We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Project Manager to lead our High Frequency Sensing Portfolio as the IPT Lead.
Job Overview
This role involves working across multiple programs to deliver mission and support systems engineering services. As a seasoned Senior Project Manager, you will provide effective leadership to project team members, ensuring budget and schedule targets are met and customer reports favourably on technical compliance and product quality.
Key Responsibilities:
* Accountability for day-to-day management of a multi-disciplined project team, mentoring and developing operational personnel to deliver flawlessly within defined scope and schedule.
* Lead and engage stakeholders, collaborating with program managers to balance competing needs.
* Monitor program performance, including earned value management and technical progress measures.
* Advising and informing on defects or potential defects in the quality of products and services, supporting a proactive prevention-based approach to delivering quality outcomes.
* Work with Finance to ensure sound operational financial performance through effective budget management.
About You:
* A minimum of significant senior project management experience in delivery of acquisition programs and detailed knowledge of Earned Value management and full lifecycle engineering.
* Proven track record in operational management and well-developed asset and financial management skills, complemented by strong leadership capabilities.
* Track record of successful management of project teams involving external contractors and partners, delivering cost, schedule, and performance goals.
* Relevant degree in project management, engineering, manufacturing, or business related discipline.
* Well-developed communication and people development skills.
* Able to negotiate and influence internal and/or external stakeholders to generate business benefit while maintaining relationships.
* High level of customer focus and proven experience with customers at senior levels.
Please note that this role requires a Negative Vetting 1 Security Clearance and Australian citizenship.