Project Manager in Sydney

As the Project Manager within our Defence & Security team, you will apply your experience and skills to plan, execute and deliver diverse and innovative projects supporting Australian customers.

You will lead collaboration activities with multiple stakeholders to facilitate and deliver outcomes across projects.

This will include but is not limited to, acquisition and engineering change proposals across a diverse technology stack within the air and maritime domains

• Description
• Autonomously manage the execution of one or multiple projects, from start to finish
• Manage the financial and operational resources necessary to meet contractual obligations of the project to ensure profitability
• Develop and execute the project management plan for projects
• Day-to-day collaboration with matrix team members
• Where applicable, participate in proposal writing for project management aspects
• Minimum Qualifications
• PMP Certification
• Expertise in analysing information, designing and developing new approaches, methodologies and processes
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
• Proven learning capability
• Ability to work in a Hybrid model (3 days in the office/site, 2 days of flexibility), working from the Homebush Office or Brisbane Office.
• Ability to obtain/maintain a Defence Security Clearance – must be an Australian Citizen!
• Preferred Qualifications
• Background in the defence industry is desirable
• Experience working with Microsoft Office suite, namely, Microsoft Projects

Benefits

• Opportunity to make a positive impact on Australian defence and security
• Exciting career paths in a truly global business
• Access to a generous ADF Reserve Service Policy
• Wellness subsidy
• Generous Parental Leave
• Employee Share Scheme
• Fitness Passport
• Insurance Cover

• ... and more!

Security requirements

As the Australian Department of Defence is a major client, you must be eligible to obtain a Defence Security Clearance to work in this role – please be mindful to obtain a clearance, one of the main requirements is you must be an Australian Citizen.

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• About CAE

At CAE, our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place.

For nearly 80 years, we've driven innovation in simulation, training, and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide.

By leveraging advanced technologies, we empower our customers to operate smarter, faster, and more sustainably.

Join a purpose-driven organization where bold ideas are encouraged, collaboration drives progress, and your growth fuels our shared success.

• Position Type
• Temporary (Fixed Term)
• Equal Opportunity & Accommodations

CAE is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants, regardless of race, nationality, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, veteran status, age, or other characteristics protected by law.

We encourage applicants who may not meet every qualification to apply.

Reasonable accommodations are available—contact your recruiter or email CAECarrieres-Careers@cae. com if needed.

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CAE thanks all applicants for their interest.

However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.