Downer
Leading provider of integrated services across Australia and New Zealand, delivering infrastructure solutions.
Project Manager
Lead civil maintenance projects in Kaipara, managing teams, budgets, safety.
Job Highlights
About the Role
• Lead and manage end-to-end project delivery across renewals, maintenance, sealing and surfacing works • Develop project methodologies, programs, budgets, and procurement strategies • Manage site activities to achieve programme, cost, quality and safety targets • Oversee subcontractors and suppliers to ensure value for money and quality outcomes • Monitor project forecasts, costs, margins and month‑end financial performance • Manage contractual obligations, variations, claims and reporting • Build strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, suppliers and internal teams • Lead, coach and develop Contract Engineers, Cadets and site teams • Drive a strong Zero Harm, quality and environmental culture across all projects
Key Responsibilities
- ▸project delivery
- ▸site management
- ▸subcontractor management
- ▸cost control
- ▸contract management
- ▸client relations
What You Bring
We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our Kaipara‑based team and lead civil maintenance and construction projects across the district. The role involves strong leadership, smart planning, and safe delivery while supporting the Contract Manager and championing a Zero Harm culture. If this opportunity appeals to you, click Apply Now and reference number 728474. Successful applicants will undergo a pre‑employment drug test, medical assessment and Ministry of Justice check; support is available if needed. • Proven project management experience in civil construction or maintenance • Strong financial acumen including forecasting, cost control and margin management • Experience managing subcontractors, teams, plant and resources • Demonstrated leadership that empowers, motivates and develops others • Strong commitment to health, safety, quality and environmental excellence • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills • Tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering or a related field (preferred) • Knowledge of RAMM (advantageous but not essential)
Requirements
- ▸project management
- ▸financial acumen
- ▸civil engineering
- ▸ramm
- ▸leadership
- ▸safety
Benefits
Downer is committed to delivering excellence by providing an environment where people can succeed. The company offers a rewarding salary, fuel discounts, health‑care benefits, discounted holiday homes, an inclusive workplace, a referral bonus, and development programmes to support personal and professional growth. • Rewarding salary • Z Energy fuel discount and monthly freebies • Free Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes • Inclusive and respectable workplace • $500 referral bonus for current employees • Progression and development programmes for personal and professional growth
Work Environment
Onsite