Practitioner Project Manager

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 an exciting opportunity for a Practitioner Project Manager to join our AUKUS delivery team in Flinders Street, South Australia.

Reporting to the Senior Project Manager for Transfer of Technology (SPM), this role will be responsible for assisting the SPM in ensuring the cost, schedule, and technical goals associated with the assigned project, are achieved in accordance with the contractual and company requirements, in order to deliver required business goals.

The role will be responsible (with support from the SPM) for the planning and delivery of straightforward, small projects, as well as larger, more crucial components of the program. This role will assist the SPM in maintaining the execution of the project through adherence to the agreed cost, schedule and quality constraints whilst managing the risks and opportunities that arise.

We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, such as working a 9-day fortnight and hybrid working.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assist the SPM in developing project plans, schedules, and budgets through the use of scheduling tools and principles of Earned Value Management (EVM).
• Assist the SPM in ensuring project plans are executed in accordance with agreed budgets and timelines, using appropriate tools to track progress and analyse project performance.
• Support the SPM in monitoring the progress of the project against the expected schedule and budget, reporting any delays or issues to the SPM, and recommending possible corrective measures.
• Work amongst project teams to identify and assist in resolving any disruptions that may arise during the execution of the project, including integration across the four control accounts (teams) the SPM will be supporting.
• Support the SPM in routine Project reviews such as Contract Status Reports, the Project Performance Review (PPR) and the SCAM review.
• Assist the SPM in managing the accountability of Technical Performance Measures (TPMs).
• Support the SPM in developing Baseline Change Requests.
• Assist in providing forward planning (QLA) to identify requirements or emerging issues.
• Demonstrate strong data literacy by using tools such as Microsoft Excel or Tableau

About YOU

• Tertiary qualifications in Project Management (desirable)
• Demonstrated experience in project management, particularly the planning and delivery of project outcomes within a moderately complex project environment.
• Understanding of Earned Value Management (EVM) along with scheduling principles and tools.
• Ability to engage in collaborative work alongside clients and cross-functional project teams and build strong customer relationships.
• Strong knowledge and experience in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Understanding of Oracle ERP, Cobra, and Primavera would be highly desirable.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• NV1 Defence Security Clearance or eligibility to obtain

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.

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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.