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Project Manager (Flood Risk Management)

Job description

I am pleased to be partnering with a Queensland Government Statutory Authority focused on resilience and disaster recovery to engage an experienced Project Manager.  This is an initial 6-month contract (with extension potential) based in the Brisbane CBD, working across flood risk management programs that have real impact across the state.  You’ll sit within a specialist team delivering initiatives aligned to the Queensland Flood Risk Management Framework, balancing structured delivery with stakeholder engagement across government and external partners.

This role is a mix of hands-on delivery and uplift of project capability:
  • Manage end-to-end delivery of program-funded projects with defined timelines and outcomes
  • Coordinate policy and program initiatives across agencies, local government and key stakeholders
  • Contribute to and embed project governance frameworks and delivery standards
  • Drive stakeholder engagement across a multi-agency environment
  • Support development of tools, guidelines and initiatives that improve community resilience
  • Maintain delivery momentum in a fast-paced, high-accountability environment
What We’re Looking For

Core Experience
  • Proven Project Manager with 5+ years delivering complex projects
  • Experience working within government or highly regulated environments
  • Strong understanding of structured delivery methodologies (PRINCE2, PMBOK or similar)
Domain Experience (Highly Regarded)
  • Exposure to flood risk, disaster management, infrastructure or environmental programs
  • Experience working with multi-agency or community-facing initiatives
Key Strengths
  • Stakeholder engagement across government and external organisations
  • Ability to translate technical concepts into practical outcomes
  • Comfortable operating in ambiguity while maintaining delivery focus
  • Strong governance, reporting and delivery discipline
If this aligns with your background, apply with your CV. Shortlisting will commence shortly.  Role closes 7th April 2026.