The opportunity
Downer Energy and Utilities is seeking an experienced Project Controls Manager to support a major transmission lines project within our Power Projects business.
This is a senior leadership opportunity responsible for leading a team of planning, project controls and cost controls professionals and ensuring accurate, timely and transparent project performance information.
You will oversee the planning and project controls capability across the project, providing leadership, governance and assurance while partnering closely with project delivery, construction, commercial, procurement and other key functions.
Please note we are accepting applications from Brisbane and Sydney based candidates.
What we’re looking for
You are an experienced project controls leader with a strong background in major construction or infrastructure projects and the ability to influence across complex project environments.
• 15 or more years of experience leading project controls professionals
• 10 or more years of site construction experience across power transmission, substations, networks, water or plant shutdown projects
• Significant project controls experience across both small and large projects
• Strong Primavera P6 capability
• Experience with enterprise project controls or construction management systems, with InEight experience highly regarded
• Strong knowledge of earned value management, including AS 4817 Earned Value Management in Project and Programme Management
• Advanced Microsoft Excel capability
• Experience with Extension of Time claims, delay analysis and schedule reviews
• Strong understanding of contractual and financial requirements within major projects
• Knowledge of contract models including GC21 and NEC4
A tertiary qualification in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or Project Management is preferred. Relevant trade or diploma qualifications combined with significant construction experience will also be considered.
Experience with Power BI, risk and opportunity management, change management and project management certification will be highly regarded.
What we offer
• Flexible working arrangements allowing your work week to fit in with your personal commitments
• Closeknit and collaborative team environment
• Competitive salary package + Downer Perks including health & wellness benefits
• Join Downer at a time of growth, providing opportunity for stable & secure work!
At Downer, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where our people can contribute, develop and build meaningful careers.
About Energy & Utilities
Downer’s Energy & Utilities business provides end to end infrastructure solutions across Australia, supporting the delivery and maintenance of essential services and critical infrastructure.
Our teams bring together specialist capability across power, utilities and infrastructure to deliver safe, reliable and sustainable outcomes for our customers and communities.
Downer is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds.
How to apply
If you are an experienced Project Controls leader looking to play an important role in the successful delivery of a major power infrastructure project, we encourage you to apply.
Please submit your application through the advertised Downer recruitment process.
Downer does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies or third-party providers. Please do not submit resumes to our employees, managers or recruitment team.
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