Project Manager

Lead complex technology transformation projects within a large-scale modernisation program.

Your new companyJoin a large Queensland-based organisation undertaking a significant multi-year technology transformation program. This high-profile initiative is focused on modernising critical legacy systems, improving service delivery outcomes, and enabling future-ready digital capabilities within a complex and highly regulated environment.
Your new roleAs a Project Manager, you will be responsible for leading the end-to-end delivery of complex technology transformation projects from initiation through to completion. Working within a PRINCE2 governance framework and Agile delivery environment, you will oversee project planning, governance, stakeholder engagement, budgeting, scheduling, risk management, and reporting. You'll work closely with senior executives, delivery teams, business stakeholders, and product owners to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to agreed quality standards. Key responsibilities include:

• Leading complex technology and business transformation projects.
• Managing project scope, schedules, budgets, resources and dependencies.
• Driving governance, assurance and reporting activities.
• Managing risks, issues, change requests and stakeholder expectations.
• Coordinating multidisciplinary delivery teams and working groups.
• Supporting communication, change management and benefits realisation activities where required.

What you'll need to succeedTo be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

• Proven experience delivering complex technology transformation and modernisation programs.
• Experience leading projects involving migration from legacy systems to contemporary technology platforms.
• Strong project leadership experience within government, regulated, or enterprise-scale environments.
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement, governance and communication skills.
• PRINCE2 Practitioner Certification (mandatory).

Highly regarded:

• Experience across both public and private sector environments.
• Exposure to Agile delivery methodologies and Scrum frameworks.
• Experience using Microsoft Project, Jira and Confluence.
• Demonstrated success delivering outcomes across the full project lifecycle.

What you'll get in returnThis is an opportunity to play a key role in a large-scale digital transformation program that will shape future service delivery outcomes. You'll work alongside experienced program leaders, contribute to complex and meaningful initiatives, and gain exposure to a significant enterprise-wide modernisation portfolio.
What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'Apply Now' or contact the Hays Technology team for a confidential discussion regarding your next career opportunity.