Project Engineer
About this role
Downer Maintenance & ITS deliver routine maintenance, planned maintenance, defect and hazard rectification and emergency response services to more than 8,500 lane kilometres of road in Victoria’s Hume region, stretching from Mitchell Shire on the edge of metropolitan Melbourne to the north-east corner of the State.
To successfully deliver on the VRMC, we are seeking an experienced Project Engineer to join our team in in the Hume region of Victoria. This role will be responsible for the operational management of various maintenance activities ensuring Zero Harm, cost and quality delivery meet contract specifications.
What you’ll bring
Proven experience managing civil infrastructure projects, including resource planning and project scheduling
Solid understanding of tender preparation and negotiation processes
Strong grasp of Project Management fundamentals
Ability to manage, supervise, and schedule activities of Project Engineers, Supervisors, labour workforce, subcontractors, and on-site admin staff
Commitment to Zero Harm work practices
Excellent planning, organisational, and time management skills
Demonstrated ability to lead teams and collaborate effectively
Advanced computer proficiency, especially in MS Project and Excel
Downer is a company that believes people are our greatest asset. We take pride in providing career opportunities, work-life balance, and above benchmark services. We also offer a range of benefits including:
Company supplied tool of trade vehicle
Enjoy career development opportunities, including leadership programs like Thrive and Own Career
Access to Perks@Downer, which offers discounts and savings on various products, including retail items, travel deals and entertainment options.
Be part of an industry-leading company committed to safety, innovation, and operational excellence
Contribute to impactful projects that drive efficiency and sustainability
To apply for this great opportunity, please click on "Apply" and submit your application. We do not accept applications via email but for more information, please contact [email protected] and quote reference 735446 in the subject line.
Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.
At Downer we plan, create and sustain. Downer is the leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand. Through trusted relationships and world leading insight we work closely with our customers to design, build and sustain assets, infrastructure, and facilities.
Downer’s Transport & Infrastructure business manages and maintains road networks across Australia and New Zealand, with civil and commercial construction in New Zealand. We are an integrated trans-Tasman team with a leading portfolio of products and services. By sharing our capabilities and insights across our regions we achieve the best technical solutions for our customers’ challenges, and for our communities.
Company at a glance
Enabling communities to thrive.
It’s what we’ve done for more than 150 years. Solving problems. Making the extraordinary run smoothly every day. We’re keeping the lights on and the water flowing. Running the hospitals that take care of us. Delivering the transport that takes us from A to B. Maintaining communication networks that keep people connected. Helping our Government and Defence customers keep them protected. Delivering train fleets. Building bridges, roads and streets. Now we’re building momentum too. Moving forward even faster.
Across Australia and New Zealand, we’re transforming the way we work. Unlocking our potential to lead by example. Using our passion and expertise to deliver complex projects and turn fresh ideas into solutions that make society a better place. Creating opportunities for our people, growth and value for our shareholders, and world-class solutions for our customers. Imagining. Innovating. Engineering. Enabling.
Top Benefits
- Company supplied tool of trade vehicle
- Career development opportunities
- Leadership programs
- Perks@Downer discounts
- Safety-focused work environment
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