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Some of the key benefits for the position and employment at Programmed, include:
Competitive pay : Attractive salary with annual performance and remuneration review program + Company supplied vehicle.
Meaningful project work: Opportunity to deliver high-profile Defence projects within a secure, growing sector, working on critical infrastructure that supports essential operations.
At Programmed Electrical Technologies, we deliver critical electrical and communications solutions across complex, secure environments. We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to support delivery across a well-established and strategically important Defence program.
This is a growth role within an expanding portfolio, offering the opportunity to deliver projects that directly support essential operations across multiple sites. You’ll work closely with Defence stakeholders, take ownership of end-to-end delivery, and play a key role in driving outcomes.
Based out of our Collingwood office, this is a hands-on position where you’ll lead from the front, manage key relationships, and contribute to the ongoing growth of our Defence capability. You’ll also play a key role in mentoring junior team members while supporting the continued growth of the Defence portfolio.
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You are an experienced Project Manager with a strong technical foundation in electrical or communications, comfortable working in structured, high-accountability environments. You’re confident taking ownership, leading teams on the ground, and delivering projects from concept through to completion.
You will bring:
Proven experience as a Project Manager delivering electrical and/or communications projects
A Grade Electrical License, with the ability to understand and support delivery on site
Practical experience with estimating, quoting, and managing technical project delivery
Strong commercial awareness, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control
Experience managing multiple concurrent projects across varying complexity
Demonstrated leadership capability, with experience mentoring and guiding technicians or trades-based teams
Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to build trusted relationships
Excellent organisational and problem-solving ability, with a calm approach under pressure
Australian Citizenship (mandatory) and the ability to obtain Defence security clearance
Australian Citizenship
Hands-on background in electrical and/or communications
Demonstrated experience delivering projects in a Project Manager capacity within similar environments
Ability to pass Defence-related background checks, including Police clearance (NV1 clearance highly regarded, but can be supported for the right candidate)
Programmed Electrical Technologies is one of the leading providers of audio visual, communications and electrical services, providing customers with a complete end-to-end solution across a multitude of industries. Working with Programmed Electrical Technologies means you will become part of the Programmed family: a company that encourages career development, supports flexibility and cares about your personal wellbeing and safety.
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