The opportunity
As a Project Controls Officer, you will report into the Project Controls Manager and work on portfolio of capital projects in various stages of lifecycle in the water, wastewater and sewage treatment environment.
This full-time permanent role and will be based out of our client’s office in Mango Hill with on-site parking available.
What you’ll do
Assume financial control of various projects including budget allocation from estimate based on agreed WBS, populate, maintain and forecast performance utilising established forecasting tools
Ensuring sufficient investigation is undertaken of related budget prior to incurring commitments.
Updating the ERP tool with project level financial position and forecasts
Assist with control of progress payment schedules to sub-contractors and suppliers by understanding payment terms, coding and change management
Create client payment claims & invoices in the ERP system
Ensure accuracy of project costs and associated allocations
Analyse cost and schedule data to identify trends and potential risk areas.
Implement change management principles to address changes in project scope
Report and elevate any situation that may result in serious impact or harm to business performance or reputation.
What we offer
Employee benefits including health and wellness initiatives
Access to Downer Group benefits
Flexible working arrangements / hybrid working
Personalised career development and growth working with an industry leading team.
Competitive remuneration package
Safety focused culture working within in leading services industry
Management support coupled with ongoing training and mentoring
Career enhancing opportunity to work within an ASX limited company
What we’re looking for
10+ years on the job experience, tertiary qualification in finance or engineering/construction is not required but will be advantageous
Experience with project management principles and on capital construction projects where extensive use of sub-contractors was deployed is desirable
Strong Excel and numerical skills and understanding of Budget vs Commitment
Familiarity with ERP and Project Management systems (JDE, SAP, Oracle, Contruent, InEight, etc)
Solid understanding of scheduling fundamentals and related software
‘About Energy & Utilities…
Downer's Energy & Utilities business unit is an integrated trans-Tasman team, providing services and solutions that connect communities to essential networks and infrastructure. We design, build, operate and maintain today's critical assets and networks, delivering complete services across the water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial and power generation sectors. Our expertise spans in-house technical smarts, specialist engineering, integrated OEM partners, and dedicated crews of qualified tradespeople.
Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.
How to apply
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