Project Manager (Mgr Project Management 3)
HIIAbout the role
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
This opportunity resides with Global Security (GS). Mission Technologies’ Global Security (GS) group comprises live, virtual, constructive (LVC) solutions; fleet sustainment; nuclear and environmental; and Australia business.
As a trusted partner to our military customers, HII designs, develops and operates the largest LVC enterprise that prepares warfighters for cross-domain battle. With advanced technologies to enable mission readiness, HII understands that preparation requires full coordination—not readiness in piece-parts.
For more than 40 years, the U.S. Navy has entrusted HII to maintain and modernize the vast majority of its fleet. With a holistic approach to life-cycle maritime defense systems—from small watercraft to submarines, surface combatants and aircraft carriers—HII ensures a high state of readiness.
HII supports the Department of Energy’s national security mission through the management and operation of its sites, as well as the safe cleanup of legacy waste across the country. HII meets clients’ toughest nuclear and environmental challenges.
Leadership Mindset at HII – Mission Technologies
Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every team member contributes to our mission and culture:
- Know & Grow Your People – Commit to learning and supporting team success.
- Build Relationships – Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust.
- Take Ownership – Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work.
- Customer First – Focus on the mission and those we serve.
- Shape the Future – Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement.
- Act with Urgency – Take initiative and follow through with purpose.
These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies.
Who we are
HII Australia - Experienced Project Management Professionals
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- Once-in-a-generation opportunity to accelerate Australia’s nuclear-powered submarine capability
- International Mobility opportunities – US to Australia (various locations)
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 Responsibilities
Ideally, 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-
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