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Defence Project Manager
Perth, Western Australia
AECOM
Posted 12 days ago
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**Company Description**
_"I enjoy working for AECOM Defence as it provides me with the opportunity to work on large-scale complex Defence projects. I value the challenges these projects present, as they push me to grow and expand my professional expertise at a fast pace"._ **_Kseniya Lvtvyn - Principal Project Manager_**
**Come grow with us.**
AECOM's Defence team in Australia is entering a period of sustained growth, underpinned by recent project successes and an expanding portfolio of strategic work. AECOM is a global leader supporting a diverse range of Defence clients in the planning, design, and delivery of complex infrastructure and capability projects.
With a strong local presence and access to global expertise, AECOM is uniquely positioned to deliver innovative and resilient solutions across Defence estate, infrastructure and mission-critical systems.
**Everyone belongs at AECOM**
We're committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging - because great ideas come from diverse perspectives. AECOM is proud to be a **Fortune 500 Most Admired Company** , a **WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality** , **Work180 Equitable Workplace Awards 2025 Winner** and an **AWEI Bronze Tier LGBTQ+ Inclusive Employer** .
At AECOM, we value the unique skills, experience, and perspectives that veterans bring to our teams. We are committed to supporting Defence Force veterans, reservists, and their families in their transition to civilian careers. Whether it's through tailored onboarding, mentoring, or flexible work arrangements, we provide a workplace where your service is recognised and your future is supported.
**Job Description**
Join AECOM as a Defence Project Manager leading key projects across Western Australia while driving our Defence market strategy. We are looking for an Associate Director level candidate to deliver major initiatives, grow regional capability, and build strong relationships with clients and partners across the Defence sector.
**How you'll make a difference:**
+ Leading the end-to-end planning, coordination, and execution of high-value Defence infrastructure and consultancy projects, ensuring alignment with client objectives and AECOM's quality standards.
+ Overseeing complex procurement and contract management processes in accordance with Defence policies and procedures, with a focus on value, compliance, and performance outcomes.
+ Acting as a trusted advisor and delivery partner to Commonwealth representatives, industry stakeholders, and internal technical teams - building credibility through your leadership, reliability, and deep domain knowledge.
+ Ensuring rigorous project governance by managing program schedules, budgets, risk profiles, and quality assurance processes - driving accountability and transparency across every phase of delivery.
**Qualifications**
**The qualities that help you thrive:**
+ A tertiary qualification in Engineering, Project Management, or Construction Management, with ideally 15+ years' experience in PMCA or similar project delivery roles within Defence or government environments. Local experience in Western Australia is highly regarded.
+ In-depth knowledge of Defence project and contract frameworks, including a strong understanding of the Defence Capability Lifecycle.
+ A proven track record in delivering multiple complex projects, leading multidisciplinary teams, and engaging effectively with stakeholders at all levels through strong written and verbal communication skills.
+ Strong commercial acumen, particularly in procurement, contract negotiation, and performance management.
+ Due to the nature of this role, Australian Citizenship is essential. A current Baseline Defence clearance is preferred, or eligibility to obtain an Australian Government security clearance is required.
+ We strongly encourage veterans to apply.
**Additional Information**
**Why you'll love working with us**
+ Veteran Employment Support & Reservist Leave
+ Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year
+ Life and income protection plans, personal travel insurance discounts
+ Share purchase plans
+ Flex public holidays - swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better
**Ready to push the limits of what's possible?**
We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.
Applications are reviewed as they come in, and the role may close earlier than expected, so if this opportunity sounds like you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
**Learn more about life at AECOM:** LinkedIn, Facebook , Instagram, X, YouTube - explore our AECOM voices, employee stories, latest projects, and much more!
_AECOM is a company that thinks and acts globally, sharing work across the Australia and New Zealand and the globe; experience working in a workshare environment will be advantageous._
#Work180
AECOM acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we, our clients and our communities live and work around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures and to their Elders - past, present, and emerging. We are committed to connecting to Country in our work through meaningful engagement with First Nations peoples and businesses. Find out more about our Australian Reconciliation Action Plan here: AECOM**
AECOM is the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $13.1 billion in fiscal year 2022. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.
**Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity**
You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you're working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.
You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion - a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.
AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We're the world's trusted global infrastructure firm, and we're in this together - your growth and success are ours too.
Join us, and you'll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm - access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person's potential, and we'll help you reach yours.
