At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead public housing projects from concept to completion, managing stakeholders and ensuring quality outcomes.
- Company: Join a leading Queensland Government Department with a focus on community impact.
- Benefits: Competitive pay rate of $88.29 per hour plus superannuation, with strong extension potential.
- Other info: Full-time temporary contract with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in public housing while developing your project management skills.
- Qualifications: 5+ years in construction, strong stakeholder management, and relevant tertiary qualifications required.
The predicted salary is between 88.29 - 88.29 $ per hour.
Duration: 20th of April 2026 - 18th of September 2026 with strong extension potential
Pay rate: $88.29 per hour + superannuation
Full-time, temporary contract with QLD Government
About the role
A leading Queensland Government Department is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to deliver public housing projects across procurement, design and construction phases. This role requires strong stakeholder management capability and the ability to translate design objectives into practical construction outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage complex stakeholder relationships and ensure design intent is clearly translated into deliverable construction outcomes
- Drive public housing projects through from concept to completion including procurement, design, construction and implementation stages
- Oversee project programs and budgets, ensuring all work remains within scope and aligned to strategic objectives
- Manage contract administration across a range of delivery approaches
- Lead multidisciplinary teams, consultants and contractors to deliver agreed project outcomes
- Maintain strong engagement with clients and stakeholders to support clear communication and effective project delivery
- Deliver projects within agreed timeframes, budgets and quality expectations
- Track and report on project performance, including costs, progress and risk controls
About You
- Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in the construction industry
- A professional who excels at managing complex stakeholder relationships and interpreting design objectives into deliverable construction outcomes.
- Proficiency in MS Project, Word and Excel
- Tertiary qualification in project management, construction, engineering, architecture or a related field (Diploma or higher)
- Valid Queensland Class C Open Driver Licence
Apply
To be considered for this position, please apply below with your CV and cover letter in Microsoft word format. Alternatively, email Louise Clark directly at louise.clark@empiregroup.com.au or call me on 0438 718 486.
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