Description The Riverina Redevelopment Joint Venture is a 50/50 joint venture between CPB Contractors and Downer to undertake major upgrades and replacement of existing infrastructure and facilities to support Defence capability for the next 30 years. The proposed project consists of a program of works across three Department of Defence establishments including: Albury Wodonga Military Area (including North, South & East Bandiana, Latchford Barracks, Wirlinga) Blamey Barracks (Kapooka) RAAF Base Wagga The proposed capital investment of $1.7b will incorporate a variety of elements including: Construction of new messing and living in accommodation Construction of new training facilities Refurbishment and upgrading of existing buildings Remedial works and upgrades to infrastructure services For further information please visit the Riverina Redevelopment Joint Venture Website https://rrjv.com.au/ The Opportunity As a Construction Area Manager, you will lead and coordinate multidisciplinary construction teams to safely deliver packages of work on complex Defence infrastructure projects. Acting on behalf of the Construction Manager, you will drive program, cost, quality, and safety outcomes while maintaining strong relationships with clients and subcontractors across the Riverina Redevelopment Program. What you’ll do Plan, coordinate, and manage construction activities to deliver work packages on time, within budget, and to specification Lead site teams and subcontractors to ensure compliance with safety, quality, environmental, and project management systems Manage short-term construction planning, sequencing, and risk mitigation across your allocated area Oversee subcontractor performance, including procurement, supervision, progress claims, and variations Monitor and report on program, cost, quality, and risk, escalating issues and implementing corrective actions as required What you’ll bring Proven experience as a Senior Project Engineer or equivalent, managing construction work packages on large projects Strong technical understanding of construction methodologies, temporary works, and quality systems Demonstrated leadership capability with experience managing multidisciplinary site teams Solid commercial acumen, including cost control, risk management, and forward planning Relevant tertiary qualification in engineering or construction (degree or equivalent), with Defence or complex infrastructure experience desirable This role is based at RAAF Base, Wagga Wagga. Relocation assistance is available for the successful candidate if required. Applicants must be Australian citizens and willing to obtain a Defence security clearance. Spotless Management Services Pty Ltd (a Downer Company) is delivering the works as part of a joint venture with CPB Contractors Pty Ltd. Accordingly we will share your Personal Information, to the extent necessary, for the purpose of recruitment for the joint venture with CPB Contractors Pty Ltd who are required to handle that information in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth). Why Downer? At Downer, we plan, create, and sustain essential public services across Australia and New Zealand. From hospitals to data centres and defence partnerships, we manage critical infrastructure that keeps communities thriving. What It Means to Belong at Downer We’re proud of our high-performance culture and commitment to diversity, offering: Training and development to support and diversify your career. With 30% of vacancies filled internally you’ll find real opportunities to advance your career. Perks@Downer: healthcare discounts, great savings on retail purchases, car purchases and much more. Employee Assistance Program: professional support for you and your family when you need it most. 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.
