Project Manager

Jacobs are on the hunt for high-level Project Managers, with a background working in Defence based projects. Will consider ADL, BNE, MEL locations.

Tell me about this role:

We are looking for multiple NV1 or NV2 cleared Project Managers, to provide strategic direction to upcoming Defence based project work. The preferred location will be Canberra, but we will consider applicants from Adelaide, Brisbane or Melbourne.
These role offers uncapped training and development opportunities as well as other benefits including subsidised parking, flexible working and different leave arrangements including paid parental, study, reserve and volunteer leave.
What will I be doing day to day?

• Provide strategic high-level direction, quality control and subject matter expertise for the development of project requirements, Business Case, and guidance to other staff
• Manage schedules, risks, budgets and resources, preparation of briefings, submissions, reports and returns relating to the project progress
• Apply established technical, operational, professional and administrative activities, procedures, practices and project management methodologies
• Analyse and interpret project performance against agreed plans and develop and evaluate strategies to achieve project outcomes
• Prepare correspondence, briefs and reports as required including submissions and documents for higher delegate and committee consideration.
• Interpret and ensure compliance with legislative, policy and regulatory frameworks

What sort of skills do I need?

• Formal qualifications and competencies within Project Management
• Experience within a Defence project environment
• Knowledge and experience in Project Management policies
• Experience in strategic capability development and workforce
• Strong communication skills & process orientated with good attention to detail
• Australian citizenship and a minimum NV1 clearance required

What’s in it for me?

• Flexibility - We like our employees to have the flexibility they need to live the lives they choose. With flexible working options such as a 9 day fortnight and remote working options.
• Inclusion - We like our employees to feel safe bringing their whole self to work offering a number of programs promoting inclusion such as, Public Holiday swap and 40/40/20 our vision for a gender inclusive workplace.
• Benefits and Rewards – Jacobs have a competitive package of benefits and rewards including: Additional superannuation ; Flexible leave options; Salary continuation insurance; Stock purchase plan; Professional certification bonus; Corporate discount program.
• Exciting work – Jacobs are continually expanding our opportunities working on prominent defence projects across air, land and sea supporting the critical capabilities that keep Australia safe. Jacobs has a growing presence in Cyber, space and nuclear programs.

Why Jacobs?

Jacobs have a strong geographic foothold in Australia, with around 2500 people working across two lines of business – Critical Mission Solutions (CMS) and People & Place Solutions. Providing solutions in Project Management, Engineering, Commercial and ICT. People are our greatest asset and we value unique backgrounds, experience and perspectives. Without our people we would not be where we are today, we therefore value our team as members of an exceptional organisation offering a wide array of benefits that go far beyond expectations.
Apply today to becomes a member and experience the many benefits and rewards that help create a World where you can.


Recruitment selection for these positions will commence immediately. To apply for this role click “apply now” or for further information please contact Jeremy Parkinson, jeremy.parkinson@jacobs.com.