**ReqID:** J
**Business Line:** B&P - Buildings & Places
**Business Group:** DCS
**Strategic Business Unit:** ANZ
**Career Area:** Program & Project Management
**Work Location Model:** Hybrid
_"I enjoy working for AECOM Defence as it provides me with the opportunity to work on large-scale complex Defence projects. I value the challenges these projects present, as they push me to grow and expand my professional expertise at a fast pace"._ **_Kseniya Lvtvyn - Principal Project Manager_**
**Come grow with us.**
AECOM's Defence team in Australia is entering a period of sustained growth, underpinned by recent project successes and an expanding portfolio of strategic work. AECOM is a global leader supporting a diverse range of Defence clients in the planning, design, and delivery of complex infrastructure and capability projects.
With a strong local presence and access to global expertise, AECOM is uniquely positioned to deliver innovative and resilient solutions across Defence estate, infrastructure and mission-critical systems.
**Everyone belongs at AECOM**
We're committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging - because great ideas come from diverse perspectives. AECOM is proud to be a **Fortune 500 Most Admired Company** , a **WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality** , **Work180 Equitable Workplace Awards 2025 Winner** and an **AWEI Bronze Tier LGBTQ+ Inclusive Employer** .
At AECOM, we value the unique skills, experience, and perspectives that veterans bring to our teams. We are committed to supporting Defence Force veterans, reservists, and their families in their transition to civilian careers. Whether it's through tailored onboarding, mentoring, or flexible work arrangements, we provide a workplace where your service is recognised and your future is supported.
**Job Description**
Join AECOM as a Defence Project Manager leading key projects across Western Australia while driving our Defence market strategy. We are looking for an Associate Director level candidate to deliver major initiatives, grow regional capability, and build strong relationships with clients and partners across the Defence sector.
**How you'll make a difference:**
+ Leading the end-to-end planning, coordination, and execution of high-value Defence infrastructure and consultancy projects, ensuring alignment with client objectives and AECOM's quality standards.
+ Overseeing complex procurement and contract management processes in accordance with Defence policies and procedures, with a focus on value, compliance, and performance outcomes.
+ Acting as a trusted advisor and delivery partner to Commonwealth representatives, industry stakeholders, and internal technical teams - building credibility through your leadership, reliability, and deep domain knowledge.
+ Ensuring rigorous project governance by managing program schedules, budgets, risk profiles, and quality assurance processes - driving accountability and transparency across every phase of delivery.
**Qualifications**
**The qualities that help you thrive:**
+ A tertiary qualification in Engineering, Project Management, or Construction Management, with ideally 15+ years' experience in PMCA or similar project delivery roles within Defence or government environments. Local experience in Western Australia is highly regarded.
+ In-depth knowledge of Defence project and contract frameworks, including a strong understanding of the Defence Capability Lifecycle.
+ A proven track record in delivering multiple complex projects, leading multidisciplinary teams, and engaging effectively with stakeholders at all levels through strong written and verbal communication skills.
+ Strong commercial acumen, particularly in procurement, contract negotiation, and performance management.
+ Due to the nature of this role, Australian Citizenship is essential. A current Baseline Defence clearance is preferred, or eligibility to obtain an Australian Government security clearance is required.
+ We strongly encourage veterans to apply.
**Additional Information**
**Why you'll love working with us**
+ Veteran Employment Support & Reservist Leave
+ Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year
+ Life and income protection plans, personal travel insurance discounts
+ Share purchase plans
+ Flex public holidays - swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better
**Ready to push the limits of what's possible?**
We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.
Applications are reviewed as they come in, and the role may close earlier than expected, so if this opportunity sounds like you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
**Learn more about life at AECOM:** LinkedIn, Facebook , Instagram, X, YouTube - explore our AECOM voices, employee stories, latest projects, and much more!
_AECOM is a company that thinks and acts globally, sharing work across the Australia and New Zealand and the globe; experience working in a workshare environment will be advantageous._
#Work180
AECOM acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we, our clients and our communities live and work around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures and to their Elders - past, present, and emerging. We are committed to connecting to Country in our work through meaningful engagement with First Nations peoples and businesses. Find out more about our Australian Reconciliation Action Plan here: AECOM**
AECOM is the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $13.1 billion in fiscal year 2022. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.
**Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity**
You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you're working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.
You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion - a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.
AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We're the world's trusted global infrastructure firm, and we're in this together - your growth and success are ours too.
