We are seeking an experienced Project Manager who will be responsible for leading and delivering strategic and operational initiatives within the newly established Faculty. The role supports the planning, development and implementation of projects that enhance organisational effectiveness, strengthen governance and processes, and enable the successful delivery of faculty priorities.
Working closely with senior leaders and key stakeholders, the Project Manager will contribute across the full project lifecycle including project initiation, planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation. The role requires strong analytical capability, effective stakeholder engagement and the ability to translate complex information into clear recommendations that support informed decision-making.
Key responsibilities will include, but not limited to:
Project Planning and Delivery: Lead and coordinate the planning and delivery of strategic and operational projects aligned with organisational priorities.
Develop project plans, briefs, reports and other documentation to support project delivery and informed decision-making.
Monitor project progress, milestones and outcomes to ensure delivery within agreed scope, timelines and resources.
Project Management and Governance: Apply appropriate project management methodologies and maintain project documentation, reporting and governance processes.
Identify and manage risks, issues and dependencies to support successful project outcomes.
Stakeholder Engagement and Communication: Build effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support project delivery.
Prepare high-quality reports, briefings and presentations for senior leadership and facilitate meetings and consultations as required.
Change and Continuous Improvement: Support organisational change initiatives and contribute to the review and improvement of processes, systems and governance arrangements.
This is a full-time, continuing position at HEW Level 8. This position is predominantly based at Herston, with periodic work at St Lucia.
We are looking for an experienced Project Manager with postgraduate qualifications (or be in progress towards postgraduate qualifications) in business, project management or a related field or an equivalent combination of qualifications and workplace experience. In addition, you will have:
Demonstrated experience successfully managing medium to large-scale projects, ideally within a large and/or complex organisational context
Demonstrated knowledge of relevant project management tools or equivalent practical methodology for monitoring project progress
Experience using project management programs and applications
High-level interpersonal skills, including the effective liaison and negotiation skills needed to develop and maintain strong working relationships, ideally within a tertiary setting
Demonstrated high level organisational ability, attention to detail and ability to work to tight deadlines and manage competing priorities
Experience leading change initiatives, including stakeholder engagement, risk assessment, and strategic planning to ensure successful adoption and sustainability.
Previous project management experience within a tertiary and/or research institution would be highly valued
Appointment to this role is subject to the successful completion of relevant pre-employment checks, which may include verification of the right to work in Australia, qualifications, criminal history checks. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.
You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Senior Executive Officer, Celia Giumelli. C.giumelli@uq.edu.au
For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job requisition ID in the subject line.
We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload:
Resume
A cover letter summarising how your background aligns with the 'About You' section
Our strength as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent, particularly from Australia’s First Nations Peoples. If you require an alternative method to submit your application due to accessibility needs or personal circumstances, please contact talent@uq.edu.au
UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.
Applications close Sunday 5th April 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-62623). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for 10th April.
