TL;DR
Senior Project Manager (Defence): Leading large-scale complex defence projects and coordinating multidisciplinary teams with an accent on lifecycle management, cost, schedule, and quality control. Focus on managing stakeholder relationships and delivering mission-critical outcomes within complex contractual frameworks.
Location: Adelaide, Australia. Applicants must be Australian Citizens and hold or be eligible for an Australian Defence Security Clearance (NV1/NV2).
Company
Saab Australia is a leading defence, security, and cyber solutions provider specializing in the development and integration of complex systems for global defence forces.
What you will do
- Define and own project scope, schedule, cost, and quality outcomes.
- Lead and provide direction to the Project Management Team.
- Prepare and monitor project plans, estimates, and cost accounts.
- Assess and manage project risks and contract variations.
- Lead status reporting at Steering Committees and Customer Reviews.
- Maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Requirements
- Australian Citizenship required for Defence Security Clearance.
- Eligibility for NV1 or NV2 Security Clearance.
- Demonstrated experience managing complex, mission-critical projects within defence environments.
- Solid understanding of system development lifecycles.
- Proven ability in scheduling, planning, and managing project documentation.
- Tertiary qualifications in Science, Engineering, or a Business discipline.
- Experience with Earned Value Management systems (CSSR).
Culture & Benefits
- 6 weeks of paid leave per year.
- 14% superannuation contribution.
- Free Income Protection Insurance.
- Flexible working options.
- Access to global company share matching schemes.
- Supportive culture emphasizing professional growth and work-life balance.