Project Administrator | NZ

Join Downer as a Project Administrator and support the delivery of essential infrastructure across NZ.

THE ROLE

Help deliver the infrastructure that keeps New Zealand connected.

Join Downer's Engineering Solutions Division and play a crucial role in delivering essential services across NZ. As a Project Administrator, you will support the successful execution of high-impact infrastructure projects by managing schedules, overseeing quality processes, and handling reporting tasks. This position is based in Tauranga or Hamilton office and is perfect for someone who pays attention to detail, enjoys teamwork, and wants to make a meaningful impact.

As a key member of the project support team, you will collaborate closely with Project Managers and technical staff to ensure that critical utilities projects run efficiently. Your responsibilities will include maintaining documentation, coordinating quality processes, tracking schedules, and generating reports. Your contributions will be vital to the success of our infrastructure initiatives.

Some of the key responsibilities include:

• Develop, maintain, and analyse project schedules, providing timely progress updates.
• Support the project planning and documentation processes, including tracking project initiation and scope.
• Prepare accurate financial reports, progress updates, and quality assurance documentation for stakeholders.
• Coordinate project packages, track audits, and manage quality assurance documents.
• Foster strong communication and collaboration with internal teams and client representatives.

ABOUT YOU

You're an organised, proactive project support professional with a proven ability to keep infrastructure projects on track. You value clear communication, take initiative, and have a strong commitment to safety and continuous improvement.

• Proven experience in supporting project delivery, preferably in the infrastructure or utilities sector.
• Proficient in MS Project or similar project management tools, as well as Microsoft Office and financial systems.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Confident in collaborating with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a collaborative mindset.

OUR OFFER

• A generous salary package and all the necessary tools to perform your job well are on offer.
• Become part of one of the leading service lines in the Energy & Utilities sector, celebrated for its strong community and passionate, high-achieving teams.
• A suite of health and wellness benefits and initiatives, including EAP, Beyond Blue and health insurance discounts.
• Access to Perks@Downer, which offers discounts and savings on various products, including retail items, travel deals, and entertainment options.
• Energy & Utilities has a dedicated internal mobility team that focuses on internal progression, succession identification, and thorough redeployment opportunities where appropriate. We invest in our people and are industry leaders in this regard.
• We are a Tier 1 ASX-listed company with in-house capabilities far exceeding traditional contractors.

ABOUT US (E&U)

Downer Group's Energy & Utilities (E&U) business unit is an integrated, trans-Tasman team that provides services and solutions connecting 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.

We are 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.

Apply now and help shape New Zealand's infrastructure future. We look forward to hearing from you! For more information, please get in touch with Ryan Delon, Talent Acquisition Business Partner, at [email protected].

Downer does not accept unsolicited resumes, fees, or costs from recruitment agencies, search firms, or third parties. Candidates are welcome to submit their applications through the advertisement, but applications submitted via email will not be accepted.