About Bureau Veritas Defence & Security
For over 70 years, Bureau Veritas has been serving Australia and New Zealand, helping clients manage risk, improve performance and deliver critical projects with confidence. Today, we employ 2,800+ people across 50 offices and laboratories throughout the Pacific, providing trusted expertise across industries including Defence, infrastructure, energy and buildings.Our Defence & Security team partners with Defence and industry to deliver complex programs and projects that support Australia's national security objectives. Bringing together experienced project management and consulting professionals, we provide flexible solutions across client sites, Bureau Veritas offices and remote environments. With projects spanning the country, our team offers exciting opportunities to contribute to meaningful Defence outcomes while building a long-term career within a global organisation.
The Opportunity
Bureau Veritas are growing our Defence sector capability and is hiring a Project Manager to support the Estate Works Program (EWP) as part of the Project Delivery Service (PDS) ten-year contract, based in Melbourne.
You’ll be part of a collaborative and high-performing team, delivering impactful infrastructure projects from planning through to completion. Joining our Defence team means working on meaningful projects that support strategic outcomes. You’ll collaborate with a supportive and experienced team, engage with a broad range of stakeholders, and play a key role in delivering high-impact projects from planning through to completion. Whether you're looking to step up or bring your senior expertise to the table, we have opportunities suited to various levels of experience.
Key Responsibilities
Project Manage infrastructure projects on behalf of our client through all lifecycle stages: initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure.
Ensure procurement activities comply with Commonwealth Procurement Rules.
Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships through proactive engagement.
Manage project documentation and reporting in line with Defence and Bureau Veritas standards.
Deliver projects on time and within budget, with a focus on risk management and continuous improvement.
Oversee handover/takeover (HOTO) processes and ensure timely project closeout.
Capture and share lessons learned to improve future project delivery.
About You
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g. Business, Engineering, Construction Management).
A current Baseline Security Clearance (or ability to maintain one).
Proven experience managing construction projects, ideally within the Defence or Government sector.
Familiarity with project management methodologies such as PMBOK, PRINCE2, or Agile.
Strong understanding of government procurement practices and compliance standards.
Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
How we care
We offer a competitive salary and an opportunity to advance your career in a leading global organisation, as well as:
Fantastic Training and Development opportunities
Discounted Health & Wellbeing Platform
Free access to our Employee Assistance Program supported by Lifework’s
Cultural leave to honour traditions and community
Discounted Health Insurance with Bupa
Access to Cliqit, an employee retail discounts portal
Superannuation Salary Sacrifice
A rewarding career
This role offers more than building a resume—it’s a chance to leave your mark. We offer you the opportunity to build your career and give you the recognition you deserve. Make an impact doing work you can be proud of at Bureau Veritas. Contribute to a global mission to enhance standards with integrity, and help us create a brighter future for our next generations, and a safer society for us all. The opportunity to work within a supportive close-knit team, learn new skills and gain training which could lead to the broader Bureau Veritas network for future career development.
Apply now to join Bureau Veritas and help us create a brighter future for our next generations, and a safer society for us all.
Bureau Veritas is an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply for roles at Bureau Veritas, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, Veterans (Defence experience is desirable) and people of all backgrounds. If you have any support or access requirements, we will partner with you and assist you through our recruitment process.