Expression of Interest: Defence Project Manager

3 days ago


City of Melbourne, Australia Mott MacDonald Full time

Expression of Interest: Defence Project Manager - Melbourne

Project programme and commercial management

Brilliant people trusted to do brilliant things

Mott MacDonald is a vibrant and forward-thinking engineering, management, and development consultancy. Working together as a global team we plan, design, deliver and maintain the transport, energy, water, buildings, and wider infrastructure that is integral to people’s daily lives. We value excellence in every dimension of our business and continuously seek opportunities to improve what we do and how we do it.

We employ brilliant people who combine their diverse skills and experiences to achieve brilliant things. Whether you want to specialise or broaden your experience, you'll be supported by global specialists eager to share their expertise. With numerous opportunities to learn and grow, the possibilities are as diverse as our people. Working as a connected global team, we deliver impactful projects that shape the future.

Our Defence and Security Division within our Australian business are looking for Project Managers to manage multidisciplinary design projects primarily through the Estate Works Program (EWP) through the Project Delivery Services (PDS) Contract. As well as leading these new and existing projects, this position will play an active role in improving our project management processes and approach, driving both delivery excellence and efficiency in our business.The primary responsibility of this position is to successfully support the full lifecycle delivery of EWP projects across the Defence Estate.

The primary responsibility of these positions is to successfully support the full lifecycle delivery of EWP projects and portfolios across the Defence Estate in Victoria and this role is to be based in Melbourne.

- Deliver EWP projects on schedule, within budget, and to high quality standards in a Defence environment.
- Foster collaboration across internal project teams and industry delivery partners
- Proactively manage issues, drive decision making, and lead resolution pathways
- Evaluate and mitigate risks for our Defence clients
- Manage and support technical and quality assurance activities relating to the design and safety analysis of Defence infrastructure
- Provide mentorship to staff seeking to develop their knowledge and experience in delivery of major infrastructure projects.
- The ability to undertake overnight travel to project locations as required

About You

- Relevant experience leading project delivery in the fields of building services, infrastructure, refurbishment, civil or maritime, with Defence experience preferred
- Tertiary qualifications relevant to project management or engineering disciplines desirable
- Citizen of Australian and ability to achieve a current baseline security clearance

Mott MacDonald celebrates diversity and inclusion, offering a supportive work environment that values work-life balance, diversity, inclusion, and equity. We welcome diverse applicants, including First Nations People, people with disabilities, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and people of all genders, neurodiversity, cultural backgrounds, age groups, and those with intersectional identities.

Our benefits package is designed to enhance your experience:

- Agile working environment, supporting our people to work flexibly
- Life, personal accident, and salary continuance insurance
- Employee resource groups including the Inclusive Network for Women, Corporate Social Responsibility and more
- Annual Health Checks and ongoing professional development
- Novated lease options for EVs

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We endorse a diverse and inclusive workplace, and look to provide suitable opportunities for employees including the opportunity for part time and job shared roles where possible. If you are interested in this role and looking for a part time permanent opportunity, please apply#LI-RZ1

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