Defence Projects Lead: Engineering & Delivery

Camco Engineering; Perth; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Camco Engineering, a leading Western Australia engineering services provider, seeks a Project Manager for Defence Programs to lead end-to-end defence projects from tender via delivery and closure. You will guide cross-functional teams and ensure safety, schedule, and budget compliance while expanding the Defence Division.

The role requires strong commercial acumen, stakeholder negotiation skills and a solid background in engineering/manufacturing. NV1 security clearance preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience preparing quotations, tenders and cost estimates.
• Experience managing complex engineering, manufacturing or industrial projects.
• Strong commercial awareness and contract management capability.
• Ability to manage budgets, timelines, risks and resources.
• Strong stakeholder engagement, negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced project environment.
• Australian citizenship with ability to obtain Defence security clearances (NV1 preferred).
• Background in machining, manufacturing or workshop operations.
• Tertiary qualification in Engineering, Project Management, Business or related discipline.
• Formal Project Management certification (PMI, PRINCE2, Diploma of Project Management or equivalent).
• Experience with Defence Prime Contractors or Defence supply chain.
• Knowledge of Australian Defence procurement and contract environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead Defence projects from tender and quotation through to delivery and close-out.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to customer requirements.
• Manage project schedules, resources, budgets, risks and commercial performance.
• Build strong relationships with Defence customers, suppliers, subcontractors, and key stakeholders.
• Coordinate engineering, manufacturing, procurement, and operations teams to achieve project outcomes.
• Manage contracts, variations, compliance requirements, and project reporting.
• Drive continuous improvement and contribute to the growth of the Defence business.

Skills

Tendering experience

Complex projects

Commercial acumen

Contract management

Budgets and schedules

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Fast-paced environment

Australian citizenship

Defence clearance (NV1 preferred)

Manufacturing background

Engineering degree

Project Management certification

Defence contractors experience

Defence procurement knowledge

Education

Engineering/PM/Business degree

Job description

Camco Engineering, a leading Western Australia engineering services provider, seeks a Project Manager for Defence Programs to lead end-to-end defence projects from tender via delivery and closure. You will guide cross-functional teams and ensure safety, schedule, and budget compliance while expanding the Defence Division.

The role requires strong commercial acumen, stakeholder negotiation skills and a solid background in engineering/manufacturing. NV1 security clearance preferred.