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 Role 
Leidos Australia, has a new opportunity as Project Manager to support our Project Managmeent Capability team and to surge into key Projects as required.  This role will see you gain exposure to a vairety of Projects and Programs across the enterprise and a real opportunity for you to make your mark!

Your responsibilities will include (not limited to):

• Coordinate project planning, resourcing, staffing, supply and subcontract management, progress reporting, troubleshooting and people management.
• Develop and update project artefacts as required including: PMP, schedule, risk and issues registers, communication plans etc.
• Ensure project results meet requirements regarding technical quality, reliability, schedule and cost.
•  Monitor performance and recommend schedule changes, cost adjustments or resource additions.
• Oversee and coordinate work performed by external contractors.
• Provide timely and accurate information and status updates to project sponsors, end users and management.
• Participate in budget development and evaluating how project plan changes impact cost and schedule.
• Manage the cost, schedule, resourcing, subcontractor deliverables.

About you and What You’ll Bring

• 5  years’ experience in the delivery of Projects (federal government and Defence projects).
• Proven experience designing and implementing project management processes
• Demonstrated experience in staff supervision, leadership, risk mitigation and business improvement methodologies
• Proven experience in managing projects and project delivery teams to success
• Relevant certification in Project Management or Professional membership would be desirable.

This role does require the successful applicant to be an Australian Citizen and to hold a security clearance to the NV1 level.

Applications close, 11:00pm, 30th November 2018