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Project Director - Water Infrastructure
Downer
Lead delivery of large‑scale water infrastructure projects in North Brisbane & Sunshine Coast.
8d ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Hybrid
Company Size
50,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Transport
Utilities
Facilities
Engineering, Construction and Maintenance
Mining
Sector Specialisms
Transport
Utilities
Facilities
Asset Services
Oil and Gas
Power Generation
Industrial
Defence
Role
What you would be doing
client partnership
operations management
pre‑contracts
business improvement
team leadership
stakeholder influence
- Position the program and team with the client to facilitate growth and long-term partnership for the remaining term of the contract.
- Lead the operations to ensure the project delivers on quality, time, budget and to our clients' expectation.
- Lead, direct and manage pre-contracts and operational activities to deliver objectives of growth, consistent performance, zero harm and optimisation.
- Work with the client's leadership team in the identification and delivery of business improvement initiatives.
- Leadership and coaching of people/teams and drive performance improvement and generate a program culture that aligns all employees on success for team.
- Develop one team culture within the team and ensure consistent behaviour and execution of works in line with the agreed systems and processes.
- Build successful relationships with the client to understand program objectives and steer the team to deliver it. Influence Stakeholders within and develop strategies to enable consistent pipeline of works.
What you bring
project directorship
project management
strategic planning
5+ years
15 years
engineering
- Solid understanding and demonstration of successful Project Directorship and Project Management skills
- Experience in researching, analysing and understanding complex information to develop and implement business solutions
- A good understanding of, and experience with, the business challenges impacting upon business in different life cycles (e.g. expanding, mature, declining or new market)
- Management experience (general and operational) with capability to develop strategic / business / project plans and delivery responsibility
- 5 years' experience in a similar position managing major projects up to $500mil +
- 15 years' experience in the engineering and/or construction industry.
- An opportunity to work for a major ASX listed company
- A supportive team work environment
- Exceptional work culture and supportive People & Culture team environment
- Opportunity to work in an agile dynamic environment
- Develop your professional career within a highly successful multi-disciplined business environment
- Mentoring, leadership and development programs
- Competitive remuneration
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Overview
Since 1933
Year Established
The company has a longstanding legacy of providing essential infrastructure services.
- specializes in delivering integrated services across multiple sectors, including infrastructure, energy, and utilities.
- supports both private and public sectors with a diverse portfolio spanning construction, maintenance, and operations.
- undertakes large-scale projects such as road construction, rail, energy, and water infrastructure.
- has an expansive footprint in Australia and New Zealand, deeply involved in supporting national and regional development.
- notable projects include urban transport systems, renewable energy installations, and vital utilities services.
- has a strong focus on innovation, utilizing the latest technology to deliver efficient and sustainable solutions.
- The Downer Difference: commitment to build a high-performance organisation
- We own the outcomes: accountability, high standards, efficiency and continuous improvement
- We do it for our customers: customer-centric perspective, win-win outcomes, going above and beyond
- We stand for each other: mutual respect, safety, trust, resilience, speaking up
50% reduction
Scope 1 & 2 emissions target
The company aims to achieve a 50% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2032 compared to a 2020 baseline.
1.5°C pathway
Climate alignment target
The company is aligned with a 1.5°C climate pathway, ensuring its operations are in line with global efforts to mitigate climate change.
2024 climate disclosure
Aotearoa NZ Climate Standards compliance
The company will begin disclosing its climate performance in accordance with Aotearoa NZ Climate Standards from 2024.
- Scope 3 emissions target under review
- Board oversight via multiple committees; monthly reporting includes GHG performance and decarbonisation progress
40% Workforce Target
Gender Balance Goals
Targets to achieve 40% women in the workforce, 25% in management, 28% in executive roles, and 40% on the Board by 2026.
34% Women in Workforce
FY21 Representation
In FY21, the workforce was 34% female, with women holding 17% of management roles, 25% of executive positions, and 33% of Board seats.
- Own Different campaign: celebrate and empower 26,000+ unique individuals
- Inclusion & Belonging Strategy & Action Plan 2022–2024; Steering Committees and training programs embedded
- Specific focus on gender balance in trades, middle and senior management
- EmpowHER women's network; StandOut Global LGBTQIA+ network; Pride Pledge commitment
- Māori leadership programmes (Te Ara Whanake, Wāhine Toa), Māori cultural awareness training
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