The Principal Project Officer will primarily manage complex property acquisition projects for the department. The focus for this position is to optimise site outcomes in accordance with housing need and program requirements. The Principal Project Officer supports the department's acquisition program through applying their property expertise to identify, investigate, recommend and oversee the acquisition of properties suitable for use as social housing. The Principal Project Officer liaises a range of key internal and external stakeholders to provide timely property advice and contribute to the urgent need for the ongoing delivery of social housing. What you will be doing:- Managing the sourcing, review, assessment, negotiation, contracting, due diligence and internal approval processes to acquire properties that will fulfil social housing program requirements.- Applying expert knowledge to provide high level advice and assistance in the coordination of forward years' acquisition programs, to meet specific and future needs of the department.- Liaising with external service providers to investigate alternative procurement methods that enable the continuous supply of effective housing solutions.- Providing advice to senior management regarding the planning of acquisition programs.- Liaising with other areas within the department regarding policy, planning and service delivery issues.- Preparing high level reports, submissions, and briefs for senior management on complex property matters in relation to property acquisition and capital delivery.- Supporting and helping maintain a workplace safety culture by ensuring that all policies and practices concerning Workplace Health and Safety are applied and a part of day-to-day operations. Mandatory Requirements:Drivers LicenceAlthough not mandatory, a property related degree would be highly regarded. Applications to remain current for 12 months. Job Ad Reference: QLD/667129/25Closing Date: Thursday, 6 October 2025
