Project Controller - Defence Industry (Adelaide)

About the Role As part of our Engineering and Sustainment Services group, the Project Controller will monitor and control project cost and schedule for the assigned Control Accounts across a portfolio of tasking statements. The role will