Join us, and you'll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm - access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person's potential, and we'll help you reach yours.
**ReqID:** J
**Business Line:** B&P - Buildings & Places
**Business Group:** DCS
**Strategic Business Unit:** ANZ
**Career Area:** Program & Project Management
**Work Location Model:** Hybrid
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IT Project Manager
Perth, Western Australia
PST.AG
Posted 7 days ago
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We are seeking a non-technical Project Manager and Organizational Leader to manage cross-functional IT projects and teams. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management methodologies, operational processes, and team leadership, with a focus on structured planning and accountability
About the candidate – Successful candidate must have the following:
1) Strong Management experience
2) Proven People Management and Organizational background
3) Assertive
4) Proactive
5) Expertise in Waterfall methodology
6) Must be amenable to work CEST
Key Responsibilities
Project Management
• Own and lead projects and operational initiatives end-to-end within the Operations, Support, and IT Administration domains.
• Apply classical (waterfall) project management methodologies, with clearly defined phases: conception, planning, execution, and closure.
• Create and manage project baselines including detailed work breakdown structures (WBS), Gantt charts, and specification documents.
• Monitor project progress rigorously using “Plan vs. Actual” analysis and proactively manage deviations.
• Identify and manage project risks, issues, and dependencies.
• Coordinate internal resources and third-party vendors for the flawless execution of projects.
• Implement structured change request processes for any scope, timeline, or budget adjustments post sign-off.
• Maintain high standards of documentation and ensure strict adherence to organizational processes and project standards throughout the lifecycle.
Organizational Leadership
• Provide organizational and disciplinary leadership to the operations/support/IT admin team.
• Manage team capacity, roles, and performance evaluations.
• Oversee team functions, ensuring consistent delivery of assigned tasks and alignment with business objectives.
• Understand employees’ roles and responsibilities well enough to support, guide, and optimize performance – without requiring hands-on technical execution.
• The person will concentrate on managing the tasks and workloads, keeping the IT personnel accountable for following internal SLA’s and deadlines etc. Process and Meeting Management
• Establish and maintain a clear and efficient meeting structure to manage team activities.
• Ensure high-quality meeting documentation, including decisions, next steps, and task allocations.
• Develop and maintain central tools such as checklists, taskboards and to-do lists to standardize and streamline team processes.
Required Skills:
Expertise in classical project management methodologies is essential, with a proven track record in:
• Waterfall and Hybrid project lifecycles.
• Detailed upfront planning using Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), Gantt charts, and Critical Path Method (CPM).
• Waterfall and Hybrid project lifecycles.
• Detailed upfront planning using Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), Gantt charts, and Critical Path Method (CPM).
• Formal project control techniques, including baseline management, Earned Value Management (EVM), and rigorous change control processes.
• Practical experience with open source project management suites (e.g., OpenProject, ProjectLibre) for creating project structure plans, detailed Gantt charts, and milestone tracking.
• Confident use of collaboration tools such as enterprise wikis (e.g., DokuWiki, BookStack) for central documentation and Mattermost for structured communication.
• Very good knowledge of visualizing processes and workflows with tools such as draw.io.
Professional Qualifications
1) Bachelor’s degree in one of the following or related fields: Business Administration, Management, Industrial Engineering, Information Systems, Operations Management, Project Management
2) 5 + years experience in Project management, including 3 + years in team/organizational leadership.
3) Proven experience in structured project management, especially in risk-based planning, resource allocation, and budgeting.
4) PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent project management certification is an advantage but not required.
5) Proven and demonstrable expertise in the core principles of classical project management (as outlined in the PMBOK Guide) is required
6) Strong capabilities in upfront planning, including scope definition, scheduling, and documentation.
7) Familiarity with IT-related topics is an advantage.
Personal Competencies:
• Excellent written communication and documentation skills.
• High level of logical reasoning and structured thinking.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to convey complex topics clearly and concisely.
• Reliable, organized, and accountable with a proactive and pragmatic leadership style.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders.
• Strategic thinking and a proactive mindset.
• Able to motivate and push the teams to reach expected outcomes.
• Comfortable presenting to executives and collaborating with other departments.
About the candidate – Successful candidate must have the following:
1) Strong Management experience
2) Proven People Management and Organizational background
3) Assertive
4) Proactive
5) Expertise in Waterfall methodology
6) Must be amenable to work CEST
Key Responsibilities
Project Management
• Own and lead projects and operational initiatives end-to-end within the Operations, Support, and IT Administration domains.
