Strategic Projects Manager – Maritime Infrastructure

We’re seeking a strategic and solutions-focused Project Manager (Strategy & Planning) to join Maritime Safety Queensland’s Boat Harbours team, driving one of the state’s most significant maritime planning programs.

This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of Queensland’s State Boat Harbours portfolio, ensuring safe, efficient, and sustainable access for recreational and commercial vessels. You’ll be part of a collaborative team delivering high-impact planning initiatives that support tourism, industry, and community outcomes.


What You’ll Be Doing
In this dynamic and non-engineering role, you’ll be responsible for:

• Leading the State Boat Harbour Master Planning Program (SBHMPP), including project planning, governance, and delivery of individual harbour master plans.
• Engaging and managing specialist consultants to deliver planning studies and investigations.
• Coordinating stakeholder engagement across government agencies, local councils, and industry bodies.
• Supporting procurement processes, including tender documentation and evaluation.
• Overseeing contract administration, progress claims, variations, and contractor performance.
• Monitoring financial performance, maintaining accurate forecasts and milestone reporting.
• Managing project schedules and risk registers, proactively addressing emerging issues.
• Preparing reports and advice to inform government decision-making.
• Ensuring compliance with departmental policies, safety standards, and sustainability objectives.

About You
You’re a proactive project leader who thrives in complex, multi-stakeholder environments and brings a flexible, solutions-driven mindset. You’re passionate about strategic planning and delivering projects that create long-term value. You’ll bring:

• Experience in strategic planning projects, ideally with qualifications in town planning, transport planning, or related fields.
• Strong background in project management within government or infrastructure contexts.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and contractor management skills.
• Well-developed written and verbal communication, with the ability to simplify complex ideas.
• Understanding of relevant legislative, policy, and planning frameworks.
• Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively, with occasional intrastate travel.
• Familiarity with project systems such as 3PCM, SAP, or MS Project (advantageous).

Why Apply?

• Immediate start through to 29 May 2026, with potential extensions up to 24 months.
• Play a pivotal role in shaping Queensland’s maritime infrastructure strategy.
• Work within a high-performing team at Maritime Safety Queensland, with travel across the state.
• Competitive daily rate and flexible work arrangements within TMR business hours.

Apply now by uploading your updated CV. For any questions, feel free to reach out to Max Brown at max.brown@chandlermacleod.com.


At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.

You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.