Project Manager

Harrison McMillan is seeking a Project Manager (EL1) to work with a Federal Government Department in Canberra.

This role is responsible for managing one of the projects within the large, high value SouthPAN program that includes multiple technical and infrastructure projects and other complex stakeholder management, delivered across multiple organisations and countries. The project is currently in the establishment (acquisition) phase, and you will be responsible for the project management function, providing leadership and integration to improve outcomes during the entire lifecycle of program implementation and sustainment.

• apply professional project management skill and expertise to achieve complex project outcomes

• plan, execute, and deliver projects according to defined timelines, budgets, and quality standards

• develop detailed project plans, including scope, schedule, resource allocation, and risk management strategies

• monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies

• prepare and present regular status reports to senior management and stakeholders

• ensure compliance with organizational policies, standards, and governance frameworks

• build and sustain long-term working relationships with key stakeholders, including other teams, peers and colleagues

• undertake knowledge transfer to GA/LINZ project management team, including providing project management trainings

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Highly developed business and commercial acumen

• An inclusive and adaptive leadership style that values individual differences and diversity

• Demonstrated ability to communicate, influence and negotiate to project outcomes

• Familiarity with Project Management Frameworks, the Systems Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and systems engineering methodologies

• Minimum 7+ years of experience in project management, with a focus on large-scale or complex programs

• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid)

• Proven ability to manage schedules and project deliverables

• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g. MS Project)

• Experience in delivering Government programs

• Strong interpersonal skills

This is a 12-month contract starting in February 2026