Project Manager

  • Australia
  • Brisbane
  • Permanent
  • Negotiable

Senior Project Manager – Data Modernisation Project

📍 Brisbane | 💼 12-Month Contract + Extensions | 💰 Market Rates

* Immediate Start – Key Data Transformation Project
* 12-Month Contract with Extension Potential
* High-profile government department

Join a leading Queensland Government department as a Senior Project Manager to deliver a transformational Data Modernisation Project. This is a high-impact opportunity to lead the development of a modern, Microsoft-based Enterprise Data Platform that will shape the department’s future capabilities in data management, analytics, and governance.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the delivery of a modern Enterprise Data Platform using Microsoft Fabric.

  • Oversee the full project lifecycle-scoping, governance, budget, timelines, and delivery.

  • Guide the uplift of data governance, lifecycle management, data literacy, and tooling.

  • Manage cross-functional teams, vendors, and stakeholders to drive performance.

  • Maintain project artefacts, reporting, risk and issue logs, and handover documentation.

  • Champion best practices in change management, communication, and stakeholder engagement.

What We’re Looking For

  • 5+ years of experience delivering complex data management or digital transformation projects.

  • Proven leadership across data platforms, business intelligence, and governance initiatives.

  • Strong understanding of Microsoft Fabric, data architecture, and lifecycle principles.

  • Demonstrated stakeholder management experience working with executives, technical teams, and third-party vendors.

  • High emotional intelligence and team leadership skills in fast-paced, cross-functional environments.

  • Familiarity with data warehouse modernisation, data literacy uplift, and data analytics platforms.

Desirable Qualifications

  • Tertiary qualifications in IT, Business, or related fields.

  • Certifications in project management (e.g. PRINCE2, PMP, Agile).

  • Government experience and understanding of VET sector operations is a plus.

To express your interest, please click Apply Now or reach out directly to David Reynolds via email at david.reynolds@talentinternational.com

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