Project Manager (Defence)
RCD Consulting Pty Ltd
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EOI – Project Manager (Defence)
(Location: Canberra – Candidate must be able to work on-site)
Who Are We?
We’re a veteran-owned, above-the-line consultancy providing a range of Defence-related skills including procurement & contract management, engineering, project management and cybersecurity. We’re an employee-focused company, and our team members come before the client or the bottom line. At RCD you dictate your career and your pace—we let you steer your own development and choose the projects you work on.
Benefits in Our Team
We offer permanent or casual employment options. As a permanent employee you’ll enjoy:
A guaranteed 40-hour work week—any additional hours you choose to work are returned as time-off-in-lieu or paid at your hourly rate
Focus on your core role—no staff supervision, no compulsory tender writing and no forced “team fun”
Influence over the roles and capabilities you work on
A $10,000 annual training allowance for professional development, certifications and courses
Generous bonus leave provisions (including three extra leave days each Christmas)
A completely flat organisational structure—everyone from new entrants to 40-year veterans are equal
Career and salary progression tied directly to your skills and achievements, not internal competition
For more information you can view our Candidate Handbook by copying and pasting this link into your browser:
https://view.genial.ly/63d430e9b57c6d00137008ea
Essential Requirements
To be eligible to work with us you must:
Be an Australian Citizen
Hold a minimum NV1 (Negative Vetting Level 1) security clearance
Be available to work in-person at Canberra Defence premises (no remote-only candidates)
Have separated from the Australian Defence Force (ADF) or Australian Public Service (APS) for at least 12 months
Have demonstrated experience in Defence project management environments (CASG, DDG or Service HQs)
Please note: Candidates who do not meet these criteria will not be considered.
Necessary Qualifications and Experience
Relevant project management qualifications such as PRINCE2, PMP (Project Management Professional), AgilePM, or Scrum
Familiarity with Defence capability development frameworks (e.g. One Defence Capability System)
Familiarity with Defence project documentation such as Business Cases, Project Execution Strategies, and Integrated Project Management Plans.
Proficiency with Defence systems such as MyProcurement, MS Project, (Project Performance Reporting Information Platform), or Predict! risk management
Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
Demonstrated experience supporting or delivering outcomes for Defence programs
Please note the standard of competence for these roles is high. If you do not have prior experience in Defence or complex project delivery environments, you will not be considered.
Common Responsibilities (these vary by seniority)
Coordinate project planning, governance activities, and milestone reporting
Draft and manage artefacts such as schedules, Business Cases, Joint Capability Needs Statements, and Project Execution Strategies
Track risks and issues using established tools such as Predict!, and maintain risk registers and project logs
Coordinate or contribute to the preparation of Gate submissions and Capability Management Boards
Lead with procurement activities, contract change proposals (CCPs), and contract deliverable tracking
Create and manage project schedules and budgets.
Contribute to project performance dashboards and status reporting in tools such as PPRIP or SAP
Support audit readiness and participate in Defence governance forums
Build and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders across CASG, industry, and Commonwealth project teams
How to Apply
Click “Apply” to submit your CV. We’ll review your experience and get in touch if we believe we can support you on your career journey and connect you with the right opportunities.
If you have any questions:
Email: support@rcdconsulting.com.au