Principal Project Manager

ADVANCE YOUR CAREER, DELIVER OUTCOMES AND MAKE AN IMPACT 

About you

You’re a highly experienced engineering professional with the proven ability to lead and manage project teams that are focussed on the delivery of roadworks, civil infrastructure, parks and urban form programs/projects. Your expertise in civil infrastructure and project management has equipped you with the skills to plan, execute and finalise deliverables that align with the strategic objectives of Council and handover assets that positively impact the work area and the region.  

You’re an effective communicator who is skilled at managing diverse stakeholders and providing specialist, technical advice and your analytical mind and attention to detail enables you to navigate complex challenges and deliver lasting results.

If you’re looking for an impactful and meaningful role, where you can grow your career and diversify your project management portfolio, this is your opportunity!  

About the opportunity

As the Principal Project Manager, you will lead project management teams to deliver infrastructure projects, with the purpose of maximising project/program benefits and minimising potential adverse impacts to the project, the organisation and the community. You'll work with an experienced team of professionals with diverse project backgrounds who leverage individual strengths and expertise to support one another as needed and achieve quality outcomes.  

• There are two opportunities available and both positions are based in the Toowoomba CBD.
• There is one temporary full-time (5-year) position, with the possibility of permanency and one temporary full-time position, which is available until October 2026 with the possibility of extension. 
• The annual salary range for this position is $109,817.33 to $133,936.67 gross per annum, plus 17.5% annual leave loading and up to 12.65% superannuation.
• Restricted Private Use of a Council vehicle is provided.
• Reimbursement of relocation expenses if you are moving to the Toowoomba Region. 
• Access a range of career development and professional growth opportunities.
• Benefit from a range of salary sacrifice options.
• Access a range of wellbeing initiatives, including free skin checks, corporate membership of private health funds, Fitness Passport and the Employee Assistance Program.
• Work in a safety-conscious organisation - home safe every day!

About the team

The Project Services Branch forms part of the Infrastructure Services Group, and is a project management office that manages the delivery of major road, drainage, park, sports facility, bridge, building, business system and change projects, primarily for Council client areas. We look for strong values-based leaders who are confident in dynamic business environments, and with a desire to serve our community.

This is an exciting time to join the Project Services team with a number of significant projects in the pipeline, including program management, project planning and the management of design and construction on major road upgrades (Highfields/Kratzke/O’Brien Rds intersections), bridge renewals (Branchview Bridge), road renewals (such as Jondaryan-Mt Tyson Rd), a major sports park (Toowoomba Region Sports Precinct), flood immunity / drainage improvements (Perth St culvert), recreation projects (Escarpment Mountain Bike Trails project) and Council’s Flood Recovery Program.   

How to be successful:

The successful candidate will possess the following skills and attributes:

Suitably Qualified: You have a Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering and Registered Professional Engineer Queensland (RPEQ) status or the ability to obtain your RPEQ within 12 months of commencement.  You hold Postgraduate Qualifications in Project Management or have the ability and willingness to obtain further qualifications and certifications in this area. 

Highly Experienced: You have extensive leadership experience in the planning, design and construction of roadworks and other civil infrastructure and the commercial capability to prepare and manage associated design consultancies and construction contracts.

Technical Expert: You have a highly developed understanding of the phases and systems required to deliver significant infrastructure projects following a Project Management Framework and a detailed understanding of relevant legislation, codes and standards.

Influential Leader: You have a demonstrated ability to effectively lead project teams and monitor and influence culture and performance that is aligned with Council's values and objectives. You're able to build strong relationships and promote innovation, flexibility and responsiveness in a dynamic environment. 

Excellent Communicator: You have highly developed interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills and are adept at delivering presentations and drafting high quality technical reports. You're able to provide expert advice and manage client and project board relationships and expectations and negotiate outcomes to achieve corporate and project goals.  

Values Driven: Your professional values align with Council’s values and as a Project Manager you understand the importance of Honesty, Accountability, Respect, Teamwork and Safety/Wellbeing and instilling and reinforcing these values in your team.

How to apply:

To kick start a career that matters, follow the link below and provide your current resume (maximum of 3 pages) and a cover letter (1-page) outlining your suitability for the position  

For further information

Please contact Gavan Scheiwe on 07 4688 6103 within business hours.

Closing date

The closing date for applications is Wednesday, 12 February 2025 at 11:45pm.

About Council

The Toowoomba Region is about rich traditions and bold ambitions. Our long and proud agricultural history has evolved Toowoomba into Australia’s second largest inland city supporting diverse townships in the Council area and acting as a service centre for South West Qld and North West NSW.  The region is boldly forging new opportunities around the Surat Basin resource sector, education, health, transport and massive infrastructure investments.  Growth hasn’t come at the expense of liveability though, with Toowoomba twice voted in the top 5 most family friendly cities in Australia.

Toowoomba Regional Council services a regional population of 166,500 and employs a team of approximately 1,800 staff, dedicated and passionate about delivering excellent customer service to the community, residents and visitors throughout the region.  We recognise that our success depends upon attracting and retaining skilled and talented staff and offer a wide variety of interesting challenges and opportunities to develop your career.