Description The opportunity As a Planning & Project Controls Manager you will report to the E&U Planning & Project Controls Director; support the Energy & Utilities business to transition the operational Lines of Business to best practice methodology and execution for capital works planning and project controls to assist continual uplift in project performance. This is a full-time permanent role and will be based out of our North Ryde office in Sydney with flexible/hybrid working. You will also be required to travel to site when required. What you’ll do Lead a team of Planning & Project Controls professionals to deliver the Planning & Project Controls capability and support services on all nominated execution phase (live) capital projects and tenders for the nominated Line of Business, ensuring timely, accurate and transparent outputs in accordance with The Downer Standard (TDS) and relevant E&U Standards, Policies and Processes. You will be responsible for ensuring governance, assurance and capability of the planning and project control functional resources using P6 and InEight, respectively. In addition, monitor, and input into the Portfolio Resource Plan, to allocate the right person at the right time to continually improve capacity and capability of planning & project controls resources What we offer Employee benefits including health and wellness initiatives Access to Downer Group benefits Flexible working arrangements / hybrid working Personalised career development and growth working with an industry leading team. Competitive remuneration package Safety focused culture working within in leading services industry Management support coupled with ongoing training and mentoring Career enhancing opportunity to work within an ASX limited company What we’re looking for Tertiary qualification – Degree, or equivalent, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or Construction Management or Project Management preferred 5 years experience leading a team of project controls professionals 5 years experience in Power Projects (Transmission Lines, Substations, BESS) 10 years site construction experience on major & complex infrastructures and utilities as planning & project controls SME Strong communication skills, and stakeholder management skills Experience in establishing Earned Value Management System, Time & Cost Controls, KPI’s, and Progress Measurement Expert in claims, extension of times, and delay analysis Attention to detail Certifications/Competence on Primavera P6 Scheduling tool Certification/Competence in the use of an enterprise project controls/ construction management software, e.g. InEight, RIB, EcoSys, Procore, Synchro - Desirable Experience working in a functional matrix environment Oracle DB qualifications –Desirable A Project Management certification - Desirable Risk & Opportunity Management - Desirable Change management - Desirable ‘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 Click "Apply" to start your application. We look forward to hearing from you! 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.
