Senior Project Manager (Operational Systems & Applications)

Queensland Government; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work

Rostered days off

Professional development

Salary packaging

Generous leave

Wellbeing reimbursement

Membership fees reimbursement

EAP

Rewards program

Job summary

RoadTek in Queensland is seeking a senior Project Manager to lead complex change initiatives across transport infrastructure. You will oversee scope, budgets, schedules, procurement, governance and risk management while guiding project managers and collaborating with senior leaders and technical experts.

The role emphasises governance, risk management, communication and a passion for innovation and business improvement within a values-driven organisation.

Qualifications

• Experienced in delivering complex change in large operational environments.
• Ability to analyse complex issues and drive outcomes.
• Strong governance, risk management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-impact business improvement and transformation projects.
• Influence operational systems, processes and service delivery across Queensland.
• Work with a diverse network of stakeholders and industry professionals.
• Contribute to leadership capability within a large and respected organisation.
• Provide leadership and guidance to project managers.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Governance

Risk management

Communication

Job description

As a member of our high-performing team, you will manage complex projects from initiation through to delivery, overseeing scope, budgets, schedules, procurement, stakeholder engagement, governance and risk management. You will provide leadership and guidance to project managers, foster a strong project management culture, and collaborate with senior leaders, technical experts and key stakeholders across RoadTek and the Department of Transport and Main Roads.Why join RoadTek?RoadTek is a commercial business within the Department of Transport and Main Roads, delivering transport infrastructure solutions that keep Queensland connected. We are a values-driven organisation that promotes safety, innovation, inclusion and continuous improvement.Working with RoadTek means you'll have the opportunity to:Lead high-impact business improvement and transformation projects.Influence operational systems, processes and service delivery across Queensland.Work with a diverse network of stakeholders and industry professionals.Contribute to meaningful outcomes that support Queensland communities.Build your leadership capability within a large and respected organisation.What you'll bring:You will be an accomplished project management professional with experience delivering complex change or continuous improvement initiatives in large operational environments. Your ability to analyse complex issues, lead teams, build stakeholder relationships and drive outcomes will enable you to succeed in this role. You will also bring strong governance, risk management and communication skills, along with a passion for innovation and business improvement.Benefits:At RoadTek, we invest in our people and offer a range of benefits, including:Flexible working arrangements and rostered days off.Professional development, training and study assistance.Salary packaging opportunities.Generous leave entitlements.Health and wellbeing reimbursement.Reimbursement of professional membership fees.Employee Assistance Program.Reward and recognition programs.Applications to remain current for 12 months.Job Ad Reference: QLD/705572/26Closing Date: Thursday, 12 November 2026This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.