Principal Project Officer at University of… · Queensland

Principal Project Officer
Location: St Lucia Campus
Property and Facilities Division
Full-time, continuing position.
Base salary will be in the range $106,709 - $116,198 + 17% super (HEW Level 7).
Based at our St Lucia location.
About This Opportunity
Property and Facilities is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Principal Project Officer to help coordinate the delivery of a diverse portfolio of construction, facilities and built environment projects across UQ’s campuses. Working within the Program Operations team, you will support a collaborative and purposeful project delivery environment, contributing to the planning, construction, refurbishment and improvement of University facilities that enable world-class teaching, research and campus operations.
Key responsibilities will include:
Coordinating and overseeing project lifecycle activities, including planning, monitoring, evaluation, and risk and issue management.
Developing and implementing project plans, schedules, documentation, and records to support effective delivery and governance.
Providing project management and subject matter advice to support informed decision-making and successful outcomes.
Managing stakeholder engagement, project communications, budgets, reporting, and project-related dependencies to ensure alignment with agreed objectives.
About You
Postgraduate qualifications (or progress towards them) in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related built environment discipline would be highly regarded but are not essential.
Demonstrated experience delivering capital works, construction, facilities, infrastructure, refurbishment, or other built environment projects of similar scale and complexity. Experience in non-built environment project settings alone will not be considered equivalent.
Current knowledge of best-practice project management methodologies and frameworks.
Strong project planning skills, including the ability to prioritise tasks, work to deadlines, anticipate future requirements, and resolve issues.
Demonstrated problem-solving skills, with sound judgement and the ability to provide accurate and consistent advice.
Effective interpersonal skills, with the ability to build productive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders at varying levels of seniority.
Advanced written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear project documentation, reports, and communication materials.
Experience using MS Project, or a proven ability to quickly adapt to new systems and technologies.
About UQ
As part of the UQ community, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, working together to create a better world. Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available.
This role contributes to the physical environments that help UQ’s people feel supported, connected, and able to do their best work. In a recent UQ News story, UQ architecture research explored how fresh thinking in apartment design could help families grow produce within their homes, reflecting UQ’s broader interest in purposeful, sustainable and human-centred built environments. Read more about UQ architecture research and urban living.
Enjoy up to 26 weeks paid parental and primary care leave, 17% super, 17.5% leave loading, flexible and hybrid working options, health and wellbeing programs, a heavily discounted Study for Staff program, on-campus childcare, affordable parking, and salary packaging.
Interested?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Zak Williams, Associate Director, Projects, at z.williams@uq.edu.au
For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number below in the subject line.
When you apply, please ensure you upload a resume and cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section.
Please note that applications received via email will not be accepted.
Other Information
Pre-employment checks may include: verification of the right to work in Australia, qualifications, and criminal history checks. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.
You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.
We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We recognise that career pathways and opportunities differ, and encourage applications from candidates who may not meet every criteria but can demonstrate their potential relative to opportunity. We’re also happy to support any accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process. Just let us know how we can help by emailing talent@uq.edu.au or calling +61 7 3365 2623.
Applications close Sunday 9 August 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-66308).