Senior Project Manager – Government & Defence Projects

About the role

Senior Project Managers are needed to lead the planning, delivery and governance of complex Government and Department of Defence projects in Canberra. The role offers a high degree of autonomy and accountability, ensuring outcomes align with organisational and client objectives while fostering collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.

Key responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and project leadership for large‑scale, high‑risk initiatives.
• Manage scope, schedule, cost, risk and stakeholder engagement throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure compliance with governance frameworks and secure facility requirements.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and maintain effective communication with senior ADF, APS and industry executives.

Required profile

• Australian citizenship and AGSVA Security Clearance.
• Proven experience delivering complex projects within Australian Government and/or Department of Defence environments.
• Strong analytical, organisational and problem‑solving capabilities.
• Ability to work onsite at secure facilities in the ACT.

Required skills

• Project management methodologies: PRINCE2, PMBOK, Agile.
• Relevant certifications: PMP, PRINCE2 Practitioner, AIPM accreditation.

What we offer

• Competitive salary package and permanent full‑time employment.
• Access to a wide range of opportunities through the PappsPM enterprise.
• Career progression and professional development programmes.
• Collaboration with a highly professional team.