Careers at UniSC

• Campus Development and Services | UniSC Sunshine Coast, Sippy Downs
• Level 8, $118,986 - $134,756 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
• Full-time, fixed term appointment for two years

The Opportunity

Campus Development and Services (CD&S) is responsible for the planning, development, and management of UniSC’s physical environment across multiple campuses. The division delivers the University’s capital works program and ensures its facilities, infrastructure, and operational environments support teaching, research, and community engagement. This includes master planning, asset management, capital project delivery, sustainability initiatives, and the coordination of complex operational interfaces across a live university environment.

Within this context, this role leads the end-to-end delivery of complex capital projects from early planning and business case development through design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and handover. You will manage budgets, risk, governance, and stakeholder engagement across multiple concurrent projects, ensuring outcomes are delivered safely, on time, within scope, and to quality expectations. You will also play a key role in driving continuous improvement in project delivery frameworks and supporting strategic infrastructure priorities across the University.

For a tour of our campus facilities, please visit the Locations page on our website.

You will

• lead end-to-end delivery of complex capital works projects, including planning, design, procurement, construction, and handover;
• manage project governance, budgets, risk, reporting, and stakeholder engagement across multiple internal and external groups; and
• ensure projects are delivered safely, sustainably, and in line with UniSC’s strategic asset and infrastructure objectives.

About you

You are an experienced project management professional with a strong background delivering complex capital works in live operational environments. You bring excellent stakeholder management skills, strong financial and contract administration capability, and the ability to manage competing priorities across multiple high-value projects.

You are confident engaging with executives, consultants, contractors, and operational teams, and you are skilled at translating strategic requirements into successful project outcomes. You take a structured, solutions-focused approach to delivery, with a strong focus on governance, risk, and continuous improvement.

You will possess:

• Tertiary qualification in Project Management, Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related discipline (or equivalent experience);
• Demonstrated experience delivering complex capital works projects in operational environments;
• Strong knowledge of project governance, procurement, contract administration, and risk management;
• Proven ability to manage budgets, schedules, and stakeholder expectations across multiple projects;
• Experience preparing executive reports, business cases, and project documentation;
• Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills; and
• Current driver’s licence (essential)

Don't meet every requirement? At UniSC, we understand that your work and life experiences can be just as valuable. If you're excited about this role but your CV doesn't align perfectly with our position description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or one of our many other opportunities.

UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context. For additional support during the application process, please contact us at unisc-careers@usc.edu.au or call +61 7 5430 2830.

Position Description: 494342_Senior Project Manager

UniSC values a diverse and talented workforce and invites applications from candidates who already have legal work rights in Australia.

All applications must be lodged through our website. To apply please visit our website at: Careers at UniSC

Applications for this position close midnight, Sunday 17 May 2026. 

Your completed application must include:

• a resume and a statement of suitability (not to exceed two pages), which be reviewed in alignment to the specified selection criteria as outlined within the position description.

We will be reviewing applications and contacting suitable candidates throughout the duration of this advertisement. We strongly encourage you to submit your interest as soon as possible.

Further information regarding how to prepare your application is available on our website: Join our team

UniSC does not accept unsolicited applications. For agency inquiries, contact unisc-careers@usc.edu.au

We would love the opportunity to get to know you better, but we know it works both ways. To get to know a little more about us, visit us at: Welcome to UniSC and LinkedIn Life

Have questions or want to know more? For a confidential discussion, please contact:

Jessica La Roche
Manager, Capital Delivery – Campus Development and Services
Telephone: 07 5456 5244
Email: jlaroche@usc.edu.au

Discover UniSC

We're all about doing work that matters, connecting with great people, and being part of an incredible journey. We’re not the biggest university. But we’re growing every day, and doing big things. Like ground-breaking research, championing sustainability, producing gold-winning athletes and award-winning alumni.

We're one of the fastest growing universities in Australia, growing to over 2,000 people across 5 campuses in South East Queensland and a growing footprint in major capital cities.

Teaching excellence is at the heart of what we do, and our commitment to sustainability is integrated into our teaching, research, and daily operations. Our research tackles the most pressing challenges of our time, with 13 fields ranked well above world standard in the Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) rankings, demonstrating outstanding performance across key disciplines. At UniSC, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the educational landscape and contribute to shaping the future for generations to come.

We foster a collaborative and supportive environment, encouraging continuous professional development and providing resources to enhance your career. We recognise and value the contributions of each team member to our culture and success. We're not afraid to be different, and we're looking for people who share our values and want to be part of a team that is working together to improve our local and global challenges.

Our Culture & Benefits:

• Our collaborative, passionate and welcoming culture is what really sets us apart.
• Modern teaching & research facilities.
• Professional development and career pathway opportunities.
• We are a proud recipient of the prestigious Athena SWAN Bronze Award, granted as part of the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) initiative.
• Flexible work arrangements & generous leave options.
• Salary packing options + 17% Super.
• EAP, fitness passport & discounted private health.