Project Manager (Product Development)

Would you like to be a part of a company that builds products to help save lives? Look no further! 

At GME we have in-house capabilities to design, innovate and manufacture UHF CB Radios and Emergency Beacon products. Our devices aid in rescues nationwide, you may have seen a few of our rescue stories on the news.

We are proudly Australian made, operating as a family-owned business for over 65 years! At GME not only will you get to work for a company that serves a purpose and makes a difference, but you'll become part of the GME family.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager to join our Engineering PMO team on a full-time permanent basis.   Reporting to the Reports To Manger PMO. 

The role of the project manager is to plan, execute and deliver projects to approved deadlines and budgets, coordinating the efforts of team members, internal resources, third-party contractors or consultants in order to deliver projects according to specification.  The role plays a critical role in the development of highly engineered products, orchestrating the complex process of new product development to meet business objectives, customer needs, and quality standards.

Job Responsibilities:

• Agree the project scope, goals & deliverables in collaboration with the sponsor and key stakeholders.
• Ensure the project methodology and documentation comply with GME procedures and policies.
• Provide leadership, direction, motivation, support and inspiration to the project team.
• Create and maintain a project schedule detailing milestones, tasks & resources required for the project.
• Prepare project specific budget and costs estimates/forecasts.
• Create & execute project work plans, revise as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements.
• Set and continually manage project expectations with team members and other stakeholders.
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation.
• Lead cross-functional teams to deliver as per the agreed scope, cost, and timeframe.
• Ensure adherence to the approved project schedules and budgets.
• Manage project level quality, environment, and OH&S obligations.
• Minimise exposure to risk during the project through proactive risk & change management.
• Serve as the focal point for project issues with all involved parties.
• Facilitate clear and effective communication between team members and stakeholders.

Skills Required:

• Proficient in project management methodologies such as Agile, Scrum, Waterfall etc.
• Demonstrate people skills including delegating, motivating, and empowering others.
• Proven influencing skill such as gaining agreement, negotiating, persuading, and managing conflict.
• Skilled leadership abilities to inspire and motivate cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment and get along with work colleagues.
• Organised and detail-oriented, able to meet deadlines.
• Able to manage multiple projects at one time and prioritise competing demands.
• Business acumen with a commercial mindset.

Experience Required:

• 3 years’ experience in managing projects with a focus on electronic consumer products.
• Experience in managing consumer electronic projects over the full product design lifecycle.
• Experience in team building, conflict resolution, and fostering a collaborative work environment.
• Experience in project risk management, resource allocation and stakeholder communication.
• Knowledge of industry-specific standards, regulations, and best practice.
• Experience working within quality frameworks including ISO9001

Qualifications, Certifications and Memberships Required:

• Degree (or equivalent) in project management or a relevant engineering discipline (e.g. Electrical, Communications, Electronics, Mechanical)
• Prince2 Practitioner / PMP Certification
• Able to obtain and maintain an NV1 security clearance.