" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eDesign Project Manager\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"24638\"\u003e Engineering \u0026amp; Design \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"24640\"\u003e Perth \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"24641\"\u003e Permanent / Full Time \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 9/11/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eLocal team, global backing\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eKey position with long-term opportunities\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupportive team environment\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout us:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e WGA, an AtkinsR\u0026eacute;alis Company, is a multidisciplinary engineering and project management consultancy delivering complex infrastructure projects across Australia and New Zealand. Combining deep local knowledge with global capability, we connect our clients to an extensive network of engineering specialists, innovative solutions, and industry-leading expertise across the transportation, water, power and renewables, ports and marine, defence, resources, and industrial sectors.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e With a team of over 800 people, WGA provides a rich, diverse, and empowered workplace and offers you a chance to work alongside some of the best in the business. We offer a collaborative work environment that promotes mutual learning, respect, dignity, cultural openness, and an appreciation for diverse perspectives and backgrounds.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e At WGA, you\u0027ll find inspiring career pathways, opportunities to learn from technical specialists, and the support to grow professionally and personally. We offer a range of employee benefits, including industry-leading parental leave, flexible working arrangements, work-from-home opportunities, and learning and development programs designed to help you succeed.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThe role\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e As Design Manager, you will take a leading role in the successful delivery of multidisciplinary engineering projects within the Defence sector. Working closely with our clients, project teams and specialist partners, you will provide the coordination and leadership required to take projects from scope definition through design and delivery.\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat you\u0027ll be responsible for\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eProvide overall leadership and coordination of multidisciplinary design teams delivering Defence infrastructure projects.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLead the design management process, bringing together technical disciplines, project requirements and stakeholder expectations to achieve practical and well-coordinated outcomes.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDirect and coordinate internal engineering resources, specialist consultants and other project partners throughout the design lifecycle.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDevelop strong working relationships with clients and key stakeholders, acting as a trusted point of contact throughout project delivery.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOversee a portfolio of projects at different stages of development, balancing competing priorities across programme, budget, risk and technical requirements.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLead the development and review of project scopes, design documentation, technical reports and other key project deliverables.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIdentify and manage design interfaces, risks, changes and emerging issues to support successful project outcomes.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eContribute to the continued development of our Defence capability, including improvements to design management processes, project delivery and technical quality.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat you\u0027ll bring\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e We are looking for someone with a strong background in engineering design and project delivery who can provide leadership across complex, multidisciplinary projects. Ideally, you will bring:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eDemonstrated experience delivering infrastructure projects within Defence or another technically complex and highly governed environment.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProven experience leading the design process in a Design Manager, Project Manager, Design Lead or similar role.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams and maintain alignment between technical, commercial and programme objectives.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong client and stakeholder engagement skills, with a track record of developing productive, long-term professional relationships.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience managing several projects or workstreams concurrently, including competing technical requirements, budgets, programmes and priorities.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong capability in defining scopes and reviewing technical reports, design documentation and project deliverables.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA proactive approach to design risk, constructability, interfaces and the resolution of technical issues.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA commitment to high-quality engineering outcomes, professional development and continuous improvement.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe ability to obtain and maintain an \u003cstrong\u003eAGSVA Baseline Security Clearance or higher\u003c/strong\u003e, including satisfying the relevant Australian Government security vetting and National Police Check requirements.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAustralian Citizenship\u003c/strong\u003e, due to the security requirements associated with Defence projects. Candidates who are Australian Permanent Residents and are in the final stages of obtaining citizenship, such as awaiting their citizenship ceremony, may also be considered.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout working with us:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e At WGA, we believe a diverse workplace fosters unique and progressive ideas and drives our culture of learning and knowledge sharing. We welcome applications from all candidates from all backgrounds. Join us and advance your career while enjoying the unique benefits and opportunities that come with being part of a local team with global reach.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eWGA is a Work180 endorsed workplace for women, find out more at\u0026nbsp;WGA | WORK180 Endorsed Employer \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"925088\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "