Project Manager

We are partnering with a highly respected organisation in Southern Sydney operating within a highly regulated, safety-critical, scientific and engineering environment to recruit an experienced Project Manager.

This is a rare opportunity to contribute to nationally significant research programs, leading large-scale, multidisciplinary projects from concept through to commissioning in a technically advanced setting.

You will join an organisation at the forefront of innovation, supporting world-class scientists, engineers, and researchers.

Benefits:

• Deliver high-impact, nationally significant research projects
• Development, mentoring and training opportunities
• Work within a unique, highly regulated technical environment
• Collaborate with leading experts in science, engineering, and research
• Onsite benefits include café, free parking, and a high-quality childcare facility

Your Duties and Responsibilities:

• End-to-end delivery of multiple concurrent, high-value CAPEX projects across scope, cost, schedule, and quality and compliance
• Leading and coordinating multidisciplinary project teams
• Developing and maintaining detailed project plans, schedules, and reporting frameworks
• Managing risk, governance, compliance, and safety obligations
• Providing clear and concise reporting to senior stakeholders
• Ensuring adherence to stringent regulatory and operational standards

About You

We are seeking a high-performing, detail-oriented Project Manager with proven experience delivering complex projects in highly regulated environments.

Mandatory Requirements:

• Australian Citizenship is essential
• Ability and willingness to obtain and maintain a National Security Clearance
• Tertiary qualification in engineering, science, or a related discipline
• Formal Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Proven experience delivering large-scale, multidisciplinary projects
• Strong capability in risk management, governance, and compliance frameworks
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and technical communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and complex interdependencies simultaneously

Desirable:

• Demonstrated experience and knowledge of PMBOK framework
• Experience in regulated environments (e.g. TGA, ARPANSA or similar) highly regarded
• Experience overseeing project initiatives across science, engineering, research and natural resources

If you are interested, and an Australian Citizen, apply now to be considered.

At Horner we recognise the value of a diverse workforce and the creation of inclusive workforce cultures. We actively encourage applications from any background.

We provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability - please email adjustments@horner.com.au if you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process. Please note that applications or resumes sent to this email address will not be accepted or responded to.

Consultant

grace.webster@horner.com.au

Reference number: 200049696
Profession:EngineeringProject Management

Company: Horner Recruitment
Date posted: 29th Sep, 2026