Assistant Project Manager

About Bureau Veritas:

Created in 1828, Bureau Veritas is a world leader in laboratory testing, inspection and certification services. We have a vital role in maintaining quality, safety and environmental standards of countless products, commodities, systems, buildings, infrastructure, and projects.

In every industry sector we play, Bureau Veritas acts as a trusted guardian of the quality, safety and environmental standards which protect our population and safeguard our communities. For over 70 years, Bureau Veritas has been serving the Pacific, including Australia and New Zealand. Today, our business 2,800+ employees and operates 50 offices and labs across the Pacific.

Defence & Security

Bureau Veritas’ Defence and Security business is designed to offer flexibility in service delivery, enabling operations from our offices, client locations, or remote settings as required. We bring together the best industry and project management professionals in a team structure tailored to Defence and suited to delivering multiple projects across the country.

The Opportunity  

Join our Defence and Security team as an Assistant Project Manager to support the construction delivery of a major redevelopment in Port Melbourne. Working under the guidance of an experienced Senior Project team, you will act as a key link between the Commonwealth and industry partners to ensure project transparency and governance. Your focus will be on monitoring on-site progress, managing risks, and reviewing performance to keep the project on schedule. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive professional to grow their skills in a supported environment while delivering critical infrastructure for the Commonwealth. This role is a 12 month fixed term role, with potential to extend dependent on project pipeline.

Key Responsibilities  

• Process Managing Contractor invoices and PMCA invoices
• Help prepare PCG packs, monthly review sheets, and other reporting documents
• Support all project finance activities - budgeting, forecasting, tracking spends, and updating registers
• Assist with contract administration, including variations, correspondence, and document control
• Keep project records organised and up to date
• Coordinate with consultants and contractors to gather information for reports and approvals
• Help monitor risks, schedules, and deliverables across the project
• Provide general support to me as the PMCA lead across day‑to‑day project tasks.

About You  

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g. Business, Engineering, Construction Management).
• Familiarity with project management methodologies such as PMBOK, PRINCE2, or Agile.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• A current Baseline or NV1 Security Clearance (or ability to maintain one).

How we care

We offer a competitive salary and an opportunity to advance your career in a leading global organisation, as well as: 

• We offer a competitive salary and an opportunity to advance your career in a leading global organisation, as well as:
• Fantastic Training and Development opportunities
• Discounted Health & Wellbeing Platform
• Free access to our Employee Assistance Program supported by Lifework’s
• Discounted Health Insurance with Bupa
• Access to Cliqit, an employee retail discounts portal
• Superannuation Salary Sacrifice

A rewarding career  

This role offers more than building a resume—it’s a chance to leave your mark. We offer you the opportunity to build your career and give you the recognition you deserve. Make an impact doing work you can be proud of at Bureau Veritas. Contribute to a global mission to enhance standards with integrity and help us create a brighter future for our next generations, and a safer society for us all. The opportunity to work within a supportive close-knit team, learn new skills and gain training which could lead to the broader Bureau Veritas network for future career development.

 Apply now to join Bureau Veritas and help us create a brighter future for our next generations, and a safer society for us all.  

Bureau Veritas is an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply for roles at Bureau Veritas, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, Veterans (Defence experience is desirable) and people of all backgrounds. If you have any support or access requirements, we will partner with you and assist you through our recruitment process.