Project Controls Manager

Nacap; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Remuneration

16 weeks paid parental leave

22 days annual leave

Novated Leasing

Free onsite parking

Career Growth opportunities

Flexibility and wellbeing

Job summary

Nacap is seeking an experienced Project Controls Manager to lead cost control and scheduling at its Doncaster, Melbourne head office. You will drive standardized practices, governance, and portfolio reporting across Australia and PNG, delivering hands-on cost control and cross-functional guidance to Operations, Procurement, Commercial, and Finance teams.

As a senior leader, you will mentor the project controls team, implement industry best practices such as earned value management, and

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Finance, Business Management, Engineering, or related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years' experience in project controls, cost control, project/construction management, commercial/contracts, estimating, engineering, or quantity surveying.
• Strong written and oral communication skills for reports, procedures, and proposals.
• Expertise in interpreting schedules, risk management, and cost management frameworks.
• Experience managing large infrastructure projects with safety, quality, schedule, and budget focus.
• Proficiency in Power BI for data analysis and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage cost control and scheduling capability including systems and processes.
• Coordinate, develop, and mentor the project controls team across the portfolio.
• Drive cost control governance including WBS, budgeting, forecasting, and cost close-out.
• Ensure tender costs align with budget structures.
• Support Estimating Manager with cash flow forecasts and contract programme.
• Develop and manage project programs including WBS and S-Curves.
• Improve data reliability through cost accuracy and analysis.
• Introduce EV management and reporting dashboards.

Skills

Cost control

Scheduling

Leadership

Reporting

Power BI

MS Project

Primavera P6

Education

Finance, Business Management, Engineering degree

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

Power BI

Job description

Nacap is a multi-disciplinary constructor of energy infrastructure that continues to diversify to support Australia’s energy transition. Our purpose is to build energy infrastructure for a better future. We foster a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is encouraged to be their authentic selves.

With continued growth and a strong pipeline of newly awarded projects, we are seeking an experienced Project Controls Manager to join our team at our Head Office in Doncaster, Melbourne.

Reporting to the Project Manager, you will play a key role in driving effective project controls across our projects. You will be responsible for leading and developing the cost control and scheduling function across all projects within the Operations portfolio in Australia and Papua New Guinea (PNG).

This role will ensure alignment with the strategic direction of the business by establishing standardised cost management practices and portfolio reporting processes and driving consistent application across all projects. The position will also provide hands‑on cost control support, facilitating integration, coordination, and compliance to support successful project delivery. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing Organisation and make a meaningful contribution to the successful delivery of our projects.

What you will do.

• Lead and manage the cost control and scheduling capability, including systems and processes. Provide project support and cross-functional guidance across Operations, Procurement, Commercial, and Finance teams
• Coordinate, develop, and mentor the project controls team to ensure consistent and robust practices across the project portfolio.
• Drive cost control compliance and governance including WBS, budgeting, reporting, change control, forecasting, and cost close‑out
• Ensure tender costs are allocated in accordance with the budget structure.
• Assist the Estimating Manager in the development of a cash flow forecast based on the established project budget and contract programme.
• Develop and manage project programs including WBS and S‑Curves.
• Enhance benchmarking data reliability through improved cost accuracy and analysis.
• Introduce industry best practices such as earned value management, reporting dashboards, and cost control systems.
• Collaborate with the central Project Services team to ensure governance strategies are fit‑for‑purpose.

What do you bring?

• Tertiary qualifications in Finance, Business Management, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 10 years' relevant experience in project controls, cost control, project or construction management, commercial/contracts, estimating, engineering, or quantity surveying.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, with a proven ability to prepare clear and concise reports, procedures, project communication plans, recommendations, and proposals.
• Project Controls Expertise: Highly developed skills in interpreting project objectives, schedules, risk management strategies, and cost management frameworks.
• Extensive experience managing construction activities on medium to large‑scale infrastructure projects, with a focus on meeting safety, quality, schedule, and budget requirements.
• Excellent computer skills specifically in MS Project and Primavera P6 planning tools.
• Proven ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to analyse project performance and support effective decision‑making.
• Skilled in coaching, mentoring, and developing high‑performing teams.
• Proven experience in the management, cost control, and delivery of large‑scale projects across all phases of the project lifecycle.
• Proficiency in Power BI for data analysis and reporting.
• Strong background in Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) within the resources sector.
• Experience working with Tier 1 contractors on major infrastructure or energy projects

What’s in it for you?

At Nacap, we’re not just another construction company. Below are some of the many supports and benefits we offer:

• Competitive Remuneration:We value your expertise and contribution.
• Generous Leave Benefits:16 weeks paid parental leave + superannuation, 22 days of annual leave, option to purchase additional leave, extra personal and compassionate leave, and the day off for your birthday!
• Generous Employee Referral Program: Refer talent and earn a bonus.
• Discounts Program: Access everyday savings at over 400 retailers.
• Career Growth Opportunities:Our dynamic industry offers endless possibilities for professional development and advancement. Your growth matters to us.
• Flexibility and wellbeing: We understand the importance of managing work and life.
• Novated Leasing:A cost‑effective way to acquire and run the car of your choice.
• Free Onsite Parking: Convenience matters.
• Modern Workspace: Our Head Office is located near the retail hub of Westfield Shopping Centre.
• Outstanding Company Culture: Join a social and supportive environment.

To be eligible to apply, you must have Australian or New Zealand citizenship, permanent residency and/or unlimited working rights.

Only successful applicants are required to complete a pre‑employment medical and drug & alcohol screen prior to commencement.

We encourage Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islanders people to apply.

Please note: Nacap does not accept any unsolicited resume referrals from Recruitment Agencies. Please do not submit any resumes or associated profiles to any Nacap employees. Should we require additional assistance we will contact our preferred agency partners.