Senior Global Project Delivery Lead - Software Services

Aveva; Australia; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

AVEVA is expanding its Australia Software Services Delivery and PMO team. The Principal Project Manager will steer large-scale software service delivery projects from initiation through delivery, ensuring on-time, on-scope, and on-budget outcomes while upholding quality and client satisfaction.

The role requires 5+ years of PM experience in software/IT services, cross-country project leadership, and strong financial acumen. PMP/PRINCE2/Agile certifications are highly desirable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Technology, or related field.
• Minimum 5+ years of project management experience in software or IT service delivery.
• Proven experience managing complex, multi-country, multi-site projects, including global rollouts.
• Strong understanding of IT integration, MES, KPI dashboards, SCADA systems preferred.
• Proficiency in project financials and ERP systems (Oracle/SAP preferred).
• Professional certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile/Scrum highly desirable.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) with proficiency in English.
• Strong internal / external leadership, stakeholder management, organizational, and time management skills.
• Ability to manage projects under pressure and adapt to dynamic environments.
• Proficient in MS Office, MS Project, Visio, and Adobe Acrobat Professional.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operational and tactical aspects of multiple or large-scale software delivery projects.
• Lead and coordinate cross-functional technical teams, including client acceptance testing.
• Review high-level deliverables and manage project scope, assessing requirement changes and their impact on budget and timelines.
• Implement consistent project management methodologies and quality assurance procedures in line with PMO policies.
• Monitor and mitigate risks across projects, ensuring timely escalation when necessary.
• Manage client expectations and maintain strong relationships throughout the project lifecycle.
• Participate project key activities, lead / host project milestones such as kick off meeting, user acceptance test at customer site when required (mainly within Pacific region).
• Oversee project financials, including revenue recognition, invoicing, receivables, and procurement strategies.
• Track project progress using appropriate tools and prepare clear activity and progress reports.
• Forecast cost, revenue, and utilization across projects.
• Identify and capitalize on add-on sales opportunities and support the sales team with proposals, demos, and client training.
• Capture lessons learned and apply them to future projects.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and maintain visibility through professional networks.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Time management

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Technology, or related field

PMP / PRINCE2 / Agile/Scrum certifications

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

Visio

Adobe Acrobat Pro

Job description

AVEVA is expanding its Australia Software Services Delivery and PMO team. The Principal Project Manager will steer large-scale software service delivery projects from initiation through delivery, ensuring on-time, on-scope, and on-budget outcomes while upholding quality and client satisfaction.

The role requires 5+ years of PM experience in software/IT services, cross-country project leadership, and strong financial acumen. PMP/PRINCE2/Agile certifications are highly desirable.