Project Manager - Engineering (Centurion)

SUMMARY:
Interested candidates with a strong background in the engineering industry and a passion for delivering complex technology projects are encouraged to apply.

POSITION INFO:

A dynamic and growing R&D company specializing in electro-optical systems and machine learning technologies is currently seeking an experienced Project Manager to join its team on a full-time basis. The organization operates in a lively, casual office environment and focuses on the development and production of advanced technologies with applications in both civilian and security sectors, and select defence-related domains.

Primary Purpose of the Role:

The Project Manager will be responsible for planning, executing, and managing:

• Product and technical development projects
• Production projects related to these products and components
• Support and lifecycle projects associated with the company’s technologies

All project work must align with broader product development strategies.

Qualifications Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Engineering (required)
• Formal project management training or equivalent (required)
• Certification in Project Management or successful completion of a relevant course

Required Experience:

• 5–10 years of project management experience in an engineering environment (required)
• Proven track record of managing development projects in technology-driven sectors; experience in the military technology environment is a strong advantage
• Practical experience with project management methodologies including PMBOK (required), Prince2 and/or Agile (required)
• Experience using formal project management software and tools (required)
• Strong project planning, control techniques, and change management in complex environments (required)
• Experience leading diverse engineering and technical teams (required)
• Contract negotiation skills and understanding of total cost of ownership (preferred)
• Experience creating and managing Business Plans (preferred)
• Background in the aerospace industry is advantageous but not required

Key Responsibilities:

• Define, scope, and contract projects internally or externally
• Negotiate objectives, outcomes, deliverables, schedules, and costs with stakeholders
• Align projects with systems engineering requirements, technical risk mitigation, and testing strategies
• Manage project lifecycle across development, production, support, and decommissioning
• Create Business Plans and establish business metrics for success
• Ensure milestones are achieved within quality, time, cost, and risk parameters
• Manage internal development teams and external contractors
• Oversee procurement, SHE (Safety, Health, Environment), and facility resources for project delivery
• Maintain regular communication with stakeholders and project reporting on metrics, risks, and progress
• Facilitate acceptance testing and handover to production, ensuring complete documentation and specifications

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• A naturally assertive yet respectful leader
• Goal-oriented and able to balance time, cost, and quality effectively
• Self-driven, proactive, and risk-aware with strong problem-solving skills
• Excellent communicator with strong conflict resolution and stakeholder management skills
• Organized and methodical, yet adaptable to the demands of a dynamic R&D environment
• Enthusiastic and confident, with a professional demeanor
• Committed to ensuring project success through hands-on involvement