Project Engineer | Power Projects

Downer Group

The Role

Overview

Lead HV substation & BESS projects up to $40M, ensuring safe, on‑time delivery.

Key Responsibilities

  • business improvements
  • subcontractor management
  • risk assessment
  • zero harm
  • construction coordination
  • project delivery

Tasks

-Collaborate with project teams to form active and effective business improvements that eliminate waste and minimise operational costs. -Take the lead in managing subcontractors while advising on commercial matters and performance. -Assess risks in construction to ensure safe execution and compliance with environmental and quality standards. -Lead by example and consistently promote key aspects of Zero Harm when working with operational teams. -Coordinate and manage construction engineering activities to ensure timely, budget-friendly, and quality-driven project delivery.

Requirements

  • energy supply
  • substation
  • ms project
  • primavera p6
  • electrical eng
  • project management

What You Bring

-Experience in the Energy Supply Industry, ideally in substation delivery -Familiarity with tools like MS Project, Primavera P6, @Risk, Expert Estimator -A Trade or Engineering (Electrical or similar) qualification and/or a Diploma in Project Management. Additionally, you must possess experience delivering electrical utility projects.

Benefits

-A competitive salary along with excellent benefits. -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.

The Company

About Downer Group

-Founded in 1933 by Arnold Fielder Downer, the company is headquartered in Sydney. -It offers a wide range of services, including engineering, construction, infrastructure management, and resource-based services. -Downer Group's comprehensive service offerings and extensive industry experience position it as a leader in delivering essential infrastructure and services across Australia and New Zealand.

Sector Specialisms

Transport

Utilities

Industrial

Energy

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