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Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Onsite
About This Opportunity
Lead the digital blueprint of The University of Queensland.
UQ’s campuses bring together heritage buildings, contemporary teaching spaces, world-class research facilities and complex infrastructure. Behind every project, asset decision and operational plan is a critical layer of digital information that must be accurate, accessible and built for the future.
As Principal Digital Modelling Officer, you will lead UQ’s Digital Modelling Office and shape how built-environment information is created, governed, connected and used across our diverse property portfolio.
This is a rare opportunity to combine hands-on BIM and digital engineering expertise with strategic influence and people leadership. You will set the direction for UQ’s digital modelling capability, lead a collaborative specialist team and work closely with senior leaders, project teams, consultants and contractors to improve the quality and value of our property information.
Your work will directly support capital projects, campus operations, asset management and long-term planning, helping UQ make smarter, more confident decisions about its built environment.
Key responsibilities will include:
About You
You are an experienced BIM, digital engineering or built-environment information leader who can move confidently between detailed technical work and strategic organisational conversations.
You understand that digital models are more than project deliverables. They are valuable operational assets that support better planning, safer delivery and more informed decision-making throughout the asset lifecycle.
About UQ
As part of the UQ community, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, working together to create a better world. Join a visionary and inclusive community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available.
Enjoy up to 26 weeks paid parental and primary care leave, 17% super, 17.5% leave loading, flexible and hybrid working options, health and wellbeing programs, a heavily discounted Study for Staff program, on-campus childcare, affordable parking, and salary packaging.
Interested?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Jake Williams at jake.williams@uq.edu.au.
For application enquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number below in the subject line.
When you apply, please ensure you upload a resume and cover letter summarising how your background aligns with the ‘About You’ section.
Please note that applications received via email will not be accepted.
Other Information
Pre-employment checks may include verification of the right to work in Australia, qualifications, criminal history checks. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.
You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer-sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.
We’re dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We recognise that career pathways and opportunities differ, and encourage applications from candidates who may not meet every criterion but can demonstrate their potential relative to opportunity. We’re also happy to support any accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process. Just let us know how we can help by emailing talent@uq.edu.au or calling +61 7 3365 2623.
Applications close Sunday 15 November 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-69251).
