Our name isn’t the only thing that’s unique about Leidos Australia. We’re a complex systems integration company building world-class solutions across government and defence that ensure peace of mind for the entire nation. Supported by global backing from our US network, we’re trusted by our customers to deliver the most innovative answers to their most complex challenges. Seriously interesting work that benefits and safeguards every Australian. That’s where you come in. 

Your New Career

Based in Melbourne, we have a new opportunity for an experienced Project/ Program Manager to support a significant and exciting Defence program.  As a seasoned professional you will be accountable for managing a large program which will enable and support operations of military and intelligence force elements for Australia’s Defence.

‘A day in the life’ will see you:

• Manage the PMO function to ensure schedule, cost and quality are as planned, including the supervision of subcontractor performance.
• Manage program risks collaboratively to ensure successful project execution
• Lead and participate in collaborative customer meetings and reviews to ensure transparent and open communications with all stakeholders.
• Effectively manage and lead the assigned team and participate in program planning sessions.
•  Effectively manage the capability and capacity of the team to meet immediate and long-term staffing needs through strategic recruitment and comprehensive training and development plans.
• Create and maintain project plans and other project documentation.
• Ensure that contract deliverables meet customer expectations and contractual requirements, monitoring performance and taking the necessary actions to address variances.
• Coordinate the preparation of proposals, business plans, proposal work statements and specifications, operating budgets and financial terms/conditions of contract

About you and What you Bring

Coupled with your education and practical experience, you demonstrate a pro-active approach with the ability to understand the business, identify issues and develop relationships to achieve the company’s objectives. 

 You will also have:

• 7+ years Senior Project Management experience within federal government and Defence.
• Proven experience in resolving operational and programmatic issues of a complex nature.
•  Demonstrated commitment to customer satisfaction with the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships across all levels and to manage and influence internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated extensive experience in leading a successful Project Team.

Additional information

This is a great opportunity to provide enterprise support and utilise your, program management, leadership and people management skills.  Your ability to understand business and identify and resolve issues will see you succeed in this role.

As a Project Manager at Leidos you will have complete access to learning and development, free membership to industry bodies and a dedicated Learning and Development Trainer to support your career growth.  We offer benefits such as discounted health Insurance, maternity leave, flexible work, novated leasing just to name a few.

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This role will require the successful applicant to hold a current NV1 Security clearance.