Construction Area Manager (RRJV)

We currently have an opportunity for an Area Manager to join our team, with relevant construction background. This position will support the Riverina Redevelopment Joint Venture (RRJV), which is a 50/50 joint venture between Downer and CPB Contractors to undertake major upgrades and replacement of existing infrastructure and facilities.

We are seeking candidates to be part of our team on the redevelopment project, covering the Albury Wodonga Military Area, Blamey Barracks (Kapooka) and the RAAF Base Wagga.

This is a site-based role for the RAAF Base Wagga area, with relocation packages being offered.

What you’ll do

The role has a broad remit, with key responsibilities outlined below:

• Planning, maintaining, coordinating and monitoring construction programs and completion of activities involved in Project/s, and communicating on same with relevant stakeholders.
• Organising, designing and implementing temporary works and infrastructure, as required.
• Preparing work packages, documentation and quality requirements for tender by potential subcontractors.
• Evaluating subcontractors to ensure capacity and capability to carry out the work.
• Seeking the most efficient techniques, methods and materials.
• Informing the Project Manager on any significant SH&E, quality or other difficulties which will impact Project delivery or community relations and taking appropriate action to rectify.

What you’ll bring

• Hold or able to obtain a Government Security Clearance (must have)
• Either a recognised degree in engineering discipline recognised OR other relevant tertiary qualification (TAFE or similar).
• Member of Institution of Engineers Australia (IEAust) or graduate member of the Institute of Professional Engineers New Zealand (IPENZ) desirable.
• Previous experience as an SPE or equivalent.
• Experience developing methodologies to ensure compliance with SWTC (within area)
• Demonstrated commercial experience relating to planning up to 3 months ahead, development of implementation of risk treatment plans and reporting on cost, risk etc.

More than anything, you’ll bring a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a commitment to delivering high‑quality outcomes for our clients.

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.

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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.

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.