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Project Manager

Location Canberra, Australian Capital Territory Category Logistics & Government Services Job Type Full time Job Id R2107608 Posted Date 06/13/2025
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Title:

Project Manager

We are a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers and dreamers who all share one goal — to improve the world.  

We deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 37,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in over 30 countries.   

For 65 years, KBR and its heritage companies are proud to have delivered some of Australia’s largest and most complex projects. 

With around 2,000 employees in 6 primary offices throughout Australia, we are committed to social and environmental sustainability and delivering projects with a digital mindset driving innovation within our business and for our customers. 

We help ensure mission success on land, in the air, at sea, in space and cyberspace for our defence customers. 

From individual technologies and services to comprehensive project delivery and mission execution, no other company can match the breadth and depth of KBR. 

Learn more about our business here.

The Opportunity:

We’re hiring a Project Manager to support the delivery of LAND 4140 – a high-impact Defence program designed to uplift and secure the Land Command, Control, Communications, and Computers (C4) Capability System. As a Project Manager, you’ll directly support the Project Director, lead project documentation and governance, and work closely with Army HQ and Defence stakeholders to ensure successful delivery across the Joint Land Force.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop & maintain project documentation (e.g. PMP, Risk Plans, Sustainment Agreements)
  • Contribute to business cases, risk reduction, commercial and assurance activities
  • Coordinate with stakeholders across Defence and industry
  • Provide support to Fundamental Inputs to Capability (FIC) activities
  • Ensure alignment with the One Defence Capability System

As the ideal candidate you will bring:

  • Experience drafting detailed briefs, plans, tenders and committee submissions
  • Ability to manage complex projects and coordinate integrated teams
  • Demonstrated stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills
  • Strong understanding of Defence’s One Capability System
  • NV1 clearance or above
  • Relevant tertiary qualifications or industry experience
  • (Desirable) AIPM membership or formal project management certification (PMBOK, PMMv2)

All candidates will be required to hold and maintain an active NV1Defence Security Clearance.

Only candidates holding a NV1Clearance 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!

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. 

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