Project Support Coordinator

Project Support Coordinator – Whizdom Join to apply for the Project Support Coordinator role at Whizdom. Base pay range: A$85.00/hr - A$105.00/hr. Actual pay will be based on your skills and experience – talk with recruiter to learn more. About our client This distinguished Australian public research institution is in Brisbane, Queensland, and is widely renowned "for the real world" due to its deep‑stated connections with industry and its strong emphasis on practical, career‑focused education and high‑impact research. About the role Our client requires an experienced Project Coordinator to support the administrative delivery of digital initiatives, including management of activities that support program and project delivery across master schedule definition and maintenance, registers management, events and committee coordination, and governance obligations. Key Responsibilities Contributing to planning, executing and monitoring project schedule, budgets, resources, and overall strategy. Establish and monitor key project performance indicators. Contribute to the effective management and monitoring of the Project in collaboration with the Project Manager. Analyse project data and produce insights to optimise project performance. Identify problems and shortfalls and propose solutions to address issues and mitigate risks. Provide operational support including liaising with relevant stakeholders where necessary. Prepare, review, and maintain project documentation and reports, including presentations, meeting minutes and committee actions. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure the highest level of project delivery. Support project managers with artefacts and workspaces, updating relevant project registers regularly to support compliance reporting. Monitor project progress and report status to Project team and stakeholders as required. Utilise tools such as MS Project, Teams, SharePoint and or similar software to assist in project coordination and scheduling. Coordinate invoices and purchase orders with financial resources and vendors to ensure smooth project delivery. Manage project risks by collating and presenting relevant information from the project risk register to relevant stakeholders. Prepare governance material for project leaders and managers as required. Provide support to the Stage Gate Review process, working closely with the Project Manager and PMO Analysts to ensure project successfully gates on time. Manage document control process for the project to ensure information is stored correctly and in accordance with PMO. Provide a range of administrative services, including coordinating project and/or team meetings and preparing papers, to support project management delivery. Skills and Experience Education: A bachelor’s degree in management, business, or a related field. Experience: Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Project Coordinator or similar role. Highly Desirable Higher Education sector or Government experience. What's on offer Located in Brisbane with a hybrid working arrangement. 12‑month initial contract with 12‑month extension. How to Apply Please upload your resume to apply. We will be in touch with further instructions for suitably skilled candidates. Please note that you will be required to complete selection criteria to complete your application for this role. Contact: Call George Wright on or email for any further information. Candidates will need to be willing to undergo pre‑employment screening checks which may include ID and work rights, security clearance verification and other client requested checks. Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level | Employment type: Contract | Job function: Project Management | Industries: Government Administration. #J-18808-Ljbffr