The opportunity
- The Design Manager will successfully lead a team, by demonstrating effective management, strong business acumen and the ability to make a difference. You will be focused on providing a high level of customer service having an awareness of the diverse needs of your clients. This position involves the management of human and physical resources while co-ordinating multiple groups to satisfy customer and Downer requirements. This includes the day-to-day management of the Design and Engineering team to ensure effective and efficient use of resources.
What you’ll do
- Work with key stakeholders to plan and phase the work programs to ensure resource optimisation
- Review all bids to the Market to ensure they are competitive
- Complete project QA and ensure all as builds are completed before work packs are sent in for invoicing
- Actively monitor and manage the Red Defect SOR deliverables
- Monitor and manage allocated team overhead budgets to ensure no over spends
- Provide leadership to direct reports imparting expertise and coaching and developing
- Identify and minimise business risks and compliance issues, including critical safety and environmental risks.
What we offer
- 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
- A suite of health and wellness benefits and initiatives, including EAP Beyond Blue
- Retail discounts with major retailers, Dell, Good Guys, Samsung, Specsavers & ANZ
- We are a Tier 1 ASX listed company with in-house capabilities that far exceed traditional contractor
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What we’re looking for
- Recognised National Certificate or Industry experience
- Possess a working knowledge of network companies operating procedures and standards, particularly relating to construction, defect, faults and routine maintenance standards
- An experienced Leader who can step in and assist the team when needed along with the ability to coordinate and supervise
- Willingness to travel locally to attend sites and clients
- Strong Customer focus (both for internal and external clients)
About Energy & Utilities
Downer's Energy & Utilities business unit is an integrated trans-Tasman team, providing services and solutions that connect communities to essential networks and infrastructure. We design, build, operate and maintain today's critical assets and networks, delivering complete services across the water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial and power generation sectors. Our expertise spans in-house technical smarts, specialist engineering, integrated OEM partners, and dedicated crews of qualified tradespeople.
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.
How to apply
Click "Apply" to start your application. We look forward to hearing from you! Downer does not accept unsolicited resumes, fees, or costs from recruitment agencies, search firms, or third parties. Candidates are welcome to submit their applications via the advertisement.