Senior Project Manager (Operational Systems & Applications)

Department of Transport and Main Roads; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development

Salary packaging opportunities

Generous leave entitlements

Health and wellbeing reimbursement

Reimbursement of professional fees

Employee Assistance Program

Reward and recognition programs

Job summary

Department of Transport and Main Roads, through RoadTek, is seeking a Senior Project Manager (Operational Systems & Applications) to lead business improvements and change initiatives across Queensland's transport infrastructure business. You will manage complex projects from planning to delivery, oversee governance and procurement, and engage key stakeholders to provide strategic advice to senior leaders.

With flexible location options across Queensland, this role offers the chance to build a

Qualifications

• Lead complex projects across planning to delivery.
• Provide governance, procurement, and risk management oversight.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-impact business improvement and transformation projects.
• Influence operational systems, processes and service delivery across Queensland.
• Engage diverse stakeholders and professionals across RoadTek and the DoTMRT.
• Provide strategic guidance to senior leaders and project managers.
• Foster a strong project management culture and develop leadership within the team.

Job description

Join RoadTek as a Senior Project Manager (Operational Systems & Applications) and lead business improvement and change initiatives across one of Queensland's largest transport infrastructure businesses.

You'll manage complex projects from planning to delivery, oversee governance and procurement, engage key stakeholders, and provide strategic advice to senior leaders. With flexible location options across Queensland, this role offers the opportunity to build a rewarding career while delivering projects that improve business performance and support transport infrastructure outcomes that connect communities across the state.

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/705572/26

Closing Date: Thursday, 12 November 2026

Occupational group

Project Management