Downer
Leading provider of integrated services across Australia and New Zealand, delivering infrastructure solutions.
Contract Manager VRMC Hume & Western
Lead delivery, safety, asset management & stakeholder relations for a major road contract.
Job Highlights
About the Role
If you are passionate about creating better experiences for road users, empowering teams, and building strong partnerships with government and industry, this is an opportunity to make a lasting impact. You will help shape smarter, safer, and more sustainable road networks across the Hume Region. • Lead contract delivery, financial performance, and strategic outcomes. • Drive a Zero Harm safety culture and ensure legislative and standards compliance. • Apply best‑practice asset management to extend asset life and reduce downtime. • Build collaborative relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and clients. • Champion sustainability, social‑benefit initiatives, and decarbonisation efforts. • Empower and develop a high‑performing, inclusive team. • Contribute to projects that improve efficiency and sustainability.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸contract delivery
- ▸safety compliance
- ▸asset management
- ▸stakeholder management
- ▸sustainability
- ▸team development
What You Bring
• Hold tertiary qualifications in Engineering, Business Management, or equivalent. • Possess 10+ years’ experience in civil or asset management, including 5+ years in leadership roles. • Demonstrated ability to manage complex contracts and achieve operational excellence. • Strong stakeholder engagement, negotiation, and conflict‑resolution skills.
Requirements
- ▸engineering degree
- ▸10+ years
- ▸leadership
- ▸contract management
- ▸stakeholder engagement
- ▸negotiation
Benefits
• Access career development opportunities, including Thrive and Own Career leadership programs. • Benefit from Perks@Downer discounts on retail, travel, and entertainment.
Work Environment
Onsite