Project Manager – ICT Delivery | Federal Contract (Multiple Roles)

Project Manager (Multiple Roles)

Australian citizenship required. No PR or Work Visa holders. Must have an active Baseline (or higher) security clearance.

What to Submit

1. A tailored resume in docx format

2. A one page (5000 character) summary response to the selection criteria below.

RFQ Details

• RFQ ID: LH-06079

• Agency: Department of Industry, Science and Resources

• Closing Date: Friday, 24 April 2026 – 11:59pm (Canberra time)

• Estimated Start Date: Wednesday, 01 July 2026

• Initial Contract Duration: 12 months

• Extension Term: 12 months

• Number of Extensions: 2

• Experience Level: Manager – EL1 equivalent

• Security Clearance: Must have an active Baseline (or higher) security clearance

• Location of Work: ACT

• Working Arrangements: Onsite. Remote working arrangements may be considered on a case-by-case basis in consultation with the supervising manager, subject to business needs.

• Maximum Hours: 40 hours per week

Job Details

The Department of Industry, Science and Resources supports the Australian Government's economic agenda through innovation, science and technology, and industry development. The CIO Division provides enabling services and operations delivery and is seeking experienced Project Managers to support major ICT projects across the Division.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including business partners, cross-agency collaborations and service providers

• Research, plan, implement, monitor and evaluate project or program initiatives

• Negotiate and engage with stakeholders to ensure effective communication, coordination and collaboration

• Identify and resolve project-related issues and challenges

• Provide management, coordination, governance and assurance of complex projects

• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams in an agile environment

• Represent the team in governance meetings and provide clear reporting on project status and risks

• Oversee project resources to ensure high performance and delivery outcomes

• Use project management tools across risk, quality, financials, procurement, and delivery governance

Selection Criteria

The buyer has specified that each candidate must provide a one page pitch to address all criteria specified. This is equal to 5000 characters.

Essential criteria

1. A minimum of 5 years' experience leading complex ICT projects and programs in Federal Government.

2. Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including business partners, cross-agency collaborations and service providers.

3. Experience with/ and application of project management frameworks and methodologies including waterfall and Hybrid Agile.

4. Ability to communicate and negotiate effectively with a range of stakeholders, including Departmental Executive.