Principal Project Coordinator

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Principal Project Coordinator to join a dedicated team driving the Flood Resilience Program, a flagship Queensland Government initiative focused on creating safer, stronger, and more flood-resilient schools.

This pivotal role offers you the chance to make a meaningful impact by leading the planning phase of multiple education infrastructure projects, ensuring that schools are better prepared for future flood events. You will be at the heart of a collaborative environment, working closely with technical experts and stakeholders across government and community sectors. With flexible working opportunities and the chance to contribute to significant public outcomes, this position is ideal for someone who thrives in a supportive setting where your expertise in project management and stakeholder collaboration will be highly valued.

• Play a central role in shaping the future of school infrastructure resilience across Queensland, directly influencing safety and recovery outcomes for communities.
• Enjoy flexible working arrangements and support from a knowledgeable team of technical experts committed to your professional growth and success.
• Be part of an inclusive and collaborative culture that values your input, encourages knowledge sharing, and supports your career development within the public sector.

What You'll Do
As Principal Project Coordinator, you will play an instrumental role in guiding the planning phase of multiple concurrent education infrastructure projects under the Flood Resilience Program. Your day-to-day responsibilities will see you preparing detailed business cases, securing essential regulatory approvals, developing budget documentation, and coordinating multidisciplinary teams of consultants. You will act as a key point of contact for both internal colleagues and external partners, fostering open communication channels that drive project success. By collaborating closely with stakeholders at every level—from government agencies to local school communities—you will help shape policies and procedures that underpin long-term infrastructure resilience. Your ability to manage complex timelines, conduct rigorous risk assessments, and provide insightful advice will be crucial in ensuring these vital projects are delivered efficiently and effectively. This is an opportunity to apply your expertise in a meaningful way while enjoying the support of a knowledgeable team committed to shared goals.

• Prepare comprehensive multi-options analyses and detailed business cases for projects within the Flood Resilience Program, adhering to established government frameworks.
• Lead the process of obtaining all necessary regulatory approvals for each project, including Ministerial Infrastructure Designations and development applications.
• Develop budget documentation and secure required funding approvals such as Cabinet Budget Review Committee submissions.
• Coordinate and guide teams of external consultants to deliver high-quality work within condensed timeframes, ensuring all deliverables meet program objectives.
• Assist with procurement activities related to engaging external consultants, maintaining transparency and compliance throughout the process.
• Collaborate effectively with internal departments, external agencies, and diverse stakeholder groups to facilitate smooth project progression.
• Provide clear, project-specific advice to management and executive leadership while liaising with other units as needed to ensure alignment with broader departmental goals.
• Participate actively in team meetings, contributing to policy development and application that supports strategic infrastructure resilience initiatives.
• Build and nurture strong communication channels and collaborative partnerships with both internal units and external agencies, including school stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain robust project programs and undertake thorough risk assessments to ensure all potential risks are identified, captured, and mitigated.

What You Bring
To excel as Principal Project Coordinator, you will bring substantial experience overseeing government infrastructure projects—ideally within the education or public sector—where your ability to navigate complex approval processes has been proven. Your background includes preparing robust business cases aligned with government frameworks as well as managing budgets through formal approval channels. You are adept at leading multidisciplinary teams with compassion, ensuring everyone feels supported while delivering results under tight deadlines. Your interpersonal strengths allow you to build rapport quickly with stakeholders from varied backgrounds; you listen actively, communicate clearly, and foster an atmosphere of mutual respect. A meticulous organiser by nature, you thrive when balancing multiple priorities—always keeping sight of both immediate tasks and long-term objectives. Your commitment to collaboration ensures that policies developed reflect collective wisdom while advancing strategic goals for resilient infrastructure.

• Demonstrated experience managing large-scale government infrastructure projects within complex regulatory environments.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary project teams through all phases of project life cycles with empathy and effective communication skills.
• Strong background in preparing multi-options analyses, detailed business cases, and navigating government assessment frameworks.
• Experience obtaining regulatory approvals such as Ministerial Infrastructure Designations or similar statutory processes relevant to public sector projects.
• Expertise in developing budget documentation and securing funding approvals through established governmental channels.
• Skilled at coordinating procurement activities for engaging external consultants while maintaining compliance with public sector requirements.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills enabling you to collaborate seamlessly with internal staff members, external consultants, agencies, and community stakeholders.
• Ability to provide clear advice tailored for executive audiences while supporting cross-unit collaboration within large organisations.
• Track record of building positive relationships that foster trust among diverse stakeholder groups involved in complex infrastructure initiatives.
• Meticulous approach to developing project programs and conducting risk assessments that safeguard both project outcomes and organisational interests.

What Sets This Company Apart
Joining this organisation means becoming part of a forward-thinking public sector team dedicated to making tangible improvements in community safety through resilient educational infrastructure. The Flood Resilience Program is recognised for its commitment to inclusivity—valuing every voice in decision-making processes—and its supportive leadership style that prioritises professional development alongside project delivery. Here you will find flexible working opportunities designed around your needs as well as access to ongoing training resources that encourage continuous learning. The workplace culture is built on principles of cooperation, kindness, dependability, and shared purpose; everyone works together towards common goals while celebrating individual contributions along the way. If you are looking for a role where your expertise is respected—and where your efforts directly benefit children's futures—this is an exceptional place to grow your career while making a lasting difference across Queensland communities.

What's Next
If you are ready to take on this rewarding challenge supporting safer schools across Queensland, we encourage you to apply now

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply.

To apply please click apply or call Noah Young on for a confidential discussion.