• Apply classical (waterfall) project management methodologies, with clearly defined phases: conception, planning, execution, and closure.
• Create and manage project baselines including detailed work breakdown structures (WBS), Gantt charts, and specification documents.
• Monitor project progress rigorously using “Plan vs. Actual” analysis and proactively manage deviations.
• Identify and manage project risks, issues, and dependencies.
• Coordinate internal resources and third-party vendors for the flawless execution of projects.
• Implement structured change request processes for any scope, timeline, or budget adjustments post sign-off.
• Maintain high standards of documentation and ensure strict adherence to organizational processes and project standards throughout the lifecycle.
Organizational Leadership
• Provide organizational and disciplinary leadership to the operations/support/IT admin team.
• Manage team capacity, roles, and performance evaluations.
• Oversee team functions, ensuring consistent delivery of assigned tasks and alignment with business objectives.
• Understand employees’ roles and responsibilities well enough to support, guide, and optimize performance – without requiring hands-on technical execution.
• The person will concentrate on managing the tasks and workloads, keeping the IT personnel accountable for following internal SLA’s and deadlines etc. Process and Meeting Management
• Establish and maintain a clear and efficient meeting structure to manage team activities.
• Ensure high-quality meeting documentation, including decisions, next steps, and task allocations.
• Develop and maintain central tools such as checklists, taskboards and to-do lists to standardize and streamline team processes.
Required Skills:
Expertise in classical project management methodologies is essential, with a proven track record in:
• Waterfall and Hybrid project lifecycles.
• Detailed upfront planning using Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), Gantt charts, and Critical Path Method (CPM).
• Waterfall and Hybrid project lifecycles.
• Detailed upfront planning using Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), Gantt charts, and Critical Path Method (CPM).
• Formal project control techniques, including baseline management, Earned Value Management (EVM), and rigorous change control processes.
• Practical experience with open source project management suites (e.g., OpenProject, ProjectLibre) for creating project structure plans, detailed Gantt charts, and milestone tracking.
• Confident use of collaboration tools such as enterprise wikis (e.g., DokuWiki, BookStack) for central documentation and Mattermost for structured communication.
• Very good knowledge of visualizing processes and workflows with tools such as draw.io.
Professional Qualifications
1) Bachelor’s degree in one of the following or related fields: Business Administration, Management, Industrial Engineering, Information Systems, Operations Management, Project Management
2) 5 + years experience in Project management, including 3 + years in team/organizational leadership.
3) Proven experience in structured project management, especially in risk-based planning, resource allocation, and budgeting.
4) PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent project management certification is an advantage but not required.
5) Proven and demonstrable expertise in the core principles of classical project management (as outlined in the PMBOK Guide) is required
6) Strong capabilities in upfront planning, including scope definition, scheduling, and documentation.
7) Familiarity with IT-related topics is an advantage.
Personal Competencies:
• Excellent written communication and documentation skills.
• High level of logical reasoning and structured thinking.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to convey complex topics clearly and concisely.
• Reliable, organized, and accountable with a proactive and pragmatic leadership style.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders.
• Strategic thinking and a proactive mindset.
• Able to motivate and push the teams to reach expected outcomes.
• Comfortable presenting to executives and collaborating with other departments.
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Program and Project Management - Expression of Interest
Perth, Western Australia
KBR
Posted 23 days ago
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Title:
Program and Project Management - Expression of Interest
At KBR - We do things that matter.
We deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 38,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in over 29 countries.
KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results. At KBR, We Deliver.
Think.KBR.com
KBR in Australia
With over 65 years working on some of Australia's largest and most complex projects, KBR has unmatched experience supporting the nation's critical infrastructure, energy transition and national security priorities. KBR has around 2,000 employees throughout Australia, who are focused on delivering innovative technology and engineering solutions for a safer, more secure and sustainable future.
Learn more about KBR in Australia
Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR
At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team's philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver - Together.
The Opportunity:
KBR is inviting Expressions of Interest (EOI) from highly skilled and experienced defence Program and Project Management professionals to support our Maritime Sustainment programs across Australia in support of the Royal Australian Navy.
As part of KBR, you will contribute to delivering innovative, safe, and sustainable solutions that shape the future of Maritime Sustainment.
All candidates will be required to hold and maintain an active Baseline Defence Security Clearance. Only candidates holding a Baseline Clearance or above should apply.
What we will offer you:
· A workplace culture certified as a Great Place To Work
· Flexible working
· Competitive salary (including annual reviews)
· Paid parental leave
· Income protection
· Corporate rewards
· Salary packaging/Novated leasing
· Employee stock purchase plans
· Flu shots, skin checks and discounted private health insurance
· Career development: Online learning, mentorship and career pathways
If you're ready to shape tomorrow, let's get started. Apply Now!
KBR acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and their continuing connections to land, sea, community and culture. We pay our respects to Elders past and present.
As a Major Service Provider of the Australian Defence Force, an AGSVA security clearance will be required and compliance to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). As such, our hiring decisions are based on the key requirements of each role and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and experiences.
#LI-AH1
Program and Project Management - Expression of Interest
At KBR - We do things that matter.
We deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 38,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in over 29 countries.
KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results. At KBR, We Deliver.
Think.KBR.com
KBR in Australia
With over 65 years working on some of Australia's largest and most complex projects, KBR has unmatched experience supporting the nation's critical infrastructure, energy transition and national security priorities. KBR has around 2,000 employees throughout Australia, who are focused on delivering innovative technology and engineering solutions for a safer, more secure and sustainable future.
Learn more about KBR in Australia
Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR
At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team's philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver - Together.
The Opportunity:
KBR is inviting Expressions of Interest (EOI) from highly skilled and experienced defence Program and Project Management professionals to support our Maritime Sustainment programs across Australia in support of the Royal Australian Navy.
As part of KBR, you will contribute to delivering innovative, safe, and sustainable solutions that shape the future of Maritime Sustainment.
All candidates will be required to hold and maintain an active Baseline Defence Security Clearance. Only candidates holding a Baseline Clearance or above should apply.
What we will offer you:
· A workplace culture certified as a Great Place To Work
· Flexible working
· Competitive salary (including annual reviews)
· Paid parental leave
· Income protection
· Corporate rewards
· Salary packaging/Novated leasing
· Employee stock purchase plans
· Flu shots, skin checks and discounted private health insurance
· Career development: Online learning, mentorship and career pathways
If you're ready to shape tomorrow, let's get started. Apply Now!
KBR acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and their continuing connections to land, sea, community and culture. We pay our respects to Elders past and present.
As a Major Service Provider of the Australian Defence Force, an AGSVA security clearance will be required and compliance to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). As such, our hiring decisions are based on the key requirements of each role and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and experiences.
#LI-AH1
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NextGen Academy - Perth Graduate Training Program - Project Management
Perth, Western Australia
Rocket Software
Posted 4 days ago
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**It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!**
**Job Description Summary:**
At Rocket Software we build world-class, enterprise-grade software for mainframe, cloud, and hybrid platforms. Rocket Software was founded in 1990, and today we are a global software development vendor, supporting over 12,500 companies and 750 partners worldwide. At Rocket Software we put people first in everything that we do, and our core values are Empathy, Humanity, Trust and Love.
Start your next big adventure with Rocket Software's NextGen Academy - a training and career development program designed for early-career Program Managers.
Demonstrating Rocket's core values of Empathy, Humanity, Trust, and Love in every interaction, the Assistant Project Manager builds trust with customers and internal teams while learning to navigate the complexities of software delivery, especially for Rocket's Enterprise, Foundation, and COBOL projects. This role is ideal for individuals eager to grow into full project ownership while contributing meaningfully to Rocket's mission of delivering exceptional customer experiences. The Assistant Project Manager must be able to effectively interact with a wide variety of people, from consultants, software engineers, application end users, sales, and senior leadership across Rocket, partner, and customer teams.
Successful applicants will join our NextGen Academy for a six-month training program. This is an extraordinary opportunity to obtain project management training while you get paid!
Throughout the six-month program, you'll receive structured technical training, and work on real-world projects, and be mentored by expert-level Project Managers. Upon successful completion of the program, you may be offered a full-time role in our Project Management Organization.
Our Perth NextGen Academy kicks off in February 2026. This is a full-time in-office opportunity at our new software development lab on the Swan River in Elizabeth Quay, Perth.
