Program Manager

Job title : Program Manager
Location : Brisbane
Job type : Contract or Temp
Salary : 1200
Contact name : Shane Driver
Contact email : sdriver@sharpandcarter.com.au
Job reference : 1596742
We’re working with a large Queensland Government department to find an experienced Program Manager to lead the delivery of a major ICT program. This is a high-impact role overseeing a portfolio of interrelated projects, ensuring outcomes are delivered on time, on budget, and aligned with broader strategic goals.

The position is based in Carseldine, Brisbane’s northside, with flexible hybrid working (2–3 days on-site/week). A strong government background and the ability to manage complex stakeholder environments will be key.

Role / Responsibilities
  • Leading a coordinated program of multiple ICT projects, ensuring delivery aligns with business objectives and provides measurable value.
  • Guiding project managers and technical teams across the program, creating a collaborative, high-performing culture.
  • Partnering closely with stakeholders across business units and executive leadership to manage expectations, drive engagement, and keep projects on track.
  • Establishing governance, reporting, and quality assurance across the program, using frameworks like PRINCE2 and MSP.
  • Managing interdependencies, risks, and issues, ensuring proactive problem-solving and escalation where needed.
  • Championing benefits realisation and adoption – working closely with Change Management and other support teams to embed lasting outcomes.
  • Integrating Agile delivery practices where appropriate within a broader governance structure.
Skills / Experience
  • Proven experience managing large-scale ICT programs or portfolios, ideally in government or other complex environments.
  • Confident leadership across multidisciplinary teams, with a knack for motivating and aligning people around a common goal.
  • Excellent stakeholder management skills – credible, influential, and calm under pressure.
  • Strong grounding in PRINCE2 and MSP (or similar methodologies), with an adaptable mindset and familiarity with Agile ways of working.
  • Sharp strategic thinking and the ability to manage budgets, timelines, and competing priorities.
  • Experience working in or with the public sector will be highly regarded.
  
Please note - To be considered for this role you need to be Brisbane based and be happy to work at Carseldine 2-3 days a week

If you’d be keen to be considered please apply online attaching a copy of your CV in Word format.