Project Controller
Job Location: Osborne Naval Shipyard, South Australia – We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.
Who we are:
Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow – shaping a safer future, for all of us.
From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space – there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.
Role Description:
As a Senior Project Controller where you will be part of the exciting and dynamic team. Reporting to the Program Planning Manager, you will be responsible for the proper use of the company Earned Value Management (EVM) System so that the project management team can adequately monitor and report on project cost, schedule progress and risk status. In the conduct of assigned duties, the Senior Project Controller must maintain the goodwill of the Customer and company management, by ensuring that our established EVM processes are carried out to report and manage the project with timely, accurate EVM data.
Core Duties:
- You will be accountable for providing the required level of management, coordination and expert assistance towards delivering the project controls scope of work in support of the cost & schedule baseline, the effective use of project controls tool sets and EVM/project reporting as required by the project team
- Assist the project team to establish the initial cost & schedule baseline
- Provide expert assistance in the use of cost & schedule tools (Open Plan/Primavera/ Microsoft Project and Cobra)
- Provide EVM project reporting and analysis data to the project team on a monthly basis
- Assisting with Project Controls support for business unit including multiple lines of business or large projects
- Good understanding of Project Management function and its interactions with other functions
Essential Skills:
- Ability to see patterns, trends, or missing pieces
- Ability to interact effectively with colleagues within and outside immediate team, to implement business requirements
- Well-developed self-management skills and demonstrated ability to work under own initiative to deliver outputs to time, quality and cost
- Ability to use good written and verbal communication skills is important to this role
- Experience with Project Controls toolsets such as Primavera P6 and Cobra required
- In depth knowledge of Project Controls principles and tools; in depth understanding of the CAS system
- SME of Earned Value Management (EVM)
- Working knowledge of quantifiable analysis of risk and uncertainty
- Eligibility to be cleared for International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)
- Ability to obtain Australian Defence security clearance of Negative Vetting Level 1 (NV1) is required
The Hunter Class Frigate Team
BAE Systems Australia is leading the largest ever surface ship project in Australia’s defence history – the design and build of Hunter class frigates. The Hunter Class Frigate Program is transforming Australia’s shipbuilding industry by supporting the building of a world-class, continuous naval shipbuilding capability for our nation
Why BAE Systems?
Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work – this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family – support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.
A place where everyone can thrive
We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.
We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180 and recipients of the Benchmarcx Top Employer for Candidate Experience Excellence 2026. As members of the Circle Back Initiative, we commit to responding to every applicant.
If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our recruitment team to discuss the support you may need. You can also connect with us via Careers and Employment.
Security statement
Please note, as a defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain one. Further information regarding security clearances.