**What** **You'll** **Do:**
As an Assistant Project Manager, you will:
+ Support project coordination by helping track tasks, timelines, and milestones
+ Assist with planning by contributing to schedules and documentation under guidance
+ Join customer meetings to observe and learn how to manage delivery and communication
+ Collaborate with teams across engineering, consulting, and sales to keep projects moving
+ Help monitor risks and raise concerns when things go off track
+ Learn about Rocket's delivery approach and build your understanding of our products and customers
+ Contribute to reporting and help maintain visibility to project progress
+ Use project management tools to track tasks, milestones, and risks
+ Support small projects like upgrades or migrations as you grow in confidence.
+ Participate in continuous improvement by sharing ideas and feedback
**Who You Are:**
+ Permanent resident or citizen of Australia
+ Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance or other related fields
+ Recent graduate, or writing your final exams at the end of 2025
+ Curious, self-motivated, with a keen interest in Project Management
+ A collaborative team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills
+ Proficiency in MS Office Suite and project planning software packages
+ Excellent communication skills and strong organizational abilities
+ Ability to manage timelines and multi-task effectively
**Nice to Have (but not** **required):**
+ Demonstrated knowledge through university projects, internships, or volunteer experiences
+ Genuine curiosity about technology and how things work
**What We Offer:**
+ Academy experience and full-time training (38 hours a week) for 6 months
+ Competitive compensation for the full duration of the Academy training program
+ In-person, cohort-based learning and mentoring from industry experts
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Rocket Software Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Rocket Software Inc. is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
Rocket is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please call: or send an email to We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
_If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!_
Companies around the world trust Rocket to solve their most complex business challenges by powering their critical infrastructure, business processes, and data. We help extend the value of these assets, enabling our customers to embrace the potential of cloud and mobile computing, advanced analytics, and the innovations of tomorrow. From the clothes we wear to the cars we drive, Rocket solutions power the back-end systems that thousands of brands rely on every day.
At Rocket, software is about more than just code-it's about people. We are passionate problem-solvers, working to make a difference for others. Our foundation is built on empathy, humanity, trust, and love, and we strive to embody these core values in everything we do. Whether we're serving our customers, partners, or fellow Rocketeers, we are committed to treating everyone with the respect and care they deserve.
Founded in 1990, Rocket Software is headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts, and has 20 offices worldwide, bringing people and technology together to build a better future.
**Job Description Summary:**
At Rocket Software we build world-class, enterprise-grade software for mainframe, cloud, and hybrid platforms. Rocket Software was founded in 1990, and today we are a global software development vendor, supporting over 12,500 companies and 750 partners worldwide. At Rocket Software we put people first in everything that we do, and our core values are Empathy, Humanity, Trust and Love.
Start your next big adventure with Rocket Software's NextGen Academy - a training and career development program designed for early-career Program Managers.
Demonstrating Rocket's core values of Empathy, Humanity, Trust, and Love in every interaction, the Assistant Project Manager builds trust with customers and internal teams while learning to navigate the complexities of software delivery, especially for Rocket's Enterprise, Foundation, and COBOL projects. This role is ideal for individuals eager to grow into full project ownership while contributing meaningfully to Rocket's mission of delivering exceptional customer experiences. The Assistant Project Manager must be able to effectively interact with a wide variety of people, from consultants, software engineers, application end users, sales, and senior leadership across Rocket, partner, and customer teams.
Successful applicants will join our NextGen Academy for a six-month training program. This is an extraordinary opportunity to obtain project management training while you get paid!
Throughout the six-month program, you'll receive structured technical training, and work on real-world projects, and be mentored by expert-level Project Managers. Upon successful completion of the program, you may be offered a full-time role in our Project Management Organization.
Our Perth NextGen Academy kicks off in February 2026. This is a full-time in-office opportunity at our new software development lab on the Swan River in Elizabeth Quay, Perth.
**What** **You'll** **Do:**
As an Assistant Project Manager, you will:
+ Support project coordination by helping track tasks, timelines, and milestones
+ Assist with planning by contributing to schedules and documentation under guidance
+ Join customer meetings to observe and learn how to manage delivery and communication
+ Collaborate with teams across engineering, consulting, and sales to keep projects moving
+ Help monitor risks and raise concerns when things go off track
+ Learn about Rocket's delivery approach and build your understanding of our products and customers
+ Contribute to reporting and help maintain visibility to project progress
+ Use project management tools to track tasks, milestones, and risks
+ Support small projects like upgrades or migrations as you grow in confidence.
