A client of ours, a global leader in advanced engineering and technology solutions supporting Defence and government partners, is looking for an experienced Deputy Project Manager to join their Newcastle-based team.
This role supports a Commonwealth project that is nearing completion and would suit someone who enjoys bringing complex Defence projects safely over the line, without the Canberra commute or posting churn.
You'll be part of a collaborative, people-first environment that genuinely values safety, well-being, and work-life balance; rare, but real.
What you'll be doing;
Supporting day-to-day delivery of a Defence project
Conducting schedule reviews, monthly rolling wave updates, and status reporting
Coordinating PPR-IP reporting, drafting reports, and managing stakeholder inputs
Providing monthly status data to schedulers for OPP updates
Reviewing costs, budgets, progress, and financial forecasts
Running regular risk reviews and maintaining position updates
Managing WHS verification activities
Conducting CDRL delivery response letters and reviewing PM deliverables
Reviewing and staffing Contract Change Proposals for approval
Liaising closely with PM, PSO, Project Controller, Scheduler, and Finance teams
What you'll bring;
NV1 security clearance
Eligibility to access US Export Controlled, ITAR information
Minimum 5 years' experience in a relevant project management role
Strong stakeholder engagement and reporting capability
Nice to have;
Experience working on CASG projects
The details;
Location; Newcastle
Hours; 40 per week
Long-term Defence project environment with strong local stability
If you're Defence-experienced, detail-driven, and looking for a role that offers meaningful work plus a lifestyle upgrade, this one's worth a conversation.
Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Project Management and Information Technology
Industries
Staffing and Recruiting