Defence Project Delivery Lead

Nova Systems; Canberra; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Parental Leave

Professional and Personal Development

Flexible work arrangements

Dress For Your Day

Reward & Recognition Program

Wellbeing Hub

Job summary

Nova Systems in Canberra is seeking an experienced Project Manager to deliver Defence capability outcomes within a complex project environment. You will coordinate schedules, risks and resources while leading multidisciplinary teams to meet governance and contractual requirements.

Key qualifications include a tertiary degree and recognised PM certifications (AIPM CPPM, PRINCE2 or PMP) plus Defence industry experience. NV1/NV2 clearance or eligibility is required.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Project Management, Engineering, Business, Defence Studies or related discipline.
• AIPM CPPM, PRINCE2 Practitioner, PMP or equivalent project management certification.
• Experience delivering complex projects within Defence or Defence industry environments.
• Strong understanding of governance and risk management principles.
• Proven ability to manage project risks, issues, budgets, schedules and stakeholder expectations.
• Experience preparing governance submissions and executive briefings.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building capability.
• AU/NZ NV1 or NV2 AGSVA security clearance, or eligibility to obtain and maintain one.

Responsibilities

• Manage delivery of projects supporting Defence capability outcomes under governance frameworks.
• Coordinate project schedules, budgets, risks, resources and reporting requirements.
• Lead project planning activities including schedule development, WBS and milestones.
• Facilitate stakeholder engagement across Defence, industry partners and internal teams.
• Monitor and mitigate project risks and issues with effective strategies.
• Support contract delivery ensuring outputs meet customer and organisational requirements.
• Produce status reports, dashboards and governance artefacts.
• Contribute to continuous improvement across the project lifecycle.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Governance

Communication skills

Education

Tertiary qualification

Job description

Nova Systems in Canberra is seeking an experienced Project Manager to deliver Defence capability outcomes within a complex project environment. You will coordinate schedules, risks and resources while leading multidisciplinary teams to meet governance and contractual requirements.

Key qualifications include a tertiary degree and recognised PM certifications (AIPM CPPM, PRINCE2 or PMP) plus Defence industry experience. NV1/NV2 clearance or eligibility is required.