Description:
Do you have a passion for project and program delivery?Our Portfolio Delivery team are temporarily seeking a motivated, energetic and results orientated Principal Project Coordinator to join our team as we strive to "Build Education". Infrastructure Services Division (ISD) provides quality infrastructure services to the Department. ISD is a highly motivated, energetic and results orientated Division focused on delivering flexible, innovative and responsive infrastructure solutions.
ISD contributes to teaching and learning outcomes in schools by aligning facilities services to whole of government initiatives and departmental priorities. Core functions include policy formulation, strategic planning, program formation, project delivery and performance reporting.
About The Department
Working for the Queensland Department of Education means joining an organisation that values its people and promotes leadership and innovation. Be part of an environment that respects professionalism and diversity, offers training and development opportunities and embraces flexible careers and work-life balance. Find out more about working with us .
About Us
The Portfolio Delivery team combines both Growth and Emergent Minimum Requirement (EMR) delivery functions to support ISD.
The Growth team delivers key capital programs including Contemporary Specialist Spaces, Priority Nominated Projects, and Growth Learning Spaces. The team also provides project coordination support for regional projects.
The EMR team is responsible for the delivery of the Emergent Minimum Requirements program, which includes the deployment of prefabricated (modular) and temporary hire buildings. The team manages all phases of delivery, from factory fabrication to on-site assembly and completion, ensuring effective coordination between production and site operations.
About The Role
As the Principal Project Coordinator, you will have responsibility for the following:
- Lead and coordinate all aspects of project delivery including initial planning, construction and commissioning of multiple school infrastructure projects ranging in value from $3 million up to $100 million within a legislative and contractual framework.
- Lead and report against key sub-programs and significant projects within the Department's Investment Program.
- Develop, maintain and monitor critical relationships with clients, stakeholders and service providers for the purpose of achieving and sustaining a high level of client satisfaction.
- Prepare coherent reports, correspondence and submissions to key stakeholders and clients.
- Provide advice and guidance to other staff including administration and financial teams.
About You
To be successful in the role you will possess the following:
- Demonstrated experience delivering government infrastructure projects including experience delivering numerous projects concurrently across geographically diverse locations.
- Demonstrated high level capacity to work effectively under pressure and within strict time constraints.
- Proven ability to work collaboratively with others as well as individually.
- Demonstrated effective communication, consultation and negotiation skills with the ability to represent the department and to establish and maintain mutually productive partnerships with clients, team members and other stakeholders.
- Demonstrated knowledge of contemporary concepts, strategies and issues associated with physical asset management, and the application of this knowledge, to develop innovative solutions that meet the needs and expectations of clients.
- Proven ability to support and motivate staff and contribute to the realisation of organisational goals through high level leadership in order to meet client needs and achieve corporate objectives and agreed outcomes.
- Travel and overnight absences from base will be required of this position.
- A current Working with Children Check clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services), a mandatory requirement for this role.
- Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history).
- A maximum 2-page cover letter indicating your suitability and motivation to be considered for this role.
Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
Occupational group Facilities/Asset Management
22 Jan 2026;
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