Project Manager

1 day ago

Canberra n Capital Territory, Australia CAPDA CONSULTING Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

Role purpose:

We are seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead the implementation of a new Defence Commercial Framework (DCF), ensuring delivery across key work streams and alignment with governance, risk, and stakeholder requirements.

The DCF implementation is organised into four work streams:

  1. Project Management
  2. Change & Communications Management
  3. Content Development
  4. Technical Design & Implementation

This role focuses on Work Stream 1.

Key Responsibilities:

The Stream 1 Project Manager holds overall responsibility for delivering the new DCF under this contract. It encompasses the development and execution of a comprehensive Project Management Plan (PMP), governance oversight, risk management, and coordination of all project activities.

Project Management Plan and Implementation

  • Develop and deliver a Project Management Plan (PMP) as the roadmap for implementation
  • Align PMP with governance structures and agreed schedules for other work streams
  • Present PMP for approval and ensure communication, accountability, and risk identification
  • Lead and coordinate the Project Implementation Team
  • Maintain and update project schedules; report progress against baseline

Governance & Reporting

  • Establish and manage governance mechanisms across all work streams
  • Develop and implement a RACI matrix to clarify roles and decision-making
  • Provide regular status reports, track milestones, and escalate decisions as required
  • Facilitate stakeholder collaboration and ensure transparency throughout the project lifecycle

Risk & Issue Management

  • Maintain a Risk and Issue Register
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate risks proactively
  • Implement contingency strategies and escalate critical risks promptly

Essential Experience and/or Qualifications:

  • Demonstrated 10+ years experience managing major Defence projects
  • Proven ability to lead project teams and manage competing priorities effectively
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
  • Strong knowledge of governance frameworks, risk management, and reporting processes
  • Negative Vetting 1 or higher Security clearance

Apply now
or reach out to the CAPDA Consulting team for more information.

*Rate range is based on DSS level and level of individual's experience.

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