JOB
FullCAM Project Manager
Apply before 6PM (AEDT) on: Tuesday, October 13, 2020
Australian Capital Territory
Agency / Department
Department of Industry, Science, Energy and Resources
Experience Level
Senior
Employment Type
Contract
Expected Rate (inc. Super)
$150 per hour***
Overview and Responsibilities
The Department is looking for an experienced project manager to implement the Full Carbon Accounting Model (FullCAM) software development work plan.
FullCAM is a complex ecosystem model that estimates greenhouse gas emissions from the land sector. Results from this system are used to produce annual emissions estimates as part of Australia’s National Inventory Report.
Essential Criteria
- Ability to manage large, complex software application projects such as Full Carbon Accounting Model (FullCAM)
- Ability to develop detailed work plans, identify task inter-dependencies, project documentation, use of appropriate planning tools, experience with JIRA, and software deployment to internal and external users
- Ability to identify and resolve technical issues to ensure timely completion of project timelines, including reporting of work progress to senior managers
- Excellent technical, analytical, inter-personal, communication skills enabling identification and mitigation of key risks to the project, including obtaining support from key stakeholders
- Demonstrated experience (more than 5 years) in managing software development projects and business applications
Desired Criteria
- Previous experience in software development or working knowledge of C++ and C# to be able to guide the developers at a technical level
- Background knowledge in forestry, cropping and grazing landscapes would be beneficial
- Experience in big data analysis and scientific computing would be a bonus
Security Clearance
Must have current baseline clearance
Contract Extensions
2 x 12 months