Project Engineer

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Wangaratta, Victoria, AUS
In-Office
Mid level
Transportation • Defense • Utilities • Industrial
The Role
Manage operational delivery of road maintenance projects across Victoria's Hume region, ensuring safety (Zero Harm), cost and quality compliance. Plan resources and schedules, oversee project engineers, supervisors, subcontractors and site staff, support tender preparation and negotiation, and use MS Project and Excel for project control.
Summary Generated by Built In

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.  

About UsAt 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.  About the TeamDowner’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.

Skills Required

  • 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
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The Company
HQ: Melbourne
26,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1933

What We Do

Downer Group is a leading provider of integrated infrastructure services across Australia and New Zealand, operating in sectors such as transport, utilities, facilities, and defense.

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