Senior Project Manager
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Job Location:
Christchurch - New Zealand
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
We currently have an opportunity for a Senior Project Manager tojoin our Department of Corrections and the Ministry of Justice team and play a key role in our high-performance Project team.Reporting toNational Team Leadyoull help deliver high-quality outcomes that support our essential services.
Te Kōwhiringa The Opportunity
Downer holds a long-term Asset Management and Facilities Management contract with the Department of Corrections and the Ministry of Justice that proactively manages and delivers to the national portfolio of facilities including 15 prisons 98 courts and 141 community correctional sites.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Project Manager to join our high-performance project team who are focused on delivering outstanding project outcomes based in Christchurch.
What Youll Do
This role offers a broad scope with key responsibilities including:
Lead the end-to-end delivery of facilities upgrade and new asset installation projects across the Corrections and Justice portfolio ensuring alignment with client and contractual requirements.
Plan coordinate and manage projects to ensure they are delivered safely on time within budget and to required quality standards.
Act as the central point of coordination between clients contractors site teams and internal subject matter experts to ensure effective communication and delivery outcomes.
Oversee key project control activities including project table reads pre-start meetings and review and acceptance of contractor plans and delivery documentation.
Monitor project progress manage risks and variations and provide accurate timely reporting on cost schedule and performance to stakeholders.
Ensure all upgrade and installation works (electrical mechanical building and specialist systems) are delivered in compliance with safety regulatory and quality requirements.
Drive a solution-focused approach to project challenges maintaining transparency governance and alignment with operational expectations throughout the project lifecycle.
Manage project close-out processes ensuring complete documentation and a structured handover to Operations to support ongoing maintenance and asset lifecycle management.
This is a fantastic role that will suit someone who is outcome-focused enjoys a challenge and is able to take initiative whilst building great relationships with our team and client.
Nga pūkenga matua Important Skills
Proven experience in facilities management asset maintenance or delivery of complex upgrade works within operational environments
Relevant tertiary qualification in construction building facilities management engineering or a related discipline is desirable
Demonstrated ability to coordinate multiple workstreams service activities or project tasks simultaneouslyideally within a regulated or high-compliance setting.
Strong administrative and organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage documentation accurately and efficiently.
Experience reviewing contractor methodologies plans and documentation with a solid understanding of safe work practices and site delivery requirements.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with clients contractors and internal stakeholders at all levels.
Experience working in secure complex or highly regulated environments (e.g. justice healthcare defence or similar sectors) is an advantage
Familiarity with work management systems and contract-based service delivery models including tracking reporting and performance monitoring is an advantage
More than anything youll bring a strong work ethic a positive attitude and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes for our clients.
Ko wai mātou Our Organisation
At Downer we plan create and sustain essential public services across Australia and New Zealand. From hospitals to data centres and defence partnerships we manage critical infrastructure that keeps communities thriving.
Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki kōnei Why you will enjoy working here
Were proud of our high-performance culture and commitment to diversity offering:
Training and development to support and diversify your career.
With 30% of vacancies filled internally youll find real opportunities to advance your career.
: healthcare discounts great savings on retail purchases car purchases and much more.
Employee Assistance Program: professional support for you and your family when you need it most.
A company car is provided as part of this role.
You want your work to matter and so do we. With over 26000 people across Australia New Zealand and the Pacific our team is made up of individuals with unique perspectives backgrounds and ideas.
We know that diversity makes us stronger and we actively celebrate it through our commitment to inclusion and belonging.
Were committed to building a team that reflects the diverse communities we serve and we welcome people of all ages genders sexual orientations cultures abilities and lived experiences. We especially encourage applications from those whose voices have traditionally been underrepresented in our industry including women Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples Māori and Pasifika Peoples veterans people with disability and neurodivergent individuals. Even if your experience doesnt align perfectly with this role wed still like to hear from you. If it feels like the right fit apply - potential counts and so do you.
If you need support or adjustments through the recruitment process just let us know were here to help you put your best foot forward.
Me pēhea ki te tono How to apply
Click APPLY and please include your CV and copies of relevant licenses/qualification. The reference number for this role is 730733.
We are committed to a safe working environment for everyone - all successful applicants will be required to undertake a pre-employment drug test medical and a Ministry of Justice check prior to starting employment. If you need support with this requirement please talk to our team.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
