Defence Estate Project Delivery Manager

Mott MacDonald; Canberra; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work atmosphere

Discretionary bonuses

Life insurance

Extra annual leave

Inclusive networks

Job summary

Mott MacDonald in Canberra seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead multidisciplinary design projects within the Defence Estate, primarily through the Estate Works Program (EWP). You’ll oversee scope, schedule, cost, and quality, collaborating with internal teams and industry partners.

The role requires 4–10 years of delivery leadership, tertiary qualifications in project management or engineering, and Australian citizenship with baseline security clearance.

Qualifications

• 4-10 years relevant experience leading project delivery in building services, infrastructure, refurbishment, civil or maritime, with Defence experience preferred
• Citizen of Australian and ability to achieve a current baseline security clearance

Responsibilities

• Deliver EWP projects on schedule, within budget, and to high quality standards in a Defence environment.
• Foster collaboration across internal project teams and industry delivery partners
• Proactively manage issues, drive decision making, and lead resolution pathways
• Evaluate and mitigate risks for our Defence clients
• Manage and support technical and quality assurance activities relating to the design and safety analysis of Defence infrastructure
• Provide mentorship to staff seeking to develop their knowledge and experience in delivery of major infrastructure projects.
• The ability to undertake overnight travel to project locations as required

Education

Tertiary qualifications relevant to project management or engineering disciplines

Job description

Mott MacDonald in Canberra seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead multidisciplinary design projects within the Defence Estate, primarily through the Estate Works Program (EWP). You’ll oversee scope, schedule, cost, and quality, collaborating with internal teams and industry partners.

The role requires 4–10 years of delivery leadership, tertiary qualifications in project management or engineering, and Australian citizenship with baseline security clearance.