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Job description
Downer Group is hiring a ITS Assistant Project Manager — a full-time, based in Wellington, New Zealand role. Apply directly on Downer Group's careers page below.
ITS Assistant Project Manager
Location: Wellington, New Zealand
Why you will enjoy working here | Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki kōnei
Downer is committed to delivering excellence by ensuring our people have the environment and the means to be successful. We offer:
- Competitive remuneration package plus company vehicle
- Free access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes
- Discounts for Samsung, PB Tech, Gym memberships and more!
- $500 bonus for current employees who refer a friend to Downer
- Progression and development programs on offer including our inspiring leader’s programme for top performers
Have a look at our other great benefits here!
The Opportunity | Te kōwhiringa
We have an excellent opportunity for an ITS Assistant Project Manager to join our team in Wellington on a 2-year fixed term contract. Your role will involve direct management of ITS & Traffic Signal maintenance and project activities, client relationship management, and ensuring that all project requirements and financial targets are met. In this key position, you will lead the quoting, and delivery of small to medium electrical, ITS & Traffic Signal projects within the ITS sector.
Key responsibilities of this role also include:
Oversee contract performance, ensuring quality standards and timelines are met.
Oversea contract performance and delivery, including implementation of delivery management frameworks
Maintain oversight of contract costs and budgets. With focus on maximising profitability proactively and ensuring customer satisfaction
Develop and execute methodologies, budgets, and schedules. Ensure compliance with all contractual obligations and manage variation requests effectively
Build and nurture relationships with clients and drive business growth, be responsive in our deliverables.
Deliver timely and efficient reports to clients and management regarding project status and financial performance
Important Skills | Nga pūkenga matua
Tertiary qualification in Project Management, or relevant experience
Proven management experience with responsibility for staff and plant, and their resourcing.
Commercial acumen, with experience in managing contracts and claims.
Preference for knowledge of the electrical and maintenance industry, ideally within a large company
Strong leadership skills, empowering others and fostering a culture that supports safety, quality and environmental management
Current NZ driving licence
Our Organisation | Ko wai mātou
Want to know more about what it is like to work at Downer? Then head to our People Site here!
How to apply | Me pēhea ki te tono
If this sounds like the opportunity for you, click Apply Now to submit your application! The reference number for this role is 734692
We are committed to a safe working environment for everyone - all successful applicants will be required to undertake a pre-employment drug test, medical and a Ministry of Justice check prior to starting employment. If you need support with this requirement, please talk to our team.
About Us
At Downer we plan, create and sustain. Downer is the leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand. Through trusted relationships and world leading insight we work closely with our customers to design, build and sustain assets, infrastructure, and facilities.About the Organization
Downer’s Transport & Infrastructure business manages and maintains road networks across Australia and New Zealand, with civil and commercial construction in New Zealand. We are an integrated trans-Tasman team with a leading portfolio of products and services. By sharing our capabilities and insights across our regions we achieve the best technical solutions for our customers’ challenges, and for our communities.Great opportunity for ITS Assistant Project Manager to join our Wellington team on a Fixed Term contractGet Project Manager jobs like this→
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