Project Governance

3 weeks ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia at Full time
Project Governance & Assurance Lead (Project Controls)

Utility Careers is partnering with a forward-thinking Queensland based infrastructure authority to recruit a Project Governance & Assurance Lead. This Mount Isa based role has been created to strengthen reporting, cost control, and delivery assurance across a growing capital works program that spans water treatment, distribution, and energy transmission infrastructure.

Working closely with the General Manager – Capital Projects and senior leadership, this position plays a vital role in establishing project governance frameworks, managing financial oversight, and delivering actionable insights across the capital portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead CAPEX forecasting, cost tracking, and reporting across multi-year capital infrastructure projects.
  • Develop and manage performance dashboards tracking budget, schedule, and delivery metrics using project management software and other tools.
  • Implement governance processes to support risk management, stage-gate reviews, audit readiness, and reporting compliance.
  • Support the rollout and configuration of project software tools across project delivery teams.
  • Provide accurate variance analysis, invoice approvals, and change control processes aligned with internal procurement policies.
  • Collaborate across engineering, finance, procurement, and legal teams to support integrated project delivery.
  • Act as a key contributor to regulatory reporting and strategic investment planning.

About You

This is a hands-on role for a commercially minded governance and reporting professional who enjoys structure, systems, and bringing clarity to complex infrastructure programs. You are confident navigating between technical teams and executives, and you bring a mindset that's both analytical and solutions focused.

Ideal candidates will have:

  • Strong experience in project controls, commercial analysis, or governance within capital-intensive sectors (utilities, infrastructure, local government, etc).
  • Proven ability to build and manage dashboards, financial models, and performance reporting frameworks.
  • Knowledge of project software platforms, particularly Monday.com or similar.
  • Experience working within regulated or publicly funded environments.
  • Degree-qualified in Business, Finance, Engineering, or Project Management (CPA, PMP, or equivalent highly regarded).
  • High attention to detail and a proactive approach to continuous improvement.

What's on Offer

  • A newly created lead role reporting directly to the GM – Capital Projects.
  • Competitive salary package based on experience.
  • Influence the rollout of new systems and frameworks from the ground up.
  • Join a mission-led organisation delivering water security and infrastructure reliability to regional communities.
  • Career development in a values-driven environment, with support from a highly experienced leadership team.
  • Opportunity to work from home and travel to HO in Mount Isa as required.

How to Apply

If you're an experienced commercial analyst, project controller, or governance professional looking to play a strategic role in critical infrastructure delivery, this is an opportunity to step into a position with real impact.

Alternatively, click "Apply" and follow the prompts. Applications will be reviewed and progressed on a first-come, first-served basis.

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