About the Company
This Queensland Government department plays a pivotal role in delivering infrastructure services across the state's education sector. With an annual capital works portfolio exceeding $1.7 billion and a growing asset base valued at over $40 billion, the department is committed to modernising infrastructure delivery and uplifting capability across its complex, high-value programs.
About the Role
As Program Manager (Infrastructure Capability & Improvement), you will establish and lead a dedicated function focused on strengthening project delivery maturity, consistency, and performance. Sitting within the Infrastructure Services Division’s Portfolio Management Office, this key leadership role drives the implementation of best-practice methodologies, continuous improvement initiatives, and professional development across infrastructure project teams.
You will guide the development of frameworks, tools, and governance standards; lead lessons learned and knowledge management processes; and enable a culture of delivery excellence. Acting as a strategic advisor to senior stakeholders, your work will directly influence improved outcomes across a diverse and high-impact infrastructure portfolio.
About You
You are an experienced PMO or program leader with deep expertise in infrastructure, capital works, or asset-intensive environments. Your background includes standing up or enhancing capability uplift functions, embedding project delivery methodologies, and influencing senior stakeholders.
You bring:
- Proven experience leading portfolio management or improvement programs
- Strong command of frameworks such as PMBOK, PRINCE2, MSP, or P3M3
- High-level analytical, facilitation, and communication skills
- A strategic mindset with a collaborative and outcome-focused leadership style
Government or similarly complex environments will be highly regarded, as will relevant tertiary qualifications and certifications.
The Benefits
- $119.39 per hour + Super
- Temporary contract with immediate impact
- Hybrid working model – Brisbane CBD location
- Strategic role shaping delivery capability across a $40B asset portfolio
Please apply with current resume in Microsoft Word format only (.doc or .docx). If you would like to have a confidential discussion, please contact Natalee Thorpe at natalee.thorpe@davidsonwp.com, quoting reference JN -012026-42166. Want to know more about Davidson? Visit us at www.davidsonwp.com
