Project Controls Analyst/Controller

ASC External; Cockburn; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Additional annual leave

Parental leave

Childcare subsidies

Health & wellbeing programs

Professional development

Diversity & inclusion

Brand discounts

Job summary

ASC Pty Ltd in Australia is seeking a Project Cost Analyst/Controller to support cost control, forecasting and Earned Value Management for a major maintenance availability. You will partner with Project Managers, CAMs and stakeholders to provide timely analysis and actionable recommendations that drive project performance and delivery outcomes.

The role requires 2+ years in project controls, strong Excel skills and the ability to communicate clearly with cross‑functional teams.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in Project Controls, Cost Control or a project delivery environment.
• EVM experience including AS4817:2006.
• Advanced Excel; ability to interpret and present complex project data.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Support cost control, forecasting and Earned Value Management (EVM) for a major maintenance availability.
• Prepare and maintain EVM and project performance reports with insights on cost, schedule and forecast.
• Analyze project data to identify trends, variances and risks; support corrective actions.
• Partner with Project Managers, CAMs and stakeholders to advise on cost, schedule and performance.
• Gather, validate and analyse cost, progress and forecast data from multiple systems to ensure reporting accuracy.
• Promote project controls best practice and EVM processes; support baseline change management.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of reporting, data quality and stakeholder decision-making.

Skills

Project controls

Earned Value Management (EVM)

Advanced Excel

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Related discipline degree (PM, Engineering, Commerce, Economics)

Job description

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.

About the Opportunity

The Project Cost Analyst/Controller will play a critical role in supporting delivery of cost control, forecasting, Earned Value Management (EVM) and project performance reporting across a major maintenance availability. Supporting a designated project area, you will partner with Project Managers, Control Account Managers (CAMs) and key stakeholders to provide accurate analysis, insights and recommendations that drive project performance and successful delivery outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of project cost control, forecasting and Earned Value Management (EVM) activities for a major maintenance availability, supporting project performance and successful delivery outcomes
• Prepare and maintain EVM and project performance reports, providing meaningful analysis and insights on cost, schedule and forecast performance
• Analyse project data, identify emerging trends, variances and risks, and support the development of corrective actions and mitigation strategies
• Partner with Project Managers, Control Account Managers (CAMs) and other stakeholders to provide trusted advice on cost, schedule and project performance
• Gather, validate and analyse cost, progress and forecast information from multiple business systems to ensure the accuracy and integrity of project controls reporting
• Promote project controls best practice by supporting the effective application of EVM processes, baseline change management and performance measurement frameworks
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance reporting, data quality, project controls processes and stakeholder decision-making

About you

• Qualifications in Project Management, Engineering, Commerce, Economics or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience
• 2+ years' experience within Project Controls, Cost Control, Cost Management or a project delivery environment
• Earned Value Management (EVM) experience, including exposure to the Australian standard earned value management AS4817:2006, cost and schedule performance analysis, forecasting and variance management
• Demonstrated expertise in project cost control, forecasting, variance analysis and performance reporting
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, with the ability to analyse, interpret and present complex project data
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships across project teams
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities, with the agility to learn quickly and adapt in a dynamic project environment

Eligibility

This role requires a current National Police Clearance and an Australian Defence Security Clearance to a NV1 level. Your eligibility for this role is dependent on you obtaining and maintaining such clearance.

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

Benefits

• Unique and challenging work with a deeper purpose.
• Flexibility over how, when and where you work for the best work/life balance.
• 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.