+ Participate in continuous improvement by sharing ideas and feedback
**Who You Are:**
+ Permanent resident or citizen of Australia
+ Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance or other related fields
+ Recent graduate, or writing your final exams at the end of 2025
+ Curious, self-motivated, with a keen interest in Project Management
+ A collaborative team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills
+ Proficiency in MS Office Suite and project planning software packages
+ Excellent communication skills and strong organizational abilities
+ Ability to manage timelines and multi-task effectively
**Nice to Have (but not** **required):**
+ Demonstrated knowledge through university projects, internships, or volunteer experiences
+ Genuine curiosity about technology and how things work
**What We Offer:**
+ Academy experience and full-time training (38 hours a week) for 6 months
+ Competitive compensation for the full duration of the Academy training program
+ In-person, cohort-based learning and mentoring from industry experts
.
Rocket Software Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Rocket Software Inc. is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
Rocket is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please call: or send an email to We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
_If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!_
Companies around the world trust Rocket to solve their most complex business challenges by powering their critical infrastructure, business processes, and data. We help extend the value of these assets, enabling our customers to embrace the potential of cloud and mobile computing, advanced analytics, and the innovations of tomorrow. From the clothes we wear to the cars we drive, Rocket solutions power the back-end systems that thousands of brands rely on every day.
At Rocket, software is about more than just code-it's about people. We are passionate problem-solvers, working to make a difference for others. Our foundation is built on empathy, humanity, trust, and love, and we strive to embody these core values in everything we do. Whether we're serving our customers, partners, or fellow Rocketeers, we are committed to treating everyone with the respect and care they deserve.
Founded in 1990, Rocket Software is headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts, and has 20 offices worldwide, bringing people and technology together to build a better future.
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Project Manager - Contractor Standing Capability
Munster, Western Australia
RTX Corporation
Posted 10 days ago
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**Date Posted:**
**Country:**
Australia
**Location:**
AUSSA121: Mawson Lakes SA, 1-11 Technology Drive, Mawson Lakes, SA, 5095, Australia
**Position Role Type:**
Unspecified
+ Location is flexible including Henderson WA, Cannon Hill QLD or Mawson Lakes SA.
+ Flexibility to focus on career, family, and lifestyle with opportunities to incorporate office/work from home split and a 9-day fortnight on offer.
+ The highly diverse electrical systems work offers fantastic travel opportunities with the Mission System located in Exmouth Western Australia, gateway to the world-class Ningaloo Reef.
Your mission starts here at Raytheon Australia!
Join our team of outstanding people with expertise across a wide variety of disciplines and position yourself at the forefront of tomorrow's capabilities.
In return, we will support you with access to best practice tools, systems and processes while continually investing in your growth by providing tailored learning and development opportunities.
Start your mission in a career filled with extraordinary opportunities
for learning, mentoring and professional development. We offer flexible work and career growth backed by global expertise and a supportive culture.
This is your opportunity to join a fast-moving company that works on interesting and unique projects to support Australia's defence mission and contribute to the critical outcomes of the Australian Defence Force.
Raytheon Australia is responsible for providing mission critical systems operations, engineering, maintenance and base support services for the Harold E. Holt Defence Precinct, located near Exmouth, Western Australia. This includes services for the maintenance, operation and upgrade of critical defence infrastructure including Very Low Frequency (VLF) Communications, Space Surveillance Telescope and C-Band Radar systems.
To support our mission, Raytheon is seeking a motivated Program Manager who is ready to lead a team of diverse, talented, and enthusiastic engineering professionals in the execution of Contractor Standing Capability (CSC) activities.
**Key Responsibilities**
+ The Project Manager is responsible for CSC projects and overall leadership of the CSC team.
+ Working closely with the Engineering Manager, the PM ensures safe, quality, technically compliant project outcomes are achieved within budgets and schedules.
+ Identification, assessment and management of project risks, issues, and opportunities.
+ Develops and maintains working relationships with internal and external customers, subcontractors, and suppliers.
+ Ensures accurate and timely reporting to internal and external stakeholders.
+ Actively manages subcontractor performance to ensure they provide contracted levels and quality of services.
+ Contributes to the identification of growth opportunities and development of proposals.
**Skills, Experience and Qualifications**
+ Demonstrated advanced to expert competencies in PMBOK, Prince2 or equivalent methodologies to plan and manage project portfolios.
+ Skilled in project management software, including use of Microsoft Project to manage integrated project schedules that have compounding interactions creating utilisation and other project delivery challenges.
+ Ability to plan monitor and control program performance, while managing project scope, issues, risks and opportunities to successfully deliver project outcomes.
+ Proven experience in complex program management involving complex lines of communication with customers and other stakeholders.
+ Demonstrated abilities in planning, estimating, managing and delivering Request for Tender (RFT) responses.
+ University Degree in relevant discipline, or equivalent experience.
+ Minimum of 8 years relevant project management experience.
+ Candidate must be eligible to obtain an Australian Defence Security Clearance. Eligibility can be found at with ability to satisfy ITAR material access compliance.
This is your opportunity to join the brightest minds in the nation working for the mission on leading-edge technology to deliver Australia's most significant defence capabilities.
If you are looking to contribute to the mission that matters, click apply now or contact us at .
_RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law._
**Privacy Policy and Terms:**
Click on this link ( to read the Policy and Terms
Raytheon Technologies is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.
**Country:**
Australia
**Location:**
AUSSA121: Mawson Lakes SA, 1-11 Technology Drive, Mawson Lakes, SA, 5095, Australia
**Position Role Type:**
Unspecified
+ Location is flexible including Henderson WA, Cannon Hill QLD or Mawson Lakes SA.
+ Flexibility to focus on career, family, and lifestyle with opportunities to incorporate office/work from home split and a 9-day fortnight on offer.
+ The highly diverse electrical systems work offers fantastic travel opportunities with the Mission System located in Exmouth Western Australia, gateway to the world-class Ningaloo Reef.
Your mission starts here at Raytheon Australia!
Join our team of outstanding people with expertise across a wide variety of disciplines and position yourself at the forefront of tomorrow's capabilities.
In return, we will support you with access to best practice tools, systems and processes while continually investing in your growth by providing tailored learning and development opportunities.
Start your mission in a career filled with extraordinary opportunities
for learning, mentoring and professional development. We offer flexible work and career growth backed by global expertise and a supportive culture.
This is your opportunity to join a fast-moving company that works on interesting and unique projects to support Australia's defence mission and contribute to the critical outcomes of the Australian Defence Force.
Raytheon Australia is responsible for providing mission critical systems operations, engineering, maintenance and base support services for the Harold E. Holt Defence Precinct, located near Exmouth, Western Australia. This includes services for the maintenance, operation and upgrade of critical defence infrastructure including Very Low Frequency (VLF) Communications, Space Surveillance Telescope and C-Band Radar systems.
To support our mission, Raytheon is seeking a motivated Program Manager who is ready to lead a team of diverse, talented, and enthusiastic engineering professionals in the execution of Contractor Standing Capability (CSC) activities.
**Key Responsibilities**
+ The Project Manager is responsible for CSC projects and overall leadership of the CSC team.
+ Working closely with the Engineering Manager, the PM ensures safe, quality, technically compliant project outcomes are achieved within budgets and schedules.
+ Identification, assessment and management of project risks, issues, and opportunities.
+ Develops and maintains working relationships with internal and external customers, subcontractors, and suppliers.
+ Ensures accurate and timely reporting to internal and external stakeholders.
+ Actively manages subcontractor performance to ensure they provide contracted levels and quality of services.
+ Contributes to the identification of growth opportunities and development of proposals.
**Skills, Experience and Qualifications**
+ Demonstrated advanced to expert competencies in PMBOK, Prince2 or equivalent methodologies to plan and manage project portfolios.
+ Skilled in project management software, including use of Microsoft Project to manage integrated project schedules that have compounding interactions creating utilisation and other project delivery challenges.
+ Ability to plan monitor and control program performance, while managing project scope, issues, risks and opportunities to successfully deliver project outcomes.
+ Proven experience in complex program management involving complex lines of communication with customers and other stakeholders.
+ Demonstrated abilities in planning, estimating, managing and delivering Request for Tender (RFT) responses.
+ University Degree in relevant discipline, or equivalent experience.
+ Minimum of 8 years relevant project management experience.
+ Candidate must be eligible to obtain an Australian Defence Security Clearance. Eligibility can be found at with ability to satisfy ITAR material access compliance.
This is your opportunity to join the brightest minds in the nation working for the mission on leading-edge technology to deliver Australia's most significant defence capabilities.
If you are looking to contribute to the mission that matters, click apply now or contact us at .
_RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law._
**Privacy Policy and Terms:**
Click on this link ( to read the Policy and Terms
Raytheon Technologies is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.
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