Mott Macdonald
A global engineering, management, and development consultancy delivering innovative solutions.
Expression of Interest: Defence Project Manager - ACT
Manage Defence Estate Works projects in ACT, delivering on schedule, budget and quality
Job Highlights
About the Role
• Deliver EWP projects on schedule, within budget, and to high quality standards in a Defence environment. • Foster collaboration across internal project teams and industry delivery partners. • Proactively manage issues, drive decision making, and lead resolution pathways. • Evaluate and mitigate risks for Defence clients. • Manage and support technical and quality assurance activities related to design and safety analysis of Defence infrastructure. • Provide mentorship to staff developing knowledge and experience in major infrastructure projects. • Undertake overnight travel to project locations as required.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸project delivery
- ▸risk management
- ▸quality assurance
- ▸design analysis
- ▸team collaboration
- ▸mentorship
What You Bring
• Lead project delivery experience in building services, infrastructure, refurbishment, civil or maritime, preferably with Defence experience. • Relevant tertiary qualifications in project management or engineering disciplines (desirable). • Australian citizenship and ability to obtain a baseline security clearance.
Requirements
- ▸project delivery
- ▸defence
- ▸project management
- ▸engineering
- ▸australian citizenship
- ▸security clearance
Benefits
We employ brilliant people who combine diverse skills and experiences to achieve brilliant outcomes. Whether you want to specialise or broaden your experience, you’ll be supported by global specialists eager to share their expertise. With numerous opportunities to learn and grow, the possibilities are as diverse as our people. Working as a connected global team, we deliver impactful projects that shape the future. Mott MacDonald celebrates diversity and inclusion, offering a supportive environment that values work‑life balance, equity and belonging. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, including First Nations peoples, people with disabilities, LGBTQIA+ community members, and those with neuro‑diversity or intersecting identities. Our benefits package includes an agile working environment that supports flexible work, comprehensive insurance coverage, employee resource groups such as the Inclusive Network for Women, annual health checks, ongoing professional development, and novated lease options for electric vehicles. We endorse part‑time and job‑share opportunities and encourage current and former Australian Defence Force personnel to apply. • Agile working environment supporting flexible work. • Life, personal accident, and salary continuance insurance. • Annual health checks and ongoing professional development. • Novated lease options for electric vehicles.
Work Environment
Onsite