Project Manager - Defence Estate Works Program

About the role

Bureau Veritas is growing its Defence sector capability and is hiring a Project Manager to support the Estate Works Program (EWP) as part of the Project Delivery Service (PDS) ten-year contract, based in Albury. The role sits within the Defence and Security business, which brings together project management professionals in a team structure suited to delivering multiple projects across the country. You will deliver infrastructure projects from planning through to completion, working with a supportive team and a broad range of stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

• Project manage infrastructure projects on behalf of the client through all lifecycle stages: initiation, planning, execution, monitoring and closure.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with Commonwealth Procurement Rules.
• Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships through proactive engagement.
• Manage project documentation and reporting in line with Defence and Bureau Veritas standards.
• Deliver projects on time and within budget, with a focus on risk management and continuous improvement.
• Oversee handover/takeover (HOTO) processes and ensure timely project closeout.
• Capture and share lessons learned to improve future project delivery.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Business, Engineering or Construction Management.
• A current Baseline Security Clearance (or ability to maintain one).
• Proven experience managing construction projects, ideally within the Defence or Government sector.
• Strong understanding of government procurement practices and compliance standards.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.

Required skills

• Familiarity with project management methodologies such as PMBOK, PRINCE2 or Agile.

What we offer

• Competitive salary and career advancement opportunities.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Discounted health insurance with Bupa and a discounted wellbeing platform.
• Free access to an Employee Assistance Program supported by Lifeworks.
• Cultural leave, access to an employee retail discounts portal (Cliqit) and superannuation salary sacrifice.