Project Manager

2 weeks ago

Canberra, ACT, Australia Penten Full time
  • Join an industry leader and multi-award winning company
  • Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance
  • Excellent leave provisions including paid parental, reservist & cultural leave

About Penten

Founded in 2014, Penten is a multi-award winning cyber technology company dedicated to strengthening our nation's security and prosperity through new and innovative technology. Our advanced hardware and software products and services support our clients with Secure Mobility, Applied Artificial Intelligence and Innovation and Technical Services Solutions. To find out more visit our website at

In our 2024 Employee Survey, our team said they enjoy working for Penten because we:

  • Have a friendly and welcoming culture
  • Enjoy excellent working conditions with genuine flexibility
  • Focus on innovation, have interesting work and a sense of purpose
  • Take pride in what we do and deliver tangible results
  • Work with cutting edge technologies

About the Role

The Project Manager plans and oversees projects from conception to completion within the Applied AI business unit. Reporting to the Head of Electronic Warfare Products, this role coordinates resources, manages processes and undertakes reporting to deliver quality projects on time, within budget and with the desired outcomes for our clients. Specifically, this role will:

  • Lead the successful delivery of complex projects and provide expert advice and strategic input to the development of project deliverables.
  • Manage project scope, deliverables, risks, quality, roadblocks, success measures, schedules, resources and costs in line with business objectives.
  • Apply appropriate project management tools and techniques to create, maintain and distribute project status and governance documentation per contractual requirements.
  • Initiate, influence and maintain open communication and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to achieve project outcomes.
  • Ensure project outcomes are achieved and project management capability is maintained through leading, managing, and directing multi-disciplinary teams.

Skills & Experience

  • Extensive experience in project management including resource and risk management, project governance and stakeholder engagement.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of key program and project change methodologies.
  • Excellent problem solving, analytical and evaluative skills, and attention to detail.
  • High level communication skills including the ability to present plans, options, updates and strategies clearly and effectively to stakeholders.
  • Strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills with the ability to build and maintain customer partnerships.

Qualifications and Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for this position you must:

  • Have formal qualifications in project management or equivalent experience; and
  • Be an Australian citizen; and
  • Hold an AGSVA NV2 clearance or higher (or be eligible and willing to undergo the process)

Be Your Best You at Penten

Penten is a proud equal employment workplace committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment, reflective of the community in which we live, work and play. Penten's focus on inclusion, well-being and flexible working arrangements means everyone, regardless of their background, can be their best both inside and outside the office.

As a national leader in cyber technology, we believe diversity of experience, identity, background, perspective and expression is key to building the best team, products and company. It's the actions we take everyday that make the difference and we are continuously working on increasing diversity, inclusivity and belonging in all areas of our business.

How to Apply

To help us achieve our mission to protect those who protect us, click on the 'Apply Now' button below. Please include a current copy of your resume/curriculum vitae, a cover letter and complete the screening questions.

Should you require any adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please let us know by emailing for a confidential discussion.

Your application will include the following questions:

Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?

Do you hold Australian Security Clearance?

Which of the following PMI certifications have you completed?

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