Arts Queensland (AQ), now part of Department of Education, are looking for permanent full-time and temporary full-time Principal Project Coordinators (AO7) to work for us at our South Brisbane office.

As Principal Project Coordinators, you will ensure completion in accordance with required timeframes, cost, quality and service standards and work directly with clients, service providers, contractors and consultants, to oversee the projects from the planning and pre-design phase to practical completion in accordance with client and statutory requirements.

The role will also be responsible for associated activities and tasks (for example, financial, administrative) as part of AQ's approved critical infrastructure program of works.

Job details

Arts Queensland is looking for 2 x Principal Project Coordinators to come work with us at our South Brisbane office. We have 1 x permanent full-time, and 1 x temporary full-time to 04 June 2027 (with possible extension) positions available.

You will be required to complete the following tasks/activities as part of these roles. Please refer to the position description (PD) for more information.

• Coordinator all aspects of the capital works lifecycle, including engineering, electrical, and/or construction project delivery.
• Apply high-level project management principles to deliver multiple complex building projects.
• Lead and report against project milestones, including meeting timeframes, budget reporting and ensuring quality standards are being met.
• Ability to undertake critical risk management approaches in negotiating successful outcomes with clients, key stakeholders and management to ensure project delivery timeframes, costs and quality.
• Ability to prepare and present written reports, defining plans, problems, risks and be the lead point of contact on cladding rectification works and communicate all project related matters including resolutions to appropriate levels of management and external stakeholders.
• Ability to develop, maintain and monitor positive working relationships with clients, stakeholders (internal and external) and contractor(s) and consultants. Additionally, resolve conflicts within and between projects or other service and functional areas; develop methods to monitor and progress project outcomes.
• Ability to work autonomously and within a team environment.

Interested in applying?

• A maximum 2-page cover letter detailing your current/previous skills and experiences, and what you can bring to AQ. Please refer to the “your role' section within the PD for more information on the tasks you will be required to undertake. Please also state in your application any current valid certificates you have as listed under the “specific role requirements” within the PD, and
• A current resume detailing your previous work history and two (2) professional referees who have a thorough knowledge of your performance and conduct over the past two years.
• If you require any reasonable adjustment support during this recruitment process, please contact the enquiries person listed within the job ad to discuss further.

Additional Information:

• 1 x Permanent and 1 x temporary full-time positions available.
• Salary is $159,902 to $171,320 p.a. (total remuneration)
• Probationary period (up to 6 months) may apply to new employees of AQ in accordance with sections 120 and 315 of the Industrial Relations Act 2016
• Pre-employment checks: suitable candidates may be required to undertake:
  • A criminal history check under section 52 of the Public Sector Act (PSA) 2022
  • Complete a serious discipline history check (if required) under section 71 of the PSA
  • Disclose any interest/s that conflict, may conflict or may be perceived to conflict with the discharge of their duties in accordance with Division 2 of the PSA.

Please note that AQ is committed to equity, diversity, respect, and inclusion, and we encourage all applicants to apply for our roles.

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Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• AQ Applicant Guide (PDF, 576KB)
  Application Kit
  
  AQ706965 AO7 Principal Project Coordinator (11507, 40365) - RD (PDF, 241KB)
  Role Description