Defence Project Manager

5 days ago


Adelaide, South Australia KBR Full time

Project Overview:

We are seeking a seasoned Project Manager with a proven track record in team leadership and client engagement. In this role, you will be responsible for managing multiple Defence projects, ensuring seamless communication and alignment between our team and our clients.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Leading a diverse, multi-disciplined team to achieve project goals.
  • Building and maintaining strong client relationships, representing their interests within the organisation.
  • Engaging directly with clients to set and manage expectations, ensuring their needs are met.
  • Providing clear and concise direction to the delivery team.
  • Defining and executing detailed project plans in collaboration with senior team members.
  • Ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
  • Handling commercial obligations, including negotiation, conflict resolution, and managing subcontracts.
  • Managing and mitigating key risks across the projects.

Key Skills and Qualifications:

We are looking for someone with significant experience in infrastructure project management, ideally within the Defence sector. You will have strong stakeholder management skills, both internal and external, with the ability to communicate with people at all levels.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate qualities such as strong interpersonal skills, adaptability, strategic thinking, and the ability to inspire and motivate a team. You will also need to hold Australian Citizenship and have a current NV1 level Clearance or the ability to obtain Defence clearance.

Why Work for KBR:

We are a people company, driven by our purpose of delivering infrastructure for a better tomorrow. We offer a collaborative and inclusive work environment, with opportunities for career development and growth.

In addition to working on exciting projects, KBR offers a range of benefits focused on providing our people with a great working environment, continual career development, and work/life balance. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding role, apply today to be part of our team.

Our Culture:

We are a company that values diversity, inclusion, and collaboration. We foster a culture of caring, learning, and trust, with a focus on delivering innovative solutions for our customers. If you share our values and are passionate about delivering infrastructure for a better tomorrow, we would love to hear from you.


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