Senior Project Manager - Higher Education Technology

• Information Technology Services - Higher Education Technology

• We have 2 full-time fixed term positions i.e., up to 18 months and up to 10 months, with a salary package of $127,500 to $142,946 (negotiable) including a generous super allowance of up to 17%. As this role is covered by an Enterprise Agreement, you will also receive regular remuneration increases.

• Bring your excellent vendor management and digital transformation skills to work on transformational greenfield projects at a university ranked in the world’s top 50 .

• Achieve a work-life balance with 36.15 hours per week, flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times and a condensed fortnight.

• Based at our St Lucia campus

About This Opportunity 

The Project Manager (Timetable and Room Bookings) oversees the implementation of a new Timetable and Room Booking system for UQ. This role involves leading project phases from initiation to completion, managing deliverables, engaging stakeholders, coordinating procurement, and facilitating project reporting.

Key responsibilities will include: 

Project Management and Leadership

• Overseeing project alignment with strategic objectives and developing detailed project plans.

• Leading and managing the project team, prioritizing activities, and creatively resolving complex issues.

Communications and Stakeholder Engagement:

• Developing and executing communication strategies for various project stakeholders.

• Building and maintaining positive relationships with stakeholders, client groups, partners, and colleagues.

Project Monitoring, Evaluation, and Financial Management:

• Facilitating the Project Steering Committee and managing project issues, risks, and changes.

• Implementing evaluation measures, reporting project status, and overseeing financial aspects such as budget management and procurement activities.

About You  

We are looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager with postgraduate qualifications in Information Technology, Project Management or an equivalent combination of qualifications and workplace experience.  In addition, you will have:

• Proven track record in successfully managing large, complex projects within complex organizational settings.

• Knowledge of and experience in coordinating vendor selection, alignment, and contract negotiations.

• Demonstrated application of best-practice project management methodologies tailored to project size, scale, and complexity.

• Excellent interpersonal skills for effective liaison and negotiation, fostering strong relationships within diverse organizational units.

• Experience leading project teams, including staff planning, organization, performance management, and development.

You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment and may be required to complete background checks including, criminal history and education checks.

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.

Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:

• 17% superannuation contributions.

• 17.5% annual leave loading.

• Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight.

• Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family.

• On campus childcare options.

• Cheap parking (from just $5.75 a day).

• Salary packaging options.

Want to Apply? 

All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:

• Cover letter addressing the ‘About You’ section.

• Resume 

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Vivienne at [email protected] . For application queries, please contact [email protected] stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line. 

Applications close 7 March 2024 at 11.00pm AEST (Job Reference Number - R-35334). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for week starting 18 March 2024.

At UQ, our strength lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion , fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to [email protected] for accessibility support or adjustments.

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