Special Projects Manager
Great opportunity to join our team as a Special Projects Manager - South
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.
**Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki konei | Why you will enjoy working here**
Downer is committed to delivering excellence by ensuring our people have the environment and the means to be successful. We offer:
- Competitive remuneration package plus company vehicle
- Free access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes
- Discounts for Samsung, PB Tech, Gym memberships and more!
- $500 bonus for current employees who refer a friend to Downer
- Progression and development programs on offer including our inspiring leader's programme for top performers
**Te** **kowhiringa | The Opportunity**
We are seeking a commercially astute Special Projects Manager - South to provide regional leadership across our Transport & Infrastructure business, reporting to the Capability Manager - South.
Wellington is the preferred location; however, we are open to candidates based in Hawke's Bay, Manawatu, Christchurch or Dunedin. This role will require significant travel across the South region.
This role strengthens capability across the South Region by supporting teams to deliver maintenance and construction projects safely, efficiently and in line with The Downer Standard (TDS) and Downer Governance Management (DGM). Working closely with the Capability and Opportunities Leadership Team, you will drive improvement initiatives that lift contract performance and embed best practice systems.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee end to end project delivery including planning, scheduling, budgeting and risk management
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives across maintenance and construction contracts
- Analyse and optimise business processes to improve efficiency, productivity and quality
- Provide hands on involvement and support across key contracts
- Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders including Executive General Manager - South, Capability teams, Regional Managers, Commercial & Risk Managers and Finance
- Lead by example in driving Zero Harm and sustainability outcomes
**Nga pukenga matua | Important Skills**
You will be a strategic, operationally credible leader with a strong background in infrastructure maintenance and/or construction- Proven leadership capability enabling high performing, empowered teams
- Demonstrated experience in project or contract management within the infrastructure sector
- Commercial management experience in maintenance and/or construction
- Experience managing a pipeline of opportunities including pre-position and pre-bid activity
- Demonstrated business development experience in a commercial environment
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse internal and external stakeholders
**Ko wai matou | Our Organisation**
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**Me pehea ki te tono | How to apply**
*If this sounds like the opportunity for you, click Apply Now to submit your application! The reference number for this role is **729744***
We are committed to a safe working environment for everyone - all successful applicants will be required to undertake a pre-employment drug test, medical and a Ministry of Justice check prior to starting employment. If you need support with this requirement, please talk to our team.