Senior Project Controller

2 days ago

City of Brisbane, Australia Hitachi Vantara Corporation Full time

About Us

A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting‑edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in.

Description

Hitachi Rail is looking for an enthusiastic self‑motivated Senior Project Controller who thrives in a fast‑paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks from administrative to strategic. The position is based in Brisbane, Australia and will initially be offered as a 24‑month max term employee contract.

The Senior Project Controller is responsible for performing cost control functions and implementing and maintaining associated systems and processes. The role will provide budget allocation, cost forecasting, cash‑flow forecasting, cost review and variance analysis and cost reporting across the program, providing advice and guidance to the delivery teams.

The Senior Project Controller will engage with Project Management, Planning and Scheduling, Delivery, Commercial and Finance teams, and in turn will work with a diverse group of internal and external stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

- Ensure project monitoring, analysis and change control is applied throughout the project using best practice techniques.

- Undertake cost risk analysis, prepare budget allocations, cost forecasts, cash‑flow forecasts, and manage workload analysis.

- Analyse data to establish variances in initial estimates and final project costs, identify trends, risks and mitigation.

- Participate in reviews of tender pricing schedules, contractor forecasts, payment claims and variation claims; make suitable recommendations.

Skills & Experience

- Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar role.

- Worked in cost‑plus environment and can manage forecasting accordingly.

- Experience of planning and financial control in a complex project environment.

- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.

- Advanced MS Excel, SAP, and Primavera P6 skills.

- Knowledge of Rail / Transportation / Engineering sectors highly desirable.

- Having CPA/CA would be an added advantage.

- Demonstrates perseverance, patience and commitment for long‑term success.

At Hitachi Rail, we know that a diverse business is a sustainable business. Working collaboratively with a range of internal networks, we’re continuously improving our policies and products. From accessible, sustainable design to achieving a better gender balance. We base these efforts on our core values: Harmony, Sincerity, and Pioneering spirit. And by aligning with these, we’re able to create a workplace where people not only feel comfortable but are given opportunities to thrive.

Thank you for your interest in Hitachi Rail. If your application is of interest, we will be in contact. Please do not hesitate to discover more about us and our latest jobs at https://www.hitachirail.com/careers.

At Hitachi Rail, there is a place for everyone. We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment – we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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