Project Director

Adelaide - Australia

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 22 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

The opportunity

Are you ready to lead the delivery of critical infrastructure that powers Australias energy future Downer is seeking a seasoned Project Director to manage lead and motivate a multi-disciplined team Downer performance targets while delivering Power Projects Portfolio including all tendering/bidding requirement. Reporting into the GM of Power Projects you will be responsible for the successful completion of the project in accordance with zero harm objectives client requirement quality time and cost constraints to achieve all objectives.

What youll do

Lead Zero Harm compliances and initiatives
Manage all aspects of project delivery from site and team-setup to handover through the application of Downer Project Management tools and systems
Develop and review design environmental community and construction planning and monitor progress of allocated projects to ensure they are on schedule and within quality and cost estimates
Work with operations to establish active effective business improvement teams to eliminate waste and minimise the cost of our operations
Manage financial issues effectively and follow accounting and other policies and procedures
Maintain schedules and planning to meet objectives / projects. Conduct regular audits and reviews of projects to identify areas for improvement
Ensure safety quality and environment is a consistent agenda item at all workgroup meetings and provide regular feedback to employees and contractors
Undertake regular review of phased forecasts and ensure forecasts are accurate and detailed
Lead the customer relationship at the project level for the nominated project or program of works

What we offer

Competitive remuneration with a significant ASX-listed company
Structured career paths with the opportunity to work in different areas of the Utilities business supported by a robust Commercial Operating Model
A suite of health and wellness benefits and initiatives including EAP Beyond Blue
Retail discounts with major retailers Dell Good Guys Samsung Specsavers & ANZ
We are a Tier 1 ASX listed company with in-house capabilities that far exceed traditional contractor environments

What were looking for

Highly experienced in the engineering and/or construction industry
Minimum five years experience in a similar position managing major projects ($100M)
Engineering degree preferable
PMBOK and or CPPD accreditation preferable
Experience in Utility Networks construction and maintenance is essential
Solid understanding and demonstration of successful Project Directorship and Project Management skills
Financially astute able to prepare operational budgets and analyse financial information
Management experience (general and operational) with capability to develop strategic / business / project plans and delivery responsibility
Project planning; float management and efficient utilization management
Management experience (general and operational) with capability to develop strategic / business / project plans and delivery responsibility
Ability to communicate with all levels of the business and build business building relationships

About Energy & Utilities

Downers 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

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.

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DescriptionThe opportunityAre you ready to lead the delivery of critical infrastructure that powers Australias energy future Downer is seeking a seasoned Project Director to manage lead and motivate a multi-disciplined team Downer performance targets while delivering Power Projects Portfolio includi...