Project Manager

Join Vertical Scope Group’s (VSG) Professional Services Division in Adelaide as we are seeking a driven, highly skilled and competent NV1 (min) Project Manager to join our award-winning team in supporting our Defence and National Intelligence Community customers.

About you:

• Previous defence expereince
• Experience with stakeholder management
• Experience working with the acquisition department

About the role:

• Prepare project documentation and/or assist with the review and clearance process for project documentation including Mobilisation activities with the Australian Shipbuilder
• Support the SSN-AUKUS Acquisition Branch in workforce development initiatives with the Australian Shipbuilder and with the secondment and embedment of Australian Shipbuilder personnel
• Lead the drafting and coordination of briefs, submissions, and other written material for ASA senior leadership and Government/Cabinet
• Manage the end-to-end delivery of briefing products, from initial drafting through to final clearance
• Coordinate across ASA to gather input, align positions, and ensure a consistent, agreed message
• Turn complex or unclear issues into simple, well-structured, decision-ready advice;
• Manage timelines and competing priorities to ensure briefing outputs are delivered when required
• Respond to emerging and sensitive issues in a timely and considered way
• Work closely with senior stakeholders to shape key messages and positions
• Bring different areas together to resolve issues and support a clear, coordinated approach
• Track actions, clearances, and dependencies associated with briefing and governance processes
• Handle sensitive and classified matters with care and good judgement;
• Support governance meetings with briefing packs, talking points, and follow-up actions where needed
• Ensure all written work is clear, accurate, and meets a high standard
• Build strong working relationships across ASA and with external stakeholders;
• Contribute to improving how briefing and advice is coordinated and delivered across the programme
• Mentor and transfer knowledge to the APS project team within the SSN-AUKUS Acquisition Branch and
• Carry out other Project Management tasks as required, in line with the role

About Us:

As a 100% Australian owned and operated consultancy with a DISP Level 3 membership, we’ve built a reputation as a trusted, expert, and reputable partner delivering impactful ICT and Cyber solutions to the nation’s most important programs.

Multi-award winners including:

• RCSA 'Excellence in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging'
• RCSA ‘Excellence in Client Services’
• RCSA ‘Excellence in Social Purpose’

What We Offer Our People:

• Flexible work options (when available)
• Birthday leave & generous Defence leave
• Paid industry events & annual conference
• Upskilling with RTO partners + budget for certifications
• Additional super contributions
• Fortnightly payroll
• Access to diverse, secure, and exciting programs

Apply Now or Reach Out:

If you're passionate about using your expertise to support critical programs and want to be part of a team that truly values people — express your interest today.

Apply with your CV or contact us for a confidential conversation.

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Vertical Scope Group values diversity and encourages applications from veterans, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and individuals from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds