Project Manager - Physical Secure Zones

Omniexe; Canberra; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Project Manager to oversee complex projects within secure environments. This role demands exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and a commitment to upholding high security standards. You will coordinate multidisciplinary teams, manage project timelines and budgets, and ensure successful communication with stakeholders. If you thrive in challenging environments and have a passion for delivering excellence, this opportunity could be your next career milestone. Join a dynamic team dedicated to making a significant impact in the Australian Government and Defence sectors.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in managing projects, especially in secure environments.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of secure facility projects, ensuring compliance.
• Coordinate with teams to achieve project objectives and manage risks.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Communication

Risk Management

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in project management, engineering, business, or related field

Master's degree or PMP certification

Job description

Job Details: Project Manager - Physical Secure Zones

Full details of the job.

Vacancy Name: Project Manager - Physical Secure Zones

Vacancy No: VN296

Employment Type: Full Time

Security Clearance Required: Negative Vetting 1

Location of Role:

About Us
Since 2012, Omni has proudly stood as an Australian-owned company dedicated to serving clients across the Australian Government, Defence and Private Sector landscapes. Our strength, embodied by a team exceeding 400 members, emanates from our shared values and a relentless pursuit of excellence.
At Omni, we assemble a diverse team representing a spectrum of backgrounds, including intelligence, special operations, law enforcement, emergency services, engineering, and aviation. Guided by our core values of Respect, Trust, Agility, and Humility, we tailor solutions to meet the unique needs of our clients, fostering enduring partnerships built on mutual respect and trust.

The Role
As a Project Manager, you will lead and coordinate complex projects within secure environments, such as Physical Secure Zones and SCIFs (Secure Compartmented Information Facilities). The ideal candidate will excel in managing project timelines, budgets, and deliverables while ensuring seamless collaboration with stakeholders. A strong understanding of construction and compliance in high-security settings is exceptionally valuable, but the focus will be on driving project success through effective planning, leadership, and execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Leadership: Direct the planning, execution, and completion of secure facility projects, ensuring strict adherence to security protocols and compliance standards.
• Team Coordination: Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to align project objectives with organisational security goals, ensuring the right outcomes for all stakeholders are achieved.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate project risks to maintain schedule integrity and security standards.
• Stakeholder Communication: Serve as one of the primary liaisons for internal teams and external partners, providing clear and consistent updates on project progress.
• Quality Assurance: Oversee project deliverables to ensure they meet the required quality and security standards.

Our Ideal Candidate
We are looking to employ a diverse range of people who are committed, adaptable, collaborative, and resilient. They will strive to work towards supporting Omni in its mission to help further our national interest in support of Australia’s sovereign capability. At Omni, we seek to reflect the community we serve in our workforce and provide a safe, inclusive workplace. Our ideal candidates will come from a variety of backgrounds, academic disciplines, and industry sectors, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

• A high degree of integrity and a commitment to confidentiality in handling sensitive information.
• A seasoned Project Manager with a proven track record in managing projects, particularly those involving Secure Zones and SCIFs.
• Strong leadership and organisational skills, with a demonstrated ability to manage complex projects under tight deadlines.
• A strategic thinker with a curious mind-set, excellent problem-solving capabilities, and keen attention to detail.
• Superior communication skills, capable of conveying complex security protocols in a clear, professional, and easily understandable manner.
• High-level technical writing skills.
• A strong commitment to upholding Omni’s values and ethical standards.

Essential Requirements

• Be an Australian Citizen.
• Hold at minimum an NV1 Australian Government Security Clearance.
• Have excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.

In addition, this role will require:

• Bachelor’s degree in project management, engineering, business, or a related field. A Master’s degree or PMP certification is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in project management, preferably within the Defence or Military sector, or in a similarly regulated environment.
• Proven experience in managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Applications will not be assessed until the closing date for this role. We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates including veterans and those from the Defence Industry. Please ensure that you submit both your resume and cover letter addressing your suitability for the role. Join us in Securing Tomorrow, Today.