It Project Manager

locations Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia time type Full time posted on Posted 17 Days Ago job requisition id R2085804 Title:IT Project Manager Title:IT Project ManagerYour KBR future - delivering solutions and changing the worldAbout KBR:We are a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers and dreamers who all share one goal — to improve the delivers science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 34,000 people performing diverse, complex, and mission-critical roles in 33 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 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 comprises a diverse team who provide a broad spectrum of capabilities across Australia and the Asia Pacific. Our proven project teams readily address complex and multi-disciplinary activities, providing low-risk and cost-effective solutions to the defence force.Learn more about our business here . The Opportunity: The IT Project Manager is responsible for the technical and business aspects of KBR IT related projects, including staffing, budgeting, planning, risk management and administrative tasks. KBR clients have an increasing reliance on IT products and services, often supporting concurrent solutions pertaining to the land, maritime, air, space and cyber domains. The IT Project Manager will engage with existing clients, senior management, staff, and other stakeholders to ensure that in-flight KBR projects are completed on time and on budget. The IT Project Manager will be expected to have a working knowledge of defence IT systems, including classified products in services in use within both strategic and deployed environments.Additionally, the IT Project Managed will be expected to support KBR interests in the development of new business opportunities across existing projects. This includes representing KBR at key forums within the project pertaining to both delivery of existing services, and prospective new work. The IT Project Manager will work closely with the leadership within the Mission IT and Security Solutions reporting directly to the Program Manager of Strategic Systems to ensure that customers' requirements are understood by KBR and engage with prospective customers to support growth role requires a high degree of autonomy and a collaborative approach to working in a team to develop solutions that will ultimately promote growth and capability development in the Mission IT and Security Solutions line of business.ResponsibilitiesThe key responsibilities of the role will include, but are not limited to:Manage and maintain existing client relationships, including the continued delivery of existing projectsConstruct project plans with agreed milestones, scope and budget with the client where new work is agreedRecognise and mitigate risks and issues within the project, including task dependenciesLiaising with strategy and delivery teams to determine solution execution and implementation approaches, risks and mitigationsIdentify opportunities for process enhancements and efficiencies, leveraging lessons learned for future initiativesCollaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, procurement, operations, and quality assurance, to ensure seamless execution and integration of program componentsProvide updates to stakeholders on solution/product development processes, costs and budgetsAssess the business impact of technical and policy choices when making recommendationsDraft and contribute to all Commonwealth required document deliverables such as Support Services Management Plan, Performance Measurement Reports and the Program Execution planQualifications, Skills and ExperienceEssential:5+ years of progressive experience in defence project management, with a proven track record of successfully delivering complex projectsDeep understanding of defence systems, technologies, and industry regulations; familiarity with government contracts and acquisition processesStrong leadership and team management abilities, with experience in guiding multidisciplinary teams toward common goalsExcellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical information to diverse audiencesNV1 Security clearance (with the ability to upgrade to NV2 if required)Desirable:Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field; advanced degree preferred but not essentialStrong problem-solving and analytical skills, capable of making data-driven decisions in complex and dynamic environmentsPMP (Project Management Professional) or relevant certifications in program management are desirableSound knowledge of defence operations Benefits of KBR A workplace culture certified as a Great Place To Work (Aus, India, UK & US)Flexible working conditionsCompetitive salary (including annual reviews)Paid Parental leavePaid Reservist leaveIncome protectionCorporate rewardsSalary packaging/Novated leasingDiscounted employee stock purchase plansFlu shots, skin checks and private health insurance discountsCareer development: Online learning, mentorship and career pathways If you're ready to shape tomorrow, let's get started. Apply Now! KBR acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and their continuing connections to land, sea, community and culture. We pay our respects to Elders past and present. KBR is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an inclusive and diverse work environment. We encourage candidates of all abilities to apply. 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. #LI-JAW1 locations Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia locations Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia time type Full time posted on Posted 17 Days Ago About UsKBR — Delivering Solutions, Changing the brings together the best and brightest to deliver science, technology and engineering solutions that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most critical missions and everything we do, we are guided by our ONE KBR Values:We Value Our People - We create diverse, inclusive environments in which each person can feel safe, respected and valued, and where everyone has opportunities to grow and reach their full Deliver - We are uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high-quality, technology-led solutions for our customers and exceptional, sustainable value for all our Are People of Integrity - We value honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity. 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Not only are we committed to operating safely, sustainably and equitably, but we are also committed to using our capabilities and expertise to help our customers accomplish their sustainability goals.Worldwide, KBR employs a diverse workforce approximately 29,000 people strong, with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in 40 KBR, We Deliver.Fraud has infiltrated the job placement market via the internet, email and direct phone contact. Attempts have included unauthorized use of KBR's name and logo to solicit potential job seekers or to extend false job offers. Bad actors may mix in fake job advertisements with legitimate postings. These ads can include contact instructions and require job seekers to send sensitive personal information or money to pay for visa applications, processing fees, etc., in exchange for consideration for a high-paying will never ask for any sort of advance payment as part of the recruiting/hiring process. 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