Project Lead

The Opportunity

We are seeking a highly capable Project Lead to drive the successful delivery of complex projects within our Asset Services team. This role is responsible for leading the planning coordination and execution of project scopes ensuring all activities are delivered safely compliantly and in line with contractual and business requirements.

Reporting to the Project Manager you will play a pivotal role in coordinating internal teams and external stakeholders managing workfront execution and supporting the achievement of overall project objectives.

Project Delivery & Leadership

• Lead the execution of project workfronts in line with established project management methodologies
• Coordinate engineers supervisors and subcontractors to ensure safe and efficient delivery
• Ensure compliance with Zero Harm quality and environmental standards
• Monitor project performance and implement actions to maintain schedule cost and productivity targets
• Provide leadership direction and support to project teams

Contract & Scope Management

• Develop a strong understanding of project scope contractual obligations and key commercial drivers
• Identify and escalate scope variations delays and project risks
• Ensure delivery aligns with contractual requirements and technical specifications

Planning & Scheduling

• Support the development and refinement of project schedules
• Manage workfront planning sequencing and execution strategies
• Track progress and implement recovery plans where required
• Coordinate site resources and subcontractors to achieve key milestones

What we are looking for

• Proven experience in project delivery and execution within engineering construction or asset services environments
• Strong understanding of project controls scheduling and workfront management
• Ability to lead diverse teams and manage multiple stakeholders
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• A commitment to safety quality and continuous improvement
• Be part of a collaborative and high-performing team
• Work on complex and impactful projects

What we offer

• Opportunity to lead and influence project outcomes
• Strong focus on safety innovation and professional development
• 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 & UtilitiesDowners 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 todays 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 peoples diverse experiences talents and cultures. As an inclusive employer we welcome applications from everyone.

How to apply

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