Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, and Adelaide. You will report to the Project Director and spend time in the office and on-site, collaborating closely with a team of construction managers, project engineers, crew leaders, technical staff, and support personnel to efficiently deliver projects.

Some of the key responsibilities include:

• Lead delivery of HV utility, connection and new infrastructure projects.

• Manage project planning, execution and commissioning activities.

• Oversee project budgets, schedules and performance outcomes.

• Coordinate internal teams, subcontractors and external stakeholders.

• Drive continuous improvement, risk management and delivery efficiency.

ABOUT YOU

You are a results-oriented project leader with experience in delivering HV utility or connection projects. You blend strong technical understanding with commercial insight and adopt a collaborative leadership style to achieve successful outcomes across complex infrastructure initiatives.

• A Trade or Engineering (Electrical or similar) qualification and/or a Diploma in Project Management.

• Experience delivering HV transmission, substation or connection projects.

• Strong project management capability across the full project lifecycle.

• Available to travel and attend to site.

• Superior communication skills with the ability to manage stakeholders and up and downstream.

OUR OFFER

• A generous salary package, rosters can be tailored to suit work life balance
• 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 Perks@Downer, 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.

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.