AddressQinetiQ 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 Principal Project Manager Engineering & Innovation (Maritime).The Principal Project Manager is responsible for responsible for a large body of work relating to Maritime Robotics and Autonomous Systems (RAS), undersea systems, payload and sensor integration and will utilise their experience in establishing key project management documents, processes and monthly reports.
Reporting to the Customer Project Lead, the Principal Project Manager will manage the execution and delivery of quality projects within the Defence Science & Technology domain, enhancing QinetiQ’s reputation as a trusted provider and partner. In terms of the detail for this key role, you will be responsible for but not limited to;
- Plan, coordinate and execute work packages involving multiple disciplines such as mechanical, electronics and software under an Agile delivery method.
- Plan weekly or fortnightly sprint reviews for software element of the project
- Support the Project Lead in planning and delivering key projects relating to Maritime RAS, enhancing QinetiQ’s reputation as a trusted provider and partner.
- Engage with internal and external stakeholders to define scope and establish key requirements for the related work package.
- Identify project risk areas and manage issue escalation.
- Manage, unblock, and accelerate cross-team projects spanning multiple functional teams and cross-functional initiatives.
- Sustain a high performance culture within the program area.
- Responsible for the achievement of budgeted revenue and contribution targets and provision of informed financial forecasts.
- Maintain regular communication with relevant members of business development (Growth function and E&I) to ensure an open information exchange environment about clients’ anticipated future needs that supports strategic campaign outcomes.
As an ideal applicant for this senior role, you will need:
- High level knowledge and skills in program and project management tools (Apollo/Microsoft Project and/or Atlassian Jira) and methodologies; extensive experience managing full project and program lifecycles in a complex environment.
- Leadership experience with the experience in contributing to the development of financial targets and subsequent achievement of those targets
- Programme and Technical (Engineering, Science, Technology) background with real world delivery
- Demonstrated leadership, stakeholder management and influencing skills and capability
- An outcomes focused approach to capability development and uplift through ongoing continuous improvement and delivering business transformation
- 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 be eligible for Australian Defence security clearance.
Whilst applications must be made online, confidential enquiries are welcome and may be directed to Joanne Burns via ******@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
QinetiQ conducts pre-employment screening, including but not limited to identity verification and police checks, for all preferred candidates.
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As the defence industry in Australia grows, it is an exciting time to join QinetiQ. What the company looks like today will be different to that of tomorrow as we navigate an ever changing world. To innovate for our customers' advantage we value the need for diversity of thought in everything we do. We provide a flexible and inclusive environment where our people can bring their whole selves to work, meaningfully contribute and have equal opportunity to succeed. We actively seek applications from people who come from diverse backgrounds and experiences. Aligned with our Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Reconciliation Action Plan, we also encourage applications from women, veterans and First Nations people.
QinetiQ conducts pre-employment screening, including but not limited to identity verification and police checks, for all preferred candidates.
