Strategic Transformation and Implementation Specialist | PMO

Strategic Transformation and Implementation Specialist | PMO Our client, a large complex State Government Department, are currently seeking a Strategic Transformation and Implementation Specialist for an existing program of work to uplift capability across their portfolio of infrastructure capital works projects. Initial contract to start ASAP until 27/02/2026 with likely 6‑month extension option paying from $108/hr. Brisbane CBD location with flexibility to work from home 2 days per week. Overview Following the development of a divisional Business Transformation Plan, this role will support its implementation and will be responsible for: Translating the Business Transformation Plan (BTP) into a Transformation Roadmap with clear dependencies and deliverables. Leading initiative prioritisation activities to ensure resources are focused on the highest‑value outcomes. Establishing processes and frameworks to assess, sequence, and monitor transformation initiatives, projects and programs. Supporting governance and reporting to track progress against the BTP. Planning and Implementation Develop a practical and phased implementation plan for the transformation roadmap and BTP. Develop a detailed action plan to operationalise the roadmap, including accountabilities, owners, and timeframes. Define milestones, deliverables, and interdependencies across initiatives. Identify interdependencies and gaps in the current transformation portfolio, to ensure delivery of strategic objectives. Support the TMO in ensuring the plan aligns with strategic priorities, governance processes, and available resources. Governance and Frameworks Design and implement governance frameworks to support effective decision‑making and accountability. Establish tracking and reporting mechanisms to monitor implementation progress, dependencies, risks, issues, and benefits realisation and ensure alignment with divisional and departmental priorities. Support the TMO in preparing materials for governance committees (e.g. Steering Committee). Tools, Templates, and Processes Develop a suite of fit‑for‑purpose tools, templates, and processes to support consistent program and project management across initiatives (e.g. dependency maps). Standardise documentation, reporting, and communication to improve clarity and efficiency. Create easy‑to‑use guides or playbooks for business owners and initiative leads. Stakeholder Engagement and Support Work closely with initiative leads, program officers, and business areas to ensure tools and frameworks are understood and applied. Build strong relationships across the division to encourage adoption of consistent practices. Transfer knowledge/Produce and hand over a toolkit to the permanent TMO staff to support sustainability. Assurance and Risk Management Establish clear risk and issue management processes to support proactive identification and resolution. Ensure alignment with audit, compliance, and departmental standards. Provide assurance to executives that the implementation approach is robust, realistic, and monitored. Qualifications and Experience Strong knowledge and experience in program/project management methodologies (e.g., PRINCE2, MSP, P3O, Agile). Proven ability to develop and implement governance frameworks and tools in a transformation environment (including development of prioritisation frameworks). Demonstrated skills in change management, stakeholder engagement, and communication. Proven experience in strategy implementation, business transformation, or program/project management. High proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, SharePoint). Experience in the public sector or large, complex organisations (desirable). To submit your application, in strict confidence, please submit your resume in Word Format using the appropriate link quoting reference No. . Should you require further information please email Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Hudson Hudson is committed to helping you find a workplace where you feel respected, supported, and free to thrive. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences—because when different voices come together, amazing things happen. Casual Loading Please note for all Australian based contract and temporary roles only, the pay rate is inclusive of mandatory 25% casual loading. This excludes permanent and fixed term roles. Seniority level Not Applicable Employment type Contract Job function Information Technology Industries Government Administration #J-18808-Ljbffr