Principal Project Manager

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operational and tactical aspects of multiple or large-scale software delivery projects.
• Lead and coordinate cross-functional technical teams, including client acceptance testing.
• Review high-level deliverables and manage project scope, assessing requirement changes and their impact on budget and timelines.
• Implement consistent project management methodologies and quality assurance procedures in line with PMO policies.
• Monitor and mitigate risks across projects, ensuring timely escalation when necessary.
• Manage client expectations and maintain strong relationships throughout the project lifecycle.
• Participate project key activities, lead / host project milestones such as kick off meeting, user acceptance test at customer site when required (mainly within Pacific region)
• Oversee project financials, including revenue recognition, invoicing, receivables, and procurement strategies.
• Track project progress using appropriate tools and prepare clear activity and progress reports.
• Forecast cost, revenue, and utilization across projects.
• Identify and capitalize on add-on sales opportunities and support the sales team with proposals, demos, and client training.
• Capture lessons learned and apply them to future projects.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and maintain visibility through professional networks.
• Essential requirements
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Technology, or related field.
• Minimum 5+ years of project management experience in software or IT service delivery.
• Proven experience managing complex, multi-country, multi-site projects, including global rollouts.
• Strong understanding of IT integration, MES, KPI dashboards, SCADA systems preferred.
• Sound background from industry such as minging, Oil & Gas, manufacturing is added advantage.
• Proficiency in project financials and ERP systems (Oracle/SAP preferred).
• Professional certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile/Scrum highly desirable.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) with proficiency in English.
• Strong internal / external leadership, stakeholder management, organizational, and time management skills.
• Ability to manage projects under pressure and adapt to dynamic environments.
• Proficient in MS Office, MS Project, Visio, and Adobe Acrobat Professional.

Requirements

• Strategic thinking and planning.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong client relationship management and stakeholder engagement.
• Analytical skills for financial and performance metrics.
• Problem-solving and decision-making using root cause analysis.
• Interpersonal skills to foster collaboration and team cohesion.
• Services at AVEVA
• Find out more: https://www.aveva.com/en/about/careers/

Benefits

Additional Information

AVEVA is a global leader in industrial software. Our cutting-edge solutions are used by thousands of enterprises to deliver the essentials of life - such as energy, infrastructure, chemicals and minerals - safely, efficiently and more sustainably. We're the first software business in the world to have our sustainability targets validated by the SBTi, and we've been recognized for the transparency and ambition of our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We've also recently been named as one of the world's most innovative companies. If you're a curious and collaborative person who wants to make a big impact through technology, then we want to hear from you! Find out more at AVEVA Careers . For more information about our privacy policy and how to manage cookies, visit our Privacy Policy . Job Title: Principal Project Manager Location: Brisbane / Perth Employment Type: Regular, full-time, hybrid work arrangement The job As part of AVEVA Australia Software Services Delivery and PMO organization, the Project Manager is responsible for the successful execution of large-scale software service delivery projects. This role ensures projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget while maintaining high standards of quality and client satisfaction.

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