Principal Program Manager (AO7)

Randstad is seeking a skilled Principal Program Manager with exceptional attention to detail and a strong track record of success. In this role, you will build and sustain key stakeholder relationships while driving impactful outcomes within a collaborative state government team. If you are an enthusiastic problem-solver committed to making a positive difference in the public sector, we encourage you to apply.

About your new role

In this key role, you will take full ownership of the implementation, delivery, and reporting for a new Commonwealth Federation Funding Agreement while leading critical Cabinet, Parliamentary, and legislative matters. You will provide high-level advice to executive leadership and key stakeholders, oversee policy research, and drive project outcomes within tight timeframes to shape Queensland's building and development landscape.

What you will need to exceed

• Ability to design and execute robust performance, monitoring, and compliance frameworks to meet strict Commonwealth standards.

Must have

• The ideal candidate must have advanced expertise in using MS Projects and possess exceptional scheduling skills.
• Advanced written communication skills to author high-level statutory and executive documents, including Cabinet Submissions, Executive Council Minutes, Drafting Instructions, Explanatory Speech notes, Estimates Briefing Notes, and Ministerial correspondence
• Ability to synthesise industry, national, and international trends into clear strategic advice for senior leadership.
• Ability to interpret, research, and reform complex policy and legislation affecting the built environment and construction sector.
• Hands-on project and program management skills to oversee budgets, coordinate resources, manage delivery timelines, and report on quality and value-for-money outcomes within tight timeframes.
• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills to manage relationships with internal leaders, central agencies, Commonwealth authorities, and external industry partners

Essential

• Familiarity with building standards, regulatory frameworks, housing, or construction industry policy.

Next steps

If you are a policy expert with a commitment to inclusivity, collaboration, and transformative change, we invite you to apply and be part of this inspiring journey.

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.