Program Manager – Defence Sector

6 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia beBeeManagement Full time $140,000 - $170,000
Project Leadership Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced project manager to support a multi-year Defence program delivering an enterprise Health Knowledge Management (HKM) System.

  • A key objective of this role is to assess and verify supplier capabilities, performance, and compliance with contractual requirements.
  • Supplier communication, issue escalation, and status reporting will be managed to program leadership ensuring transparency and effective collaboration.
  • The successful candidate will oversee supplier cost, schedule, technical, and quality baselines identifying risks and performance gaps that need mitigation.
  • Support for subcontract changes and recommendations on supplier contract modifications will be provided.
  • The Australian Industrial Capability (AIC) Plan will be led by the candidate including reporting and local industry activity outcomes.
  • Australian industry engagement will be crucial in identifying, assessing, and advocating for local suppliers and innovation opportunities throughout the program lifecycle.
Your Skills and Qualifications
  • Proven experience applying project management methodologies such as PMI, Agile, PRINCE2.
  • Strong stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to build trust and communicate effectively at all levels.
  • Solid technical understanding to evaluate supplier deliverables and contribute to technical discussions and documentation.
  • Knowledge of subcontracting principles, including finance, contract types, scheduling, and earned value management.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills; Defence sector experience is highly regarded.

This role requires the successful applicant to be an Australian citizen and hold Baseline security clearance. We offer a competitive remuneration package and the opportunity to work with a dynamic team.

Leidos Australia is committed to creating a truly inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. At Leidos, we're looking for people who challenge the mold and drive toward what's next.

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