Defence Project Manager

About the role

KBR is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead planning, coordination and delivery activities for the Guided Weapons and Explosive Ordnance (GWEO) Enterprise, specifically the Rocket Motor Manufacturing (RMM) Program. The role supports the establishment of sovereign defence capability and will be based in Melbourne or Canberra.

Key responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of development activities, including studies for the Rocket Motor Manufacturing project.
• Develop project plans, schedules, deliverables and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate and lead project meetings, working groups, workshops and stakeholder engagements.
• Represent the project with Defence stakeholders through meetings, workshops and briefings.
• Lead risk review workshops, maintain risk and issues registers and provide regular reporting updates.
• Support the development of Business Cases, Cabinet Submissions, Briefs and Statements of Work.
• Draft, review and refine high‑quality project documentation to support Defence decision‑making.
• Conduct governance and reporting activities for senior decision makers.

Required profile

• Demonstrated experience managing complex projects within Defence, government, engineering or highly regulated environments.
• Experience supporting capability development, acquisition or major project delivery activities.
• Strong project management skills including planning, stakeholder engagement, risk management and governance reporting.
• Experience developing Cabinet submissions, business cases, briefs and executive documentation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage senior stakeholders.
• Minimum AGSVA NV1 Security Clearance and Australian citizenship.

What we offer

• Great Place to Work certified culture with flexible working.
• Competitive salary with annual reviews.
• Paid parental leave, income protection and corporate rewards.
• Salary packaging/Novated leasing and employee stock purchase plans.
• Health benefits including flu shots, skin checks and discounted private health insurance.
• Career development through online learning, mentorship and clear career pathways.