Requisition Number: 28929
Required Travel: 26 - 50%
Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt
Anticipated Salary Range: $136,045.00 - $200,000.00
Security Clearance: Ability to Obtain
Level of Experience: Senior
Employee Referral Amount: $5,000.00
Defence giants HII has formed a ground-breaking joint venture to accelerate the development of critical capability for the once-in-a-generation AUKUS nuclear-powered submarine program. HII-Australia combines world-leading nuclear submarine and shipbuilding experience from Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
Our primary locations are
Canberra - ACT, Henderson - WA and Adelaide - SA, however roles are open to any Australian location.
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About you: Key ResponsibilitiesIdeally, you will have demonstrated extensive project management experience of any phase of nuclear facility and infrastructure delivery. You enjoy collaborating in a harmonious team environment with a passion for coaching, mentoring and skills development and exemplify a nuclear mindset.
What you need to have:- 8 years relevant progressive experience with Bachelors in related field; 6 years relevant progressive experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 12 years relevant progressive experience.
- Tertiary qualification in Business, Project Management, Construction management or equivalent on-the-job experience.
- Professional PM membership and/or certification.
- Extensive experience in Project Management.
- Experience in any of the following phases of nuclear services, or infrastructure delivery:
- Functional specification, concept design, preliminary or detail design.
- Procurement, construction, works testing and site installations
- Set to work / energisation.
- Inactive or active commissioning.
- Final handover and acceptance.
- Be willing to live and work overseas in Australia for between 3 months and 3 years, depending on the role.
- Ability to obtain an appropriate Australian Visa.
- Ability to hold and maintain a US-based Defence Security Clearance.
The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.
HII is more than a job - it's an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.
