Project Manager – Major Mechanical & Electrical Infrastructure (Defence)
Join one of Adelaide's largest Defence infrastructure projects.
Salary: $190,000 + Super + $20,000 Car Allowance
Location: Adelaide, South Australia
About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled Project Manager to lead the delivery of a major mechanical and electrical infrastructure project for a leading Defence contractor. This is a critical leadership role, responsible for ensuring project outcomes are delivered on time, within budget, and to Defence-grade quality and compliance standards.
The successful candidate will manage a multidisciplinary engineering team and contractors, coordinate with key Defence stakeholders, and oversee the planning, execution, and risk management of a complex infrastructure program.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the planning and delivery of a large-scale mechanical and electrical infrastructure project within the Defence sector.
Manage project lifecycle from initiation through to commissioning and handover.
Oversee engineering, procurement, and construction activities with a strong focus on compliance, safety, and reliability.
Manage schedules, budgets, contracts, and risk frameworks in alignment with Defence and company standards.
Liaise with Defence clients, subcontractors, and internal engineering teams to ensure requirements are met.
Drive progress reporting, governance, and stakeholder communication at senior levels.
Foster a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement across the project team.
Desire Skills & Experience
Proven track record in project management of major mechanical and/or electrical infrastructure projects.
Experience working in the Defence, heavy engineering, or complex infrastructure sectors.
Strong knowledge of engineering principles (mechanical, electrical, or systems).
Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams in high-stakes environments.
Excellent commercial, contract, and risk management skills.
Strong stakeholder engagement capability, including with government and Defence organisations.
Project Management qualifications (PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent) highly regarded.
Current or eligible to obtain an Australian Defence security clearance (NV1 or higher).
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