3 Days Left) Senior Project Manager

Senior Project Managers

At BAE Systems Australia

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We work in a thriving sector – one that puts us at the forefront of exciting and meaningful work. Every day we push boundaries to produce some of the world's most innovative and ground breaking technology. Individually we all contribute to our success. Collectively we make the impossible possible.

Recognised for delivering projects of global and national significance that help keep Australia safe, it is our shared passion that shapes our culture, and our people that make it a great place to work.

About the OPPORTUNITY

We have exciting opportunities for multiple Senior Project Managers to join our Hunter Class Frigate (HCF) Business Unit located at the world class Osborne Naval Shipyard, South Australia.

We are seeking experienced dynamic, adaptable Senior Project Managers to drive and lead integration within the HCF. Program integration sits at the centre of this large matrix organisation and is critical to our success in delivering this highly complex program.

Reporting to the Enterprise Planning and Program Integration Manager, you will apply your skills and experience to integrate and co-ordinate the activities of the various Integrated Project Teams (IPTs). Collaborating with multiple internal and external stakeholders, you will be responsible for driving the program to meet targets by addressing issue resolution, unblocking problems and by ensuring effective program enablement.

In successfully delivering this role your day to day responsibilities will typically include:

- Day to day Project Management of IPT integration activities in conjunction with other IPT Project Managers and other stakeholders.
- Representing the Enterprise Planning & Program Integration Manager, ensuring that integration interests are represented and communicated across the Program and that the delivery/implementation is aligned with Program priorities.
- Building and maintaining an extensive stakeholder network across the Program – knowing who to go to and who to influence to ensure delivery is successful.
- Ensuring appropriate escalation of identified program level issues in an effective and timely manner.
- Structuring and facilitating effective governance from mid to executive level including crafting and driving forums, delivering key messages and ensuring effective outcomes.
- Developing detailed presentations and providing briefings at IPT and program delivery lead team level reviews and governance forums.
- Championing and facilitating collaboration between IPTs.
- Conducting deep dives on major issues across IPTs to understand and articulate to the program any dependencies, required by dates, impacts resulting from insufficient/late delivery.
- Providing input into Schedule Integration Reviews.

About YOU

- Significant relevant experience in Project Management.
- Ability to problem solve and work autonomously to deliver outcomes.
- Demonstrated ability to articulate strategy/purpose and link to objectives and project deliverables.
- Proven ability to negotiate with and influence internal and / or external stakeholders in a way which generates project / program benefit whilst maintaining key relationships.
- Proven ability to think innovatively and to plan strategically.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to use and adapt written and verbal communication skills to suit a variety of different audiences.
- Ability to partner with and maintain relationships with key stakeholders to obtain the necessary deliverables.
- Defence security clearance or eligibility to obtain.
- Eligibility to be cleared for International Traffic In Arms (ITAR) regulations.

We believe in hiring for potential, we know that some candidates hesitate if they don't tick all the boxes. If this role interests you, but you don't meet all the criteria, we still encourage you to apply.

About US

You will be joining a workplace that truly cares about your wellbeing.

Our people are diverse and we value the variety of perspectives this brings, we know that a culture that is inclusive and fosters a sense of belonging is a place we can all make the most of our unique talents and be our best.

As Australia's largest defence company in a rapidly growing sector, you will be connected into a global team and encouraged to explore where your career might take you whether that is a traditional career path or squiggly one, there are infinite possibilities for you at BAE Systems Australia.

BAE Systems recognises the sacrifices of those who have served our Nation and their families. We support our veteran community through our internal veteran network (VetNet Australia) and strong charitable partnerships, internal offerings including reserve service leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program and other exclusive offerings available through our strategic partners.

We welcome applicants from all people regardless of sex, gender identity, race, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, age, or other lived experience; and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all positions.

We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180.

Awarded the 2024 Quarter 1 Benchmarcx Triple R- Excellence In Candidate Experience Certification. As a member of the Circle Back Initiative we commit to respond to every applicant.

To learn more about our competitive employee benefits, flexibility, other employment opportunities and what to expect from our recruitment process please visit: www.baesystemscareers.com.au

Clearances

As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate clearances. Further information regarding security clearances.

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