Project Manager Brisbane

at Downer
Published October 12, 2025
Location Brisbane, Australia
Category Management  
Job Type Full-time  

Description

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.
ABOUT THE TEAM
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.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to deliver Sewage Water Treatment Plant upgrades for our Unity Water Program across the Moreton Bay and Sunshine Coast area.

With a portfolio valued at approximately $4 billion over the next 5 years, and projects ranging from $1 million to $300+ million, Downer is poised for significant growth, including doubling our team size within 3 years.

Key responsibilities include:

Manage, coordinate and deliver a complex range of multiple sized projects, including design and construction
Key responsibilities of this role will also include proposal writing for the client which will play a pivotal role
Manage and drive a culture of innovation in project delivery that results in delivery of ongoing efficiencies and improvements in project work practices
Manage and administer subcontracts
Manage, coordinate, and maintain good working relationships with sub-contractors and the client to effectively and efficiently deliver projects
Manage and maintain good working relationships with a range of stakeholders during the delivery of projects
Deliver projects so that they comply with and meet expectations from clients, communities, environmental management requirements and other legislative requirements
What we are looking for

Engineering qualification is essential
Experience in Sewage Water Treatment specially is essential
Project Management certification
Minimum 5 years of complex project management experience within the water treatment sector
Previous team management experience
What we offer

Employee benefits including health and wellness initiatives
Access to Downer Group benefits
Opportunity for career growth with structured frameworks and supportive-inclusive team
Competitive Salary and Employee Benefits
Valued and respected position, with supportive and experienced team
Work for a major ASX-listed company
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

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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