The opportunity
Downer is seeking an accomplished Senior Program Manager - Lines to lead the successful delivery of major high voltage transmission line programs across Australia. This role is a pivotal leadership role responsible for overseeing large scale transmission projects, driving commercial performance, developing high performing teams, and maintaining strong client partnerships.
This role is ideal for a senior leader who thrives in complex project environments and has a proven track record delivering major transmission infrastructure projects. You will provide strategic oversight across project portfolios, ensuring safe execution, operational excellence, and strong financial outcomes while supporting Australia's energy transition and critical network infrastructure upgrades.
At Downer, you will join one of Australia's largest infrastructure providers with the capability to deliver end to end solutions across engineering, construction, maintenance and asset management. Our integrated delivery model, national footprint and growing involvement in renewable generation and transmission projects provide opportunities rarely available elsewhere in the market.
What you’ll do
- Lead the delivery of large scale high voltage transmission line construction projects and portfolios, ensuring performance against safety, quality, commercial and client objectives.
- Manage project profitability, revenue, EBIT, forecasting, cash flow, contract variations, procurement strategies and commercial risk management.
- Provide leadership and direction to geographically dispersed project teams, fostering a high-performance culture focused on accountability, capability development and operational excellence.
- Build and maintain trusted relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and stakeholders while supporting business growth and future work opportunities.
- Champion Downer's Zero Harm culture through visible leadership and a relentless commitment to safety, environmental and quality outcome
What we offer
- The opportunity to lead complex transmission line construction works that support Australia's growing energy network
- A senior position with responsibility for project delivery, commercial performance, client engagement and team leadership
- Competitive remuneration with a significant ASX-listed company
- Structured career paths with the opportunity to work in different areas of the Utilities business, supported by a robust Commercial Operating Model