Project Manager

Whizdom; Canberra; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Whizdom is seeking a Project Manager in Canberra, ACT to lead end‑to‑end project activities, govern policies, and guide project management methodologies. This role requires autonomy and collaboration with senior stakeholders to deliver high‑quality artefacts and reports.

Essential experience includes 2+ years in project management, PRINCE2, SFIA level 4 for PRMG and REQM/RLMT, risk management, and strong communication skills. Security and organisational suitability assessment may be required.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ experience in a Project Manager or similar role.
• Experience applying structured methodologies such as PRINCE2.
• Ability to define, document and deliver small to medium-complexity projects (SFIA PRMG 4).
• Strong capability in requirements definition, prioritisation and stakeholder engagement (SFIA REQM 4, RLMT 5).
• Proficiency with project management tools and documentation.
• Demonstrated ability to assess and manage risks, track project progress and operate within agreed tolerances.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare high‑quality project artefacts and reports.

Responsibilities

• Managing project schedules, risks, budgets, resources and reporting.
• Coordinating project inputs and ensuring alignment with organisational frameworks and standards.
• Preparing briefings, submissions and progress reports for senior stakeholders.
• Analysing project performance and implementing strategies to achieve project outcomes.
• Building and maintaining effective stakeholder relationships, with strong influencing and negotiation skills.
• Identifying risks, opportunities and priorities to support informed decision‑making.
• Supporting development of project planning artefacts, performance documents and work breakdown structures.
• Ensuring compliance with legislative, policy and regulatory requirements.
• Contributing proactively as part of a collaborative, high‑performing team.

Skills

PRINCE2

Stakeholder engagement

Risk management

Project management tools

Job description

About the Client

Our client is a key national security organisation within the Australian Government, responsible for safeguarding Australia from global threats and advancing the nation’s strategic interests. Their work spans highly complex environments involving intelligence, cyber capability and secure technology delivery. The organisation offers the opportunity to contribute to meaningful national‑level outcomes while working alongside dedicated professionals in a mission‑driven environment.

About the Role

The Project Manager will operate with a high degree of autonomy, delivering complex projects and contributing to strategic planning, project governance and policy development. You will lead end‑to‑end project activities, ensure compliance with organisational standards, and provide expert guidance on project management methodologies.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing project schedules, risks, budgets, resources and reporting.
• Coordinating project inputs and ensuring alignment with organisational frameworks and standards.
• Preparing briefings, submissions and progress reports for senior stakeholders.
• Analysing project performance and implementing strategies to achieve project outcomes.
• Building and maintaining effective stakeholder relationships, with strong influencing and negotiation skills.
• Identifying risks, opportunities and priorities to support informed decision‑making.
• Supporting development of project planning artefacts, performance documents and work breakdown structures.
• Ensuring compliance with legislative, policy and regulatory requirements.
• Contributing proactively as part of a collaborative, high‑performing team.

The Successful Candidate

To be successful, you will bring:

Essential Experience & Skills

• At least 2 years’ experience in a Project Manager or similar role.
• Experience applying structured methodologies such as PRINCE2.
• Ability to define, document and deliver small to medium‑complexity projects (SFIA PRMG 4).
• Strong capability in requirements definition, prioritisation and stakeholder engagement (SFIA REQM 4, RLMT 5).
• Proficiency with project management tools and documentation.
• Demonstrated ability to assess and manage risks, track project progress and operate within agreed tolerances.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare high‑quality project artefacts and reports.

Candidates must also be willing to undergo an Organisational Suitability Assessment (OSA) prior to engagement.

Why partner with Whizdom?

We’re Whizdom. We view you as an extension of our strong, dependable brand and have differentiators which really are different! The Whizdom way:

• We pay our contractors same day you submit your timesheet!
• We are Level 3, DISP certified and have signed the Veteran Employment Commitment and been awarded the highest level of compliance to this important initiative, proactively assisting veterans transitioning from the forces to civilian roles. We’ve been lucky enough to win industry awards for our high level of process compliance and are ISO 9001 certified. Our commitment to reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions has been accredited in line with large global organisations.
• We value diversity and welcome applications from Indigenous Australians, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people living with a disability.

Location: The role is based in Canberra ACT.

Contract terms: Until June 31, 2027 plus 1 12 month extensions

SFIA level required: The Specified Person will be expected to demonstrate attributes of SFIA Level of Responsibility 4.

Security Requirements: Current Top‑Secret Positive Vetting (TSPV) security clearance is strongly preferred, however candidates who have held a TSPV in the previous 12‑month period (which has since been downgraded) may be considered. An OSA (Organisational Suitability Assessment) will be required for this position.

Candidates will need to be willing to undergo pre‑employment screening checks which may include ID and work rights, security clearance verification and any other client requested checks.

Applications open until 8am 14 August 2026.