Project Controls Specialist

13 hours ago

Townsville, Australia NES Fircroft Full time

We are currently recruiting an experienced Project Controls Specialist to join our client on an initial 12-month contract supporting a major mining project exceeding $100M in value. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a high-performing project delivery team and play a key role in ensuring schedule and cost performance across all project phases. Key Responsibilities - Develop, maintain, and update project schedules using Primavera P6. - Monitor and report on project performance, cost, and schedule variances. - Assist in project forecasting, budgeting, and cost control activities. - Support project reporting and progress tracking in line with client and internal standards. - Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to ensure accurate project data and performance metrics. - Identify and communicate risks, opportunities, and potential deviations from plan. About You - Minimum 2+ years’ experience in project controls, with strong background in planning and cost control. - Proven experience working on large-scale projects (>$100M), ideally within the mining or resources sector. - Proficiency in Primavera P6 is essential. - Strong analytical and reporting skills with attention to detail. - Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. - Brisbane-based, with ability to attend site 2 days per fortnight. What’s on Offer - Initial 12-month contract. - Work on a major mining project with a collaborative and supportive team. - Hybrid working arrangement – flexible office and site schedule. If you are interested in this role or a confidential chat, please email your CV to sarah.kennerley@nesfircroft.com With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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