Project Controls Lead

ATCO Structures & Logistics Pty Ltd; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EAP

Growth opportunities

Education support

Superannuation boosts

Own company shares

Travel discounts

Job summary

ATCO Structures & Logistics is seeking an experienced Project Controls Lead to oversee planning, scheduling, forecasting and performance measurement across major projects in Australia.

You will develop controls frameworks, integrated schedules (WBS), dashboards and KPIs, mentor junior staff and partner with delivery, commercial and client teams to achieve milestones. Strong Primavera P6, EVM, and Excel skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Advanced Primavera P6 scheduling experience.
• Experience in project planning, scheduling, forecasting and performance reporting.
• Strong knowledge of cost control, resource planning and progress measurement.
• Experience applying Earned Value Management (EVM).
• Advanced Excel and reporting including dashboards.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to influence project outcomes with data-driven recommendations.
• Experience on EPC/Design & Construct environments is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of project controls frameworks, systems and governance processes.
• Develop and maintain integrated project schedules, baselines and WBS.
• Lead planning, scheduling, progress measurement and reporting across all phases.
• Monitor performance against schedule, cost, productivity and resources targets.
• Prepare cost, resource, cash flow and completion forecasts.
• Implement Earned Value Management (EVM) methodologies.
• Analyse project data, trends, risks and opportunities.
• Develop dashboards, KPIs and reports for internal and client stakeholders.
• Partner with project delivery, commercial and client teams to milestones.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to project controls personnel.

Skills

Primavera P6

Scheduling

Forecasting

Cost control

Excel

Dashboards

Stakeholder mgmt

Data analysis

Earned Value

Tools

Excel

Dashboard software

Job description

Make your mark across ATCO's major projects

At ATCO Structures & Logistics, we design, manufacture and deliver innovative modular building and infrastructure solutions across Australia. From workforce accommodation and major project facilities to permanent modular buildings, our teams support some of Australia's largest mining, energy, government and infrastructure projects.

As our Major Projects portfolio continues to grow, we're looking for an experienced Project Controls Lead to provide leadership and oversight across planning, scheduling, forecasting, progress measurement and project performance.

Why ATCO?

• Permanent full-time position within our growing Major Projects team.
• Join a global leader in modular construction and infrastructure solutions.
• Work across major infrastructure, energy and construction projects.
• Genuine career development and progression opportunities within a global business.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Employee Share Purchase Plan.

About the Role

As our Project Controls Lead, you'll be responsible for developing and maintaining robust project controls systems that provide clear visibility across schedule, cost, productivity, resources and project risk.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead the development and implementation of project controls frameworks, systems and governance processes.
• Develop and maintain integrated project schedules, baselines and Work Breakdown Structures (WBS).
• Lead planning, scheduling, progress measurement and reporting across all project phases.
• Monitor project performance against schedule, cost, productivity and resource targets.
• Prepare and maintain cost, resource, cash flow and completion forecasts.
• Implement Earned Value Management (EVM) and performance measurement methodologies.
• Analyse project data, trends, risks and opportunities to support informed decision-making.
• Develop dashboards, KPIs and performance reports for internal and client stakeholders.
• Partner with project delivery, commercial and client teams to achieve project milestones and contractual outcomes.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to project controls personnel while driving continuous improvement.

About You

You're an experienced Project Controls professional with a strong understanding of complex, large‑scale project environments and the ability to turn project data into meaningful insights.

You'll bring:

• Advanced Primavera P6 scheduling experience.
• Demonstrated experience in project planning, scheduling, forecasting and performance reporting.
• Strong knowledge of cost control, resource planning and progress measurement.
• Experience applying Earned Value Management (EVM) methodologies.
• Advanced Excel and reporting capabilities, including dashboard development and performance analysis.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• The ability to influence project outcomes through clear, data‑driven recommendations.
• Experience working across major mining, energy, oil & gas, infrastructure or modular construction projects will be highly regarded, particularly within EPC, EPCM or Design & Construct environments.
• Experience with quantity‑based progress measurement, earned‑hour methodologies, brownfield or greenfield projects, contract administration or project commercial management will also be advantageous.

You must have the right to live and work in Australia to be considered for this opportunity.

ATCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women and people from diverse backgrounds. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with fairness, dignity and respect.

With more than 75 years of experience in the Modular Construction industry, ATCO Structures designs and manufactures modular buildings in Australia and around the globe for temporary or permanent installation. Our product range provides a flexible and rapid building solution that can be used across all industries/sectors. We have sales branches and manufacturing facilities located throughout Australia with friendly staff that are ready to welcome you and your knowledge into #TeamATCO.

Perks and benefits

• Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunities to Move and Grow the Right Way
• Education Assistance & Career Growth
• Superannuation Boosts
• Own a Piece of the Company
• Employee Travel Discounts