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Job Title


Project Managers


Company : UQ Business School


Location : QLD,


Created : 2026-03-07


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Property and FacilitiesFull-time, permanent positionBase salary will be in the range$117,958 - $132,247 + 17% SuperannuationBased atour St LucialocationAbout This OpportunityWe are seeking an experienced Project Manager to support the delivery of building and infrastructure projects across the Universitys built environment. You will be responsible for scoping, planning and managing end-to-end project delivery across multiple concurrent projects, ensuring outcomes are achieved across the full project lifecycle, including planning, procurement, stakeholder engagement, governance, reporting and financial management.Key responsibilitiesPlanning and delivering building and infrastructure projects across all phases of the project lifecycle, including scope development, procurement, contract coordination and delivery management.Managing project administration, governance, reporting and financial controls to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and to quality standards.Leading and coordinating project teams, consultants and contractors while managing risks, issues, dependencies and change.Building strong relationships with sponsors and stakeholders and leading effective communication and engagement activities to support project outcomes.About UQAs part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:Up to26 weeks paid parental leave/paid primary care leave17% superannuation contributions+17.5% annual leave loadingAccess to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times,purchasedleave, and a condensed fortnightHealth and wellness discounts fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate familyCareer development opportunities access to exclusive internalonly vacancies and our Study for Staff programOn campus childcare optionsAffordableparking (from just $6.40a day)Salary packaging optionsAbout YouYou are a capable and delivery-focused Project Manager with experience managing construction or infrastructure projects in complex organisational environments.Postgraduate qualifications (or progress toward them) in construction management, project management or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.Demonstrated experience delivering construction or infrastructure projects across the full project lifecycle.Proven experience in procurement activities, including consultant and contractor selection and contract coordination.Strong financial management capability, including budget management, forecasting and payment processes.Experience using project management and reporting systems such as MS Project and other enterprise applications, or the ability to quickly adapt to new tools.Welldeveloped analytical and problemsolving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively under pressure.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage, influence and negotiate with a diverse range of stakeholders.Demonstrated ability to lead and support project teams, hold delivery partners accountable, and contribute to mentoring and development of others.Appointment to this role is subject to the successful completion of relevant preemployment checks, which will include verification of the right to work in Australia. This may also include checks relating to genderbased 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.Questions?For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at [email protected], stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line. Want to Apply?We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload:ResumeA cover letter summarising how your background aligns with the ''About You'' sectionOur 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 Australias First Nations Peoples. If you require an alternative method to submit your application due to accessibility needs or personal circumstances, please contact [email protected] InformationUQ 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 dont 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 1st March 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-59609). #J-18808-Ljbffr