AO8 Manager Infrastructure Investment
Lead infrastructure investment programs that support growth, partnerships and thriving communities across Queensland.
Who we are:
Economic Development Queensland (EDQ)is a Queensland Government agency that unlocks land and accelerates housing, planning and infrastructure delivery—creating livable places and enabling economic growth. Our work helps deliver safe, secure and affordable homes and supports thriving communities across the state.
Empowered by the Economic Development Act 2012, EDQ has unique planning and approval powers to help unblock complex projects and bring development-ready land to market. Our purpose is simple: help Queenslanders find a place to call home, create more jobs closer to home, and support livable communities that reflect Queensland’s way of life.
We work across government and with industry to attract investment, enable jobs and deliver projects that make a measurable difference for Queenslanders.
About the Role:
The Manager, Infrastructure Investment oversees infrastructure funding programs and agreements that help unlock development-ready land, including within Priority Development Areas, across Queensland.
Lead infrastructure funding programs and agreements that support development-ready land in Priority Development Areas and across Queensland
Manage agreements and contracts, including key terms, requirements, negotiations and delivery obligations
Oversee grants and loan program delivery, reporting, budgets, financial forecasting and invoice processing
Prepare drafts, briefing notes and advice on infrastructure matters, agreements, regulatory requirements and reforms
Work with government, legal, industry and other stakeholders to deliver infrastructure where and when it is needed
Provide general team management and leadership to support delivery priorities; travel may be required
About You:
We are looking for a proactive and self-motivated leader with strong communication, emotional intelligence, problem-solving, contract management, negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills.
Qualifications in infrastructure planning, law or a related discipline will be highly regarded
Local government experience and infrastructure agreement experience will be highly regarded
Strong communication, leadership, negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence and build trusted relationships
Experience managing grants, loan programs, contracts or infrastructure agreements will be highly regarded
General team management experience, with the ability to lead delivery, support others and maintain momentum in a fast-paced environment
Adaptable, resilient and collaborative, with sound judgement and a solutions-focused approach to complex issues
Why Choose EDQ:
If you’re motivated by purpose and impact, you’ll fit right in at EDQ. You will also be able to enjoy the following:
Flexible and agile ways of working
Generous leave and 12.75% superannuation
Learning, development and career pathways
Modern workplaces designed for collaboration
Inclusive culture that values diversity and cultural capability
Access for you and your family to hundreds of gyms, pools and fitness facilities in your area at very low cost
Join us and make a meaningful impact for Queensland—submit your application now.
Applications close: Friday, 7 August 2026
- Locations
- Brisbane Office
About Economic Development Queensland
Economic Development Queensland (EDQ) is the Queensland Government’s land use planning and land activation agency.
We play a critical role in unlocking land, supporting the delivery of homes, creating jobs and enabling liveable communities across the state. Backed by the Economic Development Act 2012, EDQ has unique planning and approval powers that enable us to remove barriers, accelerate development and deliver outcomes at scale and pace.
At EDQ, we are guided by a clear purpose: giving Queenslanders a place to call home, delivering more jobs closer to home by helping businesses grow, and supporting liveable communities that reflect Queensland’s way of life.