Smiths Detection

threat detection and security screening

ProjectManager

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia CONTRACT
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for mid candidates.

The Brief

“Project Manager at Smiths Detection. Skills: Project Management, Cross-functional team leadership, Stakeholder management, Risk management, Budget management, Schedule management. Take full ownership of projects across the lifecycle of planning, execution, monitoring, and close‑out. Deliver projects on time and within budget by actively managing scope, schedule, cost, risks, and changes”

What You'll Achieve.

delivering results on time and within budget; Ensure projects meet Product Lifecycle (PLP) and commercial governance requirements; projects are delivered in line with contractual commitments

Industry & Context.

threat detection and security screening
Problems you'll solve

problem-solving skills; drive corrective actions

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Proven experience as a Project/Programme Manager in engineering, technology, or infrastructure environments, understanding of project controls including planning, scheduling, cost management, forecasting, and risk tracking, Experience working in cross-functional and matrix organisations, Familiarity with project methodologies such as Agile, Waterfall, or PRINCE2, Hands-on experience with project tools such as MS Project, Primavera, SAP, or similar systems, Ability to manage stakeholders effectively and influence outcomes across teams, communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills

Nice to Have

Degree in Engineering, Technology, Business, or related field, Professional PM certification (PMP/PRINCE2 or equivalent) is a plus, Experience in product development or customer-facing delivery is advantageous

What You'll Do.

Take full ownership of projects across the lifecycle of planning

Deliver projects on time and within budget by actively managing scope

Lead and coordinate cross‑functional teams (engineering

Ensure projects meet Product Lifecycle (PLP) and commercial governance requirements

including key gates and reviews

Develop and maintain core project artefacts such as WBS

Track performance against baselines

perform variance analysis

and drive corrective actions where needed

Act as the key point of contact for stakeholders and customers

managing expectations and ensuring clear communication

Support bid and tender activities

and commercial inputs where required

Manage external stakeholders and ensure projects are delivered in line with contractual commitments

Drive handover to operations

or manufacturing for smooth transition post-delivery

Promote project governance

disciplined execution

and continuous improvement practices

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Lead and coordinate cross‑functional teams (engineering, finance, supply chain, commercial, and delivery); Experience working in cross-functional and matrix organisations; Ability to manage stakeholders effectively and influence outcomes across teams; Act as the key point of contact for stakeholders and customers, managing expectations and ensuring clear communication; Manage external stakeholders

Communication Scope

communication; managing expectations; ensuring clear communication

Process & Methodology

end‑to‑end project delivery, project controls including planning, scheduling, cost management, forecasting, and risk tracking, project methodologies such as Agile, Waterfall, or PRINCE2, project artefacts such as WBS, schedules, RACI, risk logs, and project reports, Track performance against baselines, perform variance analysis, drive corrective actions, project governance, disciplined execution

Full Job Description

Every minute of every day, Smiths Detection’s threat detection and security screening technology helps to protect people and infrastructure, making the world a safer place. Smiths Detection, is a global leader in the development, manufacture and management of security and detection solutions designed to make the world a safer place. Our technology provides threat detection and screening solutions for customers in our key markets: aviation, ports and borders, defence, and urban security. Our expertise spans 21 global offices, seven manufacturing sites and five R&D centres, with a global network of 3,000 dedicated colleagues contributing towards over 40 years at the frontline of advances in safety and security. This results in careers built on variety and the opportunity to work on a range of state-of-the-art solutions, where you can develop your knowledge and experience every day. Job Purpose: We’re looking for an experienced Engineering Project Manager to take ownership of end‑to‑end project delivery across complex programmes and cross‑functional teams. This is a hands‑on, 12‑month contract role where you’ll be driving execution, ensuring strong governance, and delivering results on time and within budget. Duties & Responsibilities * Take full ownership of projects across the lifecycle of planning, execution, monitoring, and close‑out * Deliver projects on time and within budget by actively managing scope, schedule, cost, risks, and changes * Lead and coordinate cross‑functional teams (engineering, finance, supply chain, commercial, and delivery) * Ensure projects meet Product Lifecycle (PLP) and commercial governance requirements, including key gates and reviews * Develop and maintain core project artefacts such as WBS, schedules, RACI, risk logs, and project reports * Track performance against baselines, perform variance analysis, and drive corrective actions where needed * Act as the key point of contact for stakeholders and customers, managing expectations and e

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