Project Manager at Downer Group

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project administration, Schedule management, Work-take-on processes, Subcontractor performance management, Budget tracking, Financial reporting, Stakeholder engagement, Governance, Compliance management, Resource coordination, Security clearance maintenance

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

Join our Downer Professional Services team and play a key role in delivering complex defence and national security projects that safeguard Australia’s future.  Downer Professional Services comprises of three business units our Technical, Advisory, and Capability consulting practice, and Team Downer, which partners with CASG and NSSG as a major service provider to Defence. Together, we are a multi-disciplinary advisory and delivery partner of choice for clients across Defence and National Security. We currently have an opportunity for a Project Manager in Melbourne to work on MLF projects.   What You’ll Do   This role offers a broad scope, with key role responsibilities including: * Coordinate core project administration, including developing and maintaining meeting minutes, schedules and work‑take‑on documentation. * Manage subcontractor performance, monitoring burn rates and ensuring hours remain within approved budgets for each scope of work. * Maintain strong stakeholder relationships, working closely with subcontractors and Commonwealth representatives to support effective service delivery. * Oversee financial management activities, ensuring budgets are tracked accurately and monthly financial reporting is delivered to the Commonwealth. * Support high‑visibility Defence project delivery, providing structured project management services across documentation, governance and resource coordination. What You’ll Bring * Strong project management capability, including managing schedules, meetings, documentation, subcontractor oversight and work‑take‑on processes for high‑visibility Defence projects. * Financial management skills, with the ability to track budgets, monitor subcontractor burn rates, maintain financial reporting and ensure monthly updates to the Commonwealth. * Excellent stakeholder engagement, able to build and maintain productive relationships with subcontractors, Commonwealth representatives and internal teams. * High‑level organisational and administrative skills, including meeting minute preparation, schedule coordination and maintaining accurate project records. * Ability to manage governance and compliance requirements, ensuring documentation, reporting and processes meet Defence expectations and support effective service delivery. Due to the nature of the work, you are required to currently hold and maintain a minimum Baseline or higher Security clearance as required by the Commonwealth. In some instances, compliance with International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requirements may also be an inherent requirement.   More than anything, you’ll bring a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes for our clients.   Why Downer Professional Services   At Downer Professional Services, we’re not just a workplace - we’re a business dedicated to contributing to the shaping of the future of defence in Australia. As the country’s only sovereign prime, we’re committed to making a real difference in protecting Australia’s interests.    What is means to belong at Downer Professional Services  * Meaningful work: Help to deliver critical Defence projects that protect Australia and shape its future. * Professional development: Access career mapping, accelerated learning programs, and shared learning through our Communities of Practice. * Great perks: Enjoy discounts on healthcare, retail, vehicles, and more through Perks@Downer. * Veteran support: Benefit from initiatives like up to 20 days of Reservist Leave to stay connected post-service. You want your work to matter and so do we.  With over 26,000 people across Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific, our team is made up of individuals with unique perspectives, backgrounds, and ideas. We know that diversity makes us stronger and we actively celebrate it through our commitment to inclusion and belonging.   We’re committed to building a team that reflects the diverse communities we serve and we welcome people of all ages, genders, sexual orientations, cultures, abilities, and lived experiences. We especially encourage applications from those whose voices have traditionally been underrepresented in our industry, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, Māori and Pasifika Peoples, veterans, people with disability, and neurodivergent individuals.  Even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with this role, we’d still like to hear from you. If it feels like the right fit, apply - potential counts, and so do you.   As a WORK180 Endorsed Employer, we support flexibility that works for your life, inclusive leadership that values your voice, and equitable access to opportunity so you can do your best work and bring your whole self to it.   If you need support or adjustments through the recruitment process, just let us know, we’re here to help you put your best foot forward.

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Responsibilities

The Project Manager will coordinate core project administration, including developing schedules and managing subcontractor performance against approved budgets. Key duties involve overseeing financial management, ensuring accurate budget tracking, and supporting high-visibility Defence project delivery through structured project management services.