Senior Project Controls Manager – Energy & Resources

Turner & Townsend; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner & Townsend is seeking a Project Controls Manager for an Expression of Interest in Adelaide. You will oversee and integrate project controls across cost, schedule, risk, and reporting to support major projects in energy and natural resources.

We value leadership, strong communication, and the ability to manage large, complex programs with senior stakeholders. Join a global team delivering outcomes that improve lives while balancing cost and schedule commitments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, project management, or related field.
• PM certification such as PMP/CCP is preferred.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies and best practices.
• Experience in managing project services functions across large, complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all project services functions, including cost control, scheduling, risk management, and project reporting.
• Ensure the effective integration of project controls processes to support successful project delivery.
• Act as the primary point of contact for project services, coordinating between various departments to ensure alignment with project goals.
• Interfacing with the client and other consultants at all project stages.
• Provide and drive the direction of the strategic, operational and technical diagnosis of the client needs.
• Support client’s organisation and senior management in improving their capacity to develop and deliver major projects and programs efficiently and effectively.
• Under the direction of the manager, contribute to the business success of the organisation by assisting in the areas of submissions, fee bidding, and financial management and reporting, budgeting, and business planning.
• Manage the development and implementation of project controls processes and tools.
• Oversee project cost management, including budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Lead project scheduling activities, ensuring timelines are met and milestones are tracked.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement risk management strategies.
• Prepare and present regular project performance reports to senior management.
• Collaborate with project managers, finance, procurement, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment on project objectives.
• Monitor and control project resources, ensuring efficient allocation and utilization.
• Drive continuous improvement in project services processes and tools.
• Mentor and lead a team of project services professionals, providing guidance and development opportunities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team management

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, project management, or related field

PM certification preferred (PMP/CCP)

Tools

Primavera

MS Project

Job description

Turner & Townsend is seeking a Project Controls Manager for an Expression of Interest in Adelaide. You will oversee and integrate project controls across cost, schedule, risk, and reporting to support major projects in energy and natural resources.

We value leadership, strong communication, and the ability to manage large, complex programs with senior stakeholders. Join a global team delivering outcomes that improve lives while balancing cost and schedule commitments.