Project Controls Manager - Perth

DRA APAC; Perth; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible start/finish times

Salary packaging benefits

Social events and activities

Inclusive team environment

Job summary

DRA Global in Perth is seeking a Project Controls Manager to oversee planning, scheduling, cost control, and reporting across engineering projects. This role requires strong leadership and collaboration with project teams.

You will develop schedules, manage budgets, monitor variances, and integrate risk management into project plans. The role offers a full-time permanent position at our Perth office and opportunities to mentor a growing controls team.

Qualifications

• 15+ years' experience in project controls management.
• Proven knowledge of project controls principles.
• Proficiency in project management software and ERP systems.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain project schedules, WBS, and resource-loaded schedules in coordination with project managers.
• Implement scheduling methodologies and tools to optimize timelines and resource allocation.
• Monitor schedule performance, identify deviations, and propose corrective actions.
• Develop cost estimates, budgets, and forecasts for engineering projects.
• Monitor project expenditures, track budget variances, and analyse cost performance against baselines.
• Coordinate with finance and procurement for accurate cost accounting and reporting.
• Collaborate with project teams to integrate risk management strategies into plans.
• Provide timely analysis of performance data, trends, and forecasts to support decisions.
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation for audit trails and histories.
• Lead and mentor a team of project controls professionals.
• Collaborate closely with stakeholders to align controls activities with project requirements.

Skills

Project controls

Scheduling

Cost management

Risk management

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Tertiary Degree in Engineering or Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Project management software

Job description

About DRA Global

DRA Global is an international multi-disciplinary engineering, project delivery and operations management group, predominantly focused on the mining, minerals and metals industry.

The Group has an extensive track record spanning four decades across a wide range of commodities. DRA’s teams have deep expertise in the mining, minerals and metals processing industries, as well as related non-process infrastructure such as, water, and energy solutions.

DRA covers all major mining centres with offices across Africa and the Middle East, North and South America, and Asia-Pacific

The Role - Project Controls Manager - Perth

Reporting to the Senior Vice President of Project Services, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing the project controls function to ensure effective planning, monitoring, and reporting of project performance metrics.

The role is offered on a full‑time permanent basis at our Perth office.

Key duties:

• Develop and maintain project schedules, work breakdown structures (WBS), and resource‑loaded schedules (RLS) in coordination with project managers and stakeholders.
• Implement scheduling methodologies and tools to optimize project timelines, resource allocation, and critical path analysis.
• Monitor schedule performance, identify deviations, and propose corrective actions to mitigate delays and optimize project progress.
• Develop cost estimates, budgets, and forecasts for engineering projects based on project scope, specifications, and resource requirements.
• Monitor project expenditures, track budget variances, and analyse cost performance against baseline budgets.
• Collaborate with finance and procurement teams to ensure accurate cost accounting and financial reporting throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate with project teams to integrate risk management strategies into project plans and decision‑making processes.
• Provide timely and accurate analysis of project performance data, trends, and forecasts to support informed decision‑making and corrective actions.
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including change orders, approvals, and correspondence, to support audit trails and project histories.
• Lead and mentor a team of project controls professionals, providing guidance, training, and development opportunities to enhance skills and capabilities.
• Collaborate closely with project managers, engineers, procurement specialists, and other stakeholders to align project controls activities with project requirements and objectives.

Essential attributes:

• Tertiary Degree in Engineering, Finance, or related field – Desirable.
• 15+ years' experience in project controls management.
• Proven Knowledge of project Controls principles.
• Proficiency in project management software and ERP systems.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to interpret complex data and identify trends.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders.

Here at DRA, we offer:

• Competitive and above market salary packages with regular market analysis
• Flexible start and finish times allowing for great work life balance
• Access to salary packaging benefits
• A great social committee offering a range of social events and activities
• An inclusive, collaborative and supportive team environment providing you with the tools to succeed
• The opportunity to work alongside engineering and design excellence

We value diversity and the benefits it brings to achieving our objectives, enhancing our reputation, and attracting, engaging and retaining talented people. We welcome applications from all backgrounds regardless of gender, age, disability and ethnicity, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Our commitment to equal opportunity and a diverse workplace is embodied in our values of People, Safety, Trust, Integrity, Excellence and Courage.