Senior Property Portfolio Management Lead at Downer Group

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Property management, Portfolio management, Lease management, Strategic planning, Commercial acumen, Stakeholder engagement, Financial reporting, Budgeting, Forecasting, Risk management, Compliance, Negotiation, Acquisitions, Divestments, Team leadership, Data analysis

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

We have an excellent opportunity to join a high-performing Property team, leading the management of a diverse property portfolio across Australia and New Zealand. Summary This role plays a key part in shaping how property strategy supports business outcomes. You’ll lead the management of a large and complex portfolio spanning commercial, industrial, and residential assets, ensuring optimal utilisation, cost efficiency, and value creation. Working closely with business stakeholders, you’ll drive strategic initiatives across leasing, acquisitions, divestments, and portfolio optimisation, bringing together commercial insight, governance, and delivery excellence. You’ll also lead and develop a team, ensuring alignment to business priorities while embedding consistent, high-quality property practices across the Group. Key Responsibilities * Lead the management of a diverse property portfolio, optimising leasehold and freehold assets * Drive initiatives to improve utilisation, reduce occupancy costs, and unlock portfolio value * Oversee leasing, acquisitions, and divestments, ensuring strong commercial outcomes * Partner with business units to understand property needs and deliver fit-for-purpose solutions * Manage and develop a team of Portfolio Managers and Lease Coordinator * Ensure effective governance, risk management, and compliance across property activities * Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting for the portfolio * Maintain accurate property data and reporting to support decision-making * Collaborate with internal stakeholders including Legal, Procurement, and Finance to deliver outcomes What You Will Bring * Proven experience (5–7+ years) managing corporate property portfolios in complex environments * Strong commercial acumen with the ability to negotiate and deliver value-driven outcomes * Experience across leasing, acquisitions, divestments, and property strategy * Ability to translate business needs into practical property solutions * Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence at senior levels * Experience leading teams and driving performance in a collaborative environment * Solid understanding of lease management systems and lease accounting principles * Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills Benefits Of Working with Downer * Work with an ASX listed company, working with market leaders. * Grow your career with us, we are passionate about giving our people opportunities to grow through personal and professional development and continuous learning: * Professional development programs * Access to professional memberships and industry networks * Be part of a team that cares, we foster a work environment built on support that is flexible around our employee’s wellbeing needs: * Flexible work arrangements * Parental leave * Employee Assistance Program * Programs promoting diversity and inclusion * A range of Corporate Benefits, including:  * Discounted services (car hires, hotels, insurance, retail stores, gyms) Why Downer? As a trusted name in infrastructure, transport, facilities management, and construction, Downer is committed to delivering projects that create a lasting, positive legacy. 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.

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Responsibilities

Lead the management of a diverse property portfolio across Australia and New Zealand to ensure optimal utilization and value creation. Drive strategic initiatives including leasing, acquisitions, and divestments while managing a team of portfolio managers.