ASC is Australia’s submarine company. We built the Royal Australian Navy’s Collins Class submarines, sustain them, and are now delivering their Life of Type Extension to increase the boats’ service lives. We have also been selected by the Australian Government to sustain and jointly build the nation’s nuclear-powered submarines – the largest and most complex industrial undertaking in Australia’s history.
Our work is interesting and meaningful, contributing directly to Australia’s national security. We offer rewarding roles that provide the opportunity to grow your career, and the flexibility to balance life and work. A career at ASC is like no other, delivering a deeper purpose we can all be proud of.
About the Opportunity
The Senior Project Cost Analyst/Controller will play a critical role in delivering cost control, forecasting, Earned Value Management (EVM) and project performance reporting across a major maintenance availability. Supporting a designated project area, you will partner with Project Managers, Control Account Managers (CAMs) and key stakeholders to provide accurate analysis, insights and recommendations that drive project performance and successful delivery outcomes.
This role offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced Project Controls or Cost Controls professional to further develop their expertise within a complex defence program environment.
Responsibilities
- Deliver project cost control, forecasting and Earned Value Management (EVM) activities for a major maintenance availability, supporting project performance and successful delivery outcomes
- Prepare and maintain EVM and project performance reports, providing meaningful analysis and insights on cost, schedule and forecast performance
- Analyse project data, identify emerging trends, variances and risks, and support the development of corrective actions and mitigation strategies
- Partner with Project Managers, Control Account Managers (CAMs) and other stakeholders to provide trusted advice on cost, schedule and project performance
- Gather, validate and analyse cost, progress and forecast information from multiple business systems to ensure the accuracy and integrity of project controls reporting
- Promote project controls best practice by supporting the effective application of EVM processes, baseline change management and performance measurement frameworks
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance reporting, data quality, project controls processes and stakeholder decision-making
About you
- Qualifications in Project Management, Engineering, Commerce, Economics or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience
- 4+ years' experience within Project Controls, Cost Control, Cost Management or a project delivery environment
- Strong Earned Value Management (EVM) experience, including exposure to the Australian standard earned value management AS4817:2006, cost and schedule performance analysis, forecasting and variance management
- Demonstrated expertise in project cost control, forecasting, variance analysis and performance reporting
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, with the ability to analyse, interpret and present complex project data
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships across project teams
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with the agility to learn quickly and adapt in a dynamic project environment
Eligibility
This role requires a current National Police Clearance and an Australian Defence Security Clearance to a NV1 level. Your eligibility for this role is dependent on you obtaining and maintaining such clearance.
To check your eligibility please visit the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency website.
Benefits
- Unique and challenging work with a deeper purpose.
- Flexibility over how, when and where you work for the best work/life balance.
- Up to 10 days additional leave every year so you can rest and recharge.
- Generous parental leave so you can give your family the focus it deserves.
- Subsidised childcare to ease the financial pressure on your family.
- Health and wellbeing initiatives so you can perform at your best at work.
- Professional development opportunities to advance your career.
- A diverse and supportive environment where you can thrive.
- Discounts and exclusive offers from leading Australian brands to help you save.
Apply today for a career with a deeper purpose.
Early applications are encouraged as shortlisting may commence immediately.
