Project Controls Manager

Overview

Brilliant people trusted to do brilliant things

Mott MacDonald is a vibrant and forward-thinking engineering, management, and development consultancy. Working together as a global team we plan, design, deliver and maintain the transport, energy, water, buildings, and wider infrastructure that is integral to people’s daily lives. We value excellence in every dimension of our business and continuously seek opportunities to improve what we do and how we do it.

We employ brilliant people who combine their diverse skills and experiences to achieve brilliant things. Whether you want to specialise or broaden your experience, you/'ll be supported by global specialists eager to share their expertise. With numerous opportunities to learn and grow, the possibilities are as diverse as our people. Working as a connected global team, we deliver impactful projects that shape the future.

Our Defence and Security Division team within our Australian business are looking for a Project Controls Manager to run our major multidisciplinary design projects supporting new build infrastructure in Adelaide. As well as leading these new and existing projects, this position will play an active role in improving our project controls processes and approach, driving both delivery excellence and efficiency in our business.

Responsibilities

- Cost control, budgeting, forecasting and monitoring
- Management of change control process
- Contract administration and control
- Providing cost information for the monthly reports and weekly manhour reports
- Managing the invoicing and payment process
- Providing cost information on discrete projects and packages
- Managing the budget including forecasting spend & monitoring earned value (if adopted)
- Play a leading role in developing the growth of our Defence business
- Provide mentorship to staff seeking to develop their knowledge and experience in delivery

About You

- 10-15 years of experience leading Defence and Nuclear project delivery in the fields of cost management
- Tertiary qualifications relevant to project management, cost management or accountancy
- Experience in civil or naval nuclear programs, radiopharmaceuticals, oil and gas or Rail (applicants from other high-hazard industries will be considered)
- Chartered Engineer or Project Manager (preferred but not essential)
- Ability to demonstrate successful delivery of major infrastructure programmes throughout the whole project lifecycle
- Current AU security clearance (or eligibility to obtain one)

As a recognised Veteran Employment Supporter and signatory to the Veteran Employment Commitment, we actively encourage applications from current and former Australian Defence Force personnel.

Mott MacDonald celebrates diversity and inclusion, offering a supportive work environment that values work-life balance, diversity, inclusion, and equity. We welcome diverse applicants, including First Nations People, people with disabilities, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and people of all genders, neurodiversity, cultural backgrounds, age groups, and those with intersectional identities.

Benefits

- Agile working environment, supporting our people to work flexibly
- Life, personal accident, and salary continuance insurance
- Employee resource groups including the Inclusive Network for Women, Corporate Social Responsibility and more
- Annual Health Checks and ongoing professional development

You’ve got this

We endorse a diverse and inclusive workplace, and look to provide suitable opportunities for employees including the opportunity for part time and job shared roles where possible. If you are interested in this role and looking for a part time permanent opportunity, please apply #LI-RZ1

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