Special Project Advisor

3 months ago


Adelaide, Australia QinetiQ Full time

QinetiQ is a global defence and security company and employs more than 8500 people in more than 50 locations around the world. We offer our customers premier expertise in advice, services and creative technology-based products and help solve some of their most challenging problems.

Our determination to deliver and improve today and anticipate and shape tomorrow, makes QinetiQ a very exciting, rewarding and respected place to work and learn. Globally QinetiQ has four Sectors, one of which is the ‘Australia Sector’’. The Australia Sector has more than 1,200 employees operating across four countries, namely Australia, Canada, Germany and the United Kingdom

Our growing Australia Sector brings growth and opportunity. One such opportunity is the role of Specialist Project Advisor within our Engineering Services South Australia team. Reporting to the respective Project Management, the Specialist Project Advisor will play a lead role in the management and balance of project requirements, budget, production and delivery of short to medium term projects whilst maintaining client relationships.

The Specialist Project Advisor is responsible for supporting the full lifecycle of project management tasks as part of the Engineering Services SA team working with DSTG customers to:

Engage with subject matter experts and capability providers to co-design plans to meet Project requirements. Provide support when required to the relevant Intelligence Program team to engage with internal and external stakeholders and sponsors to understand project scope and requirements Plan, manage and review outcomes of project scope, time, cost, quality, resources, communication, procurement and integration Record and Maintain program/project data (project funds, deliverables, schedules, status updates, risk, issues, change and decision registers) in specified Project Management tool Work closely with the Divisional Programs Office to deliver program/project reports Provide the secretariat function to program/project board meetings Support stakeholder visits and events for relevant programs

As an ideal applicant for this senior role, you will need:

Defence Intelligence domain experience A strong knowledge and skills in project management tools and methodologies Experience managing full project and program lifecycles in a complex environment. Programme and Technical (Defence, Engineering, Science, Technology) background with real world delivery experience Experience in managing technical, engineering, sustainment and facilities projects throughout the entire project lifecycle would be highly desirable Demonstrated communication, stakeholder management and influencing skills A demonstrated ability to cultivate a broad network of relationships and influence with key internal and external stakeholders. Experience negotiating commercial and projects / services delivery with senior Defence customers/stakeholders.

Due to the nature of the role, applicants must hold a PV level Australian Defence security clearance.

Whilst applications must be made online, confidential enquiries are welcome and may be directed to Joanne Burns via jburns@qinetiq.com.au

Looking for an Employer with Benefits?
At QinetiQ, our competitive remuneration and benefits package supports your evolving needs throughout your career. You’ll share in the company’s success, and be rewarded for your own. We’ll invest in your professional development and provide an inclusive environment for you to succeed.

Some of our benefits include:

Individual Professional development allowance Access to LinkedIn Learning Flexible work Purchased leave program & loyalty leave Up to 18 weeks paid parental leave Annual incentive scheme Complimentary salary continuance insurance Annual volunteering leave with Operation Give Back Relaxed dress code

A full list of our employee benefits can be found here: 

QinetiQ conducts pre-employment screening, including but not limited to identity verification and police checks, for all preferred candidates.

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