Defence Project Manager

1 week ago

Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia The APP Group Full time
About Us

The APP Group is proud to take responsibility for creating a better future.

Our integrated service offering spans the full asset capital investment lifecycle in the sectors of Transport, Property, Social Infrastructure, Energy & Utilities and Defence.

We provide market leading expertise and advice to help tackle Australia's most complex projects and challenges, backed by our 500+strong nationwide team.

Our people manage, consult and partner with our valued clients to shape progress for their organisation and the communities they serve.

The Opportunity

The APP Group is growing its Defence sector capability and is hiring multiple Project Managers to support the Estate Works Program (EWP) as part of the Project Delivery Service (PDS) Contract in the Northern Territory.

You'll be part of a collaborative and high-performing team, delivering impactful infrastructure projects from planning through to completion. Joining our Defence team means working on meaningful projects that support strategic outcomes. You'll collaborate with a supportive and experienced team, engage with a broad range of stakeholders, and play a key role in delivering high-impact projects from planning through to completion. Whether you're looking to step up or bring your senior expertise to the table, we have opportunities suited to various levels of experience.

Key Responsibilities
  • Project Manage infrastructure projects on behalf of our client through all lifecycle stages: initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure.
  • Ensure procurement activities comply with Commonwealth Procurement Rules.
  • Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships through proactive engagement.
  • Manage project documentation and reporting in line with Defence and APP Group standards.
  • Deliver projects on time and within budget, with a focus on risk management and continuous improvement.
  • Oversee handover/takeover (HOTO) processes and ensure timely project closeout.
  • Capture and share lessons learned to improve future project delivery.

About You
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g. Business, Engineering, Construction Management).
  • A current Baseline Security Clearance (or ability to maintain one).
  • Proven experience managing construction projects, ideally within the Defence or Government sector.
  • Familiarity with project management methodologies such as PMBOK, PRINCE2, or Agile.
  • Strong understanding of government procurement practices and compliance standards.
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.

A Rewarding Career

Strive forward with purpose. The APP Group is where change makers connect to embrace the possibilities of tomorrow.

It is the combination of our people, our clients, and our collective vision that has helped get us to where we are today.

Join us and you'll be part of an agile high performing team of leaders and innovators who thrive on exceeding expectations.

Here, you'll do more than work, you'll create solutions that shape a better world.

How We Care
  • APP4me Days - an additional four leave days per year to spend how you like
  • Mental health seminars
  • Social initiatives
  • Sporting teams and participation
  • Flexibility
  • Paid parental leave
  • Paid secondary carers leave
  • Leave purchasing options
  • Military and emergency response leave
  • Days of significance
  • Career breaks

How we invest you in you:
  • Career progression and exposure to diverse career pathways
  • Professional development & leadership programs, tailored by career level
  • Skill-based training & online learning
  • Become accredited with associations and participate in external committees
  • Core development programs
  • Mentoring and coaching opportunities
  • Highly competitive salaries
  • Role-based remuneration approach
  • Commitment to pay equity
  • Salary packaging options
  • Corporate benefits and discounts

APP is an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply for roles at The APP Group, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, Veterans and people of all backgrounds. If you have any support or access requirements, we will partner with you and assist you through our recruitment process.
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