Senior Project Manager – Global Defence Bids (Hybrid)

Thales Group; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Bonus

Hybrid work environment

Medical insurance

Super

Annual performance reviews

Gym discounts

Employee discounts

Paid parental leave

Veterans leave

Novated lease

Family support

Training & development

Wellbeing partner

Job summary

Thales Group in Brisbane is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead and manage bids and projects within the Land/Protected Vehicles portfolio. The role focuses on delivering cost, time, safety and quality objectives while driving competitive bid offers and governance compliance.

You will lead cross‑functional teams across international environments, leveraging strong leadership, communication, and WBS expertise to succeed in a dynamic defense context.

Qualifications

• Degree qualifications in business, engineering, PM or similar discipline.
• Experience leading bid and project management at senior level with multi-partners.
• Experience working with complex WBS.
• Ability to lead internationally in diverse cultures and stakeholders.
• Proven leadership and strong communication for multi-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage allocated bids and/or projects in Land/Protected Vehicles portfolio.
• Oversee bid/project management to meet cost, time, safety and quality objectives.
• Develop high quality and competitive bid offers.
• Adhere to and improve the Bids & Project Management Governance framework.

Skills

Leadership

Bid & PM management

WBS experience

Cross‑cultural leadership

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree in business, engineering or project management

Tools

Earned Value Management

Job description

Thales Group in Brisbane is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead and manage bids and projects within the Land/Protected Vehicles portfolio. The role focuses on delivering cost, time, safety and quality objectives while driving competitive bid offers and governance compliance.

You will lead cross‑functional teams across international environments, leveraging strong leadership, communication, and WBS expertise to succeed in a dynamic defense context.