Project Development

4 days ago

Coomalie Shire, Australia Amentum Full time

Job Title: Project Development & Controls Manager
Location: Alice Springs, NT, Australia
Job Type: Full-Time
Security Clearance: NV1 (AU) or U.S. Top Secret (or ability to obtain)

Overview

Amentum is seeking a highly experienced Project Development & Controls Manager to lead and manage proposal development and project controls for infrastructure and facility-related projects in Alice Springs. This position plays a key role in strategic planning, cost control, scheduling, and risk management, and works closely with cross-functional teams to deliver efficient, compliant, and high-quality outcomes.

Responsibilities

  • Lead multidisciplinary teams in the development of project proposals and execution planning

  • Oversee cost-loaded schedules, EACs, risk identification, change management, and performance metrics

  • Coordinate with Procurement, Subcontracts, and internal stakeholders to drive effective planning and vendor engagement

  • Ensure compliance with Amentum and customer policies throughout the project lifecycle

  • Manage transition from proposal phase to project execution through structured handovers

  • Foster team development, training, and continuous improvement

  • Maintain thorough documentation, records, and performance reporting

  • Promote a culture of safety and compliance on all sites

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Project Management, or related field; equivalent experience may be considered

  • Demonstrated leadership experience managing complex projects or proposals

  • Strong background in project controls including scheduling, cost control, and performance reporting

  • Experience with SOW development for EPC or construction contracts

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Project, SharePoint, Excel, and Adobe Suite

  • Eligible for NV1 (AU) or Top Secret (U.S.) security clearance

  • Minimum age: 18; fluent in written and spoken English

Desirable

  • Postgraduate qualifications in Project Management or Business

  • Experience in defence or secure environments

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary based on experience

  • Relocation support to Alice Springs

  • Opportunity to work in a globally recognised organisation

  • Career development and advancement opportunities

  • Supportive, collaborative team culture

Apply Today and take the lead in delivering high-impact projects that support critical infrastructure and defence operations.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran's status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language at EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans and Labor Laws Posters.


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