Job description
Join Vertical Scope Group’s (VSG) Professional Services Division in Canberra as we are seeking a driven, highly skilled and competent TS PV cleared, Senior Project Manager to join our award-winning team in supporting our Defence and National Intelligence Community customers.
About You:
Sound understanding of the Defence organisation and processes.
Proficiency in Microsoft Project or other project management applications.
Demonstrated experience in management of complex tasks in defined timeframes.
About the Role:
Manage all aspects of project related activities to ensure the overall program is aligned to and directly support the achievement of Defence’s Strategic Objectives.
Have and maintain an understanding of interdependencies between technology, operations and business needs to successfully deliver project outcomes.
Develop and manage all aspects of project and program engagement from planning, external vendor relationships, communications, resources, budget, change, risks and issues.
Set and continually manage project and program expectations while delegating and managing deliverables with team members and stakeholders.
Monitor, track and control outcomes to resolve issues, conflicts, dependencies and critical path deliverables.
Review technical documentation to verify the technical accuracy of all procedural steps included in the document.
Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation and presentations to various audiences, including Senior Defence Executives, Project Director, project team members and key stakeholders.
Set and manage risk management through the delivery of the project to identify, analyse, evaluate, treat and review the risks and issues associated with delivering the requirement. Proactively engage with stakeholders in relation to risks and issues management.
Take full responsibility for ensuring project activities are proceeding according to scope, schedule, budget and quality standards.
Develop and maintain effective business relationships in order to successfully deliver project outcomes.
Set and manage project planning artefacts in accordance with the Intelligence Infrastructure record keeping policy and methods and ensure their continued suitability to define, control and manage all work associated with a project
About Us:
Why Join Vertical Scope Group?
As a 100% Australian owned and operated consultancy with a DISP Level 3 membership, we’ve built a reputation as a trusted, expert, and reputable partner delivering impactful ICT and Cyber solutions to the nation’s most important programs.
Multi-award winners including:
RCSA 'Excellence in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging'
RCSA ‘Excellence in Client Services’
Prime Minister’s Veteran Employment Awards
RCSA ‘Excellence in Social Purpose’
What We Offer Our People:
Flexible work options (when available)
Birthday leave & generous Defence leave
Paid industry events & annual conference
Upskilling with RTO partners + budget for certifications
Additional super contributions
Fortnightly payroll
Access to diverse, secure, and exciting programs
Apply Now or Reach Out:
If you're passionate about using your expertise to support critical national programs and want to be part of a team that truly values people — express your interest today.
Apply with your CV or contact us for a confidential conversation.
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Vertical Scope Group values diversity and encourages applications from veterans, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and individuals from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.