Principal Program Controls Analyst

976093
- Osborne
- Henderson
- Finance / Accounting
- Program / Project Management
- Full time
- Closing on: Jul 26 2025

ASC is Australia’s submarine company. We built the Royal Australian Navy’s Collins Class submarines, sustain them, and are now delivering their Life of Type Extension to increase the boats’ service lives. We have also been selected by the Australian Government to sustain and jointly build the nation’s nuclear-powered submarines - the largest and most complex industrial undertaking in Australia’s history.

Our work is interesting and meaningful, contributing directly to Australia’s national security. We offer rewarding roles that provide the opportunity to grow your career, and the flexibility to balance life and work. A career at ASC is like no other, delivering a deeper purpose we can all be proud of.

**About the Opportunity**

The **Principal Project Controls Analyst** is the focal point for Earned Value Management (EVM) and cost reporting here at ASC. They are charged with day-to-day management of the Project Controls function across multiple projects and hold governance via delegation from the Project Controls Manager over ASC’s Earned Value Management System (EVMS), Baseline Change Management and Cost Forecasting at the Project and/or Control Account level within the CCSM Program.

This is a full-time, permanent position, based in Henderson, WA.

**Responsibilities**
- Engage with all stakeholders on EVM, Cost Forecasting and Baseline Change Management for all Maintenance Availabilities, Survey & Quote Projects and Class Services within the CCSM Program.
- Manage and facilitate compliance by all relevant stakeholders to ASC-11950 Earned Value Management Plan.
- Schedule and chair regular meetings with area managers within business areas noted above and all other relevant team members.
- Manage the maintenance of EV and cost data in accordance with the requirements of AS4817-2006/2019 and the associated Defence supplement.
- Consolidate and present EV Reporting at the Project level to the relevant stakeholders.
- Facilitate monthly forecast review meetings with PMs/CAMs to discuss EV in relation to project status of cost and schedule, risk and mitigation required to bring project within required tolerances and co-ordinate forecasting and required Variance at Complete (VAC) Analysis.

**About You**
- Tertiary qualifications in Project Management, Commerce/Economics, Engineering and/or equivalent experience.
- At least 7 years’ experience within Project Controls, Cost Control, Cost Estimating, Project Accounting or Project Planning/Scheduling.
- Demonstrated ability to facilitate the effective implementation and execution of standard (good) practice of Earned Value Management including Baseline Change Management, Variance Analysis, Earned Value Analysis and Schedule Management in accordance with ASC-11950 EVMP and AS4817-2006/2019 & Defence Supplement.
- Demonstrated competency in interpretation of contractual terms and conditions and facilitation of the delivery of periodic deliverables in accordance with contractual reporting requirements.
- Advanced skills and understanding of COBRA, Primavera P6, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word and Microsoft PowerPoint and Power BI.

**Eligibility**

This role requires a current National Police Clearance, an Australian Defence Security Clearance and an ability to access protected US defence technology. Your eligibility for this role is dependent on you obtaining and maintaining such clearances and approvals.

To check your eligibility please visit the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA) website.

**Benefits**
- Unique and challenging work with a deeper purpose.
- Up to 10 days additional leave every year so you can rest and recharge.
- Generous parental leave so you can give your family the focus it deserves.
- Subsidised childcare to ease the financial pressure on your family.
- Health and wellbeing initiatives so you can perform at your best at work.
- Professional development opportunities to advance your career.
- A diverse and supportive environment where you can thrive.
- Discounts and exclusive offers from leading Australian brands to help you save.

**About ASC**

Established in 1985, ASC’s 1900-plus staff offer a depth of submarine design, project management, supply chain, construction and engineering experience and expertise that is unparalleled in Australia’s defence industry. The company’s work on Australia’s nuclear-powered submarine build and the Collins Class Life of Type Extension takes place in Osborne, South Australia, with sustainment shared across Osborne and Henderson, Western Australia. ASC also plays a leading role in training Royal Australian Navy submariners.