Technical Project Manager

Molloy Electrical Contracting Pty Ltd; Darwin, Katherine, Tennant Creek; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

MEC NT is seeking an experienced Technical Project Manager - Communications to lead the delivery of communications and technology infrastructure projects across Northern Australia. This senior role combines project leadership, technical expertise and commercial responsibility across Defence, Government, industrial and critical infrastructure.

You’ll manage projects from award to completion, provide technical leadership, and build strong relationships with clients, consultants and project

Qualifications

• Defence clearance or ability to obtain.
• Demonstrated communications or technology project management experience.
• Strong technical understanding of communications infrastructure.
• Excellent planning and organisational skills.
• Strong commercial and financial awareness.
• The ability to lead teams and drive outcomes.
• ACMA Registration, Fibre Endorsements and Defence project experience will be highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Managing communications and technology projects to completion.
• Planning and coordinating labour, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Managing project budgets and forecasting.
• Identifying and managing project risks.
• Delivering projects safely, on time and within budget.
• Managing client and stakeholder relationships.
• Coordinating procurement and long-lead equipment.
• Managing testing, commissioning and handover activities.
• Reviewing technical documentation and designs.
• Mentoring and supporting Communications personnel.

Skills

Defence clearance

Communications project management

Technical understanding

Planning and organisational skills

Commercial and financial awareness

Team leadership

ACMA Registration

Job description

MEC NT are proud to be a locally owned and operated business delivering high-quality Electrical and Civil construction solutions across the Northern Territory. From urban infrastructure and Defence facilities to remote community power systems, solar installations, and HV/LV works — our footprint spans Darwin, Katherine, Tennant Creek, Groote Eylandt, and the many communities in between.

With several major Government and Defence projects now underway, we’re growing our team to meet the demand. Our diverse project portfolio and commitment to excellence make MEC NT a trusted name in powering progress across the Territory.

About the Role:

MEC NT are seeking an experienced Technical Project Manager - Communications to lead the successful delivery of communications and technology infrastructure projects across Northern Australia.

This is a senior position combining project leadership, technical expertise and commercial responsibility across Defence, Government, industrial and critical infrastructure projects.

You’ll be responsible for managing projects from award through to completion, while providing technical leadership and building strong relationships with clients, consultants and project stakeholders.

What you'll be doing:

• Managing communications and technology projects to completion
• Planning and coordinating labour, subcontractors and suppliers
• Managing project budgets and forecasting
• Identifying and managing project risks
• Delivering projects safely, on time and within budget
• Managing client and stakeholder relationships
• Coordinating procurement and long-lead equipment
• Managing testing, commissioning and handover activities
• Reviewing technical documentation and designs
• Mentoring and supporting Communications personnel

Projects may involve:

• Structured cabling systems
• Defence communications infrastructure
• CCTV and security systems
• Access control systems
• Network infrastructure
• Government and critical infrastructure projects
• Integrated technology systems

What we're looking for

• Defence clearance or able to obtain
• Demonstrated communications or technology project management experience
• Strong technical understanding of communications infrastructure
• Excellent planning and organisational skills
• Strong commercial and financial awareness
• The ability to lead teams and drive outcomes
• ACMA Registration, Fibre Endorsements and Defence project experience will be highly regarded.

What we're offering:

• Immediate start (rate is dependent on experience)
• Permanent full-time position
• Competitive salary package based on experience
• Exposure to Major Defence Projects
• Diverse and interesting projects across the NT
• Strong pipeline of work and long-term career stability
• Exposure to major Defence and infrastructure projects
• Supportive management team and positive workplace culture
• Ongoing training, development and career progression opportunities
• Join a well-established company with a strong pipeline of projects and a great reputation across the NT

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Once you have submitted your application, please wait to be contacted by MEC NT regarding the outcome.