ESS Project Manager

Department of Parliamentary Services; Canberra; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Parliamentary Services (DPS) is seeking an experienced ESS Project Manager to lead security enhancement projects at Australian Parliament House, Canberra. You will manage end-to-end delivery from planning and procurement through installation, commissioning and handover, working with stakeholders, contractors, and security professionals.

Desirable qualifications include tertiary qualifications in PM or Security, PRINCE2/PM certification, and experience with Gallagher systems.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering complex security projects in government environments.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication with technical and non-technical audiences.
• Knowledge of Australian Government procurement and contract management.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of security projects from planning to handover.
• Coordinate planning, procurement, installation, commissioning and handover with stakeholders and contractors.
• Ensure governance, risk, and compliance across project delivery.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Budget & schedule management

Governance & compliance

Security project governance

Education

Tertiary qualifications in Project Management / Security / Engineering / Information Technology

Tools

Gallagher Security Management Systems

Milestone

Genetec

LenelS2

Inner Range

ICT

Job description

The Department of Parliamentary Services (DPS) is seeking an experienced ESS Project Manager to lead the delivery of electronic and physical security projects across Australian Parliament House.

Working within the ESS Operations team, you will manage the end-to-end delivery of security enhancement projects, from planning and procurement through to installation, commissioning, and handover. You will work closely with stakeholders, technical specialists, contractors, and security professionals to deliver outcomes that support the ongoing protection of one of Australia's most significant national assets.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced project manager who combines strong stakeholder engagement skills with a practical understanding of security technologies and project governance.

Who we are looking for

We are seeking an organised, adaptable, and results-focused project manager who can successfully deliver complex projects in a high-profile operational environment.

You will bring demonstrated experience managing multiple projects simultaneously, balancing competing priorities, and delivering outcomes within agreed timeframes and budgets. Your ability to build strong relationships, communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, and influence positive project outcomes will be highly valued.

Desirable qualifications and experience include

• Tertiary qualifications in Project Management, Security Management, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related discipline.
• Project Management certifications such as PRINCE2 Practitioner, AgilePM, PMP, Scrum Master, or equivalent.
• Experience working with Gallagher Security Management Systems, including access control, alarms, and integrated security solutions.
• Security industry qualifications, certifications, or vendor training such as Gallagher Technician Certification, Milestone, Genetec, ICT, Inner Range, LenelS2, or similar.(Suggested enhancement)
• Qualifications or experience in Australian Government procurement and contract management.

Job Specific Requirements

• The successful applicant will be required to obtain and maintain a Negative Vetting 1 (Confidential/Highly Protected/Secret) security clearance.

At DPS, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that ensures all our people can contribute to our shared purpose. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people who identify as LGBTQIA+, people from cultural and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people who identify as neurodivergent, and mature aged people.