Project Controller

RPS is an established leader in delivering offshore and coastal marine environmental science projects and are leaders in the offshore wind development sector. With 5,000 employees across 125 countries, we are a global organisation with a connected outlook and approach. Our project teams work across geographies to support our clients' consenting and environmental assessment needs across the globe.

**_Are you ready to join us and be part of the Australia's journey to net zero?_**

If so, we have an opportunity for a talented and passionate Project Controller to partner with our project managers and play a critical role in the successful delivery of significant infrastructure projects, including Australia's first offshore wind farm. You'll be part of a deeply experienced, multi-disciplinary Place & Environment team.

**ABOUT THE ROLE**

As a critical member of the team, you will collaborate with project managers to deliver infrastructure projects in our Melbourne environment and approvals team, ensuring projects are delivered to budget and client expectations.

This is a permanent part time opportunity (3 to 4 days) based in Melbourne.

**YOUR IMPACT**
- Cost control, budgeting and cash flow maintenance. Administering projects in Dynamics365
- Provide monthly project reporting, including budgets, forecasts and cost to complete
- Provide financial input to project change requests, and update budgets and forecasts once approved
- Review sub-consultant and internal invoices for accuracy and recommend for payment
- Prepare monthly invoicing and forecasting
- Maintain relationships with subcontractors, our client and people on project control related activities.

**ABOUT YOU**

Like our best performers, you will be a driven and energetic professional, with strong verbal and written communication skills. You have the confidence to take the initiative to solve problems. You love to roll up your sleeves and get stuff done, you work well under pressure and to tight deadlines without compromising the quality of your work. You're unquestionably a people person with exceptional interpersonal skills which assist you to negotiate tricky situations while you build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders.

You will also have:

- Three years' experience in a project or financial controller role for a consulting firm or similar
- Proven ability to manage complex project budgets, including cost control, variation management and procurement.
- Proven track record in preparing forecasts and invoices for major projects or businesses
- High quality report-writing abilities and a passion to shape planning outcomes.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
- Knowledge of Dynamics 365 is well regarded, however on the job training is available
- Tertiary qualifications in accounting or finance
- Demonstrated experience managing portfolios of up to $50M
- Understanding of procurement, invoicing, cost control and forecasting

**WHAT"S ON OFFER**

Along with a competitive salary, RPS provides a diverse and inclusive work environment amongst a team of dedicated and pragmatic environmental experts. RPS offers many benefits to ensure your professional development & well-being:

- Flexible/Hybrid work arrangements
- Professional Membership p.a. reimbursement
- Paid Parental and Partner Leave.
- $250 Active Lifestyle Allowance p.a.
- Defence Reservist Leave
- Additional Annual Leave Purchase Scheme + Salary Packaging;
- Professional and Technical Development Programs including Study Assistance and eLearning etc
- Active Social Clubs, Employee Assistance Program, Service Recognition and more++

**ABOUT US**

Founded in 1970, RPS is a leading global professional services firm. We define, design and manage projects that create shared value by solving problems that matter to a complex, urbanising and resource-scarce world. In the Australia Asia Pacific region, we have more than 1,400 staff across 25 offices.

Globally, we are a leader providing of environment services to the offshore wind, renewables and infrastructure sectors.

**Our Approach**

Our people live our purpose, deliver our promise, and demonstrate our behaviours every day. Our behaviours define who we are. Developed by our people, they underpin everything that we do. They create the memorable experiences we are known for and make RPS a great place to do great work. 'Stronger Together' is one of our five core behaviours and it is inherent in creating an inclusive workplace: 'We are respectful, acknowledge diversity, and recognise the potential and contribution of everyone. We bring out the best in one another, always assuming best intent. People who learn and grow thrive in our business, sharing in our success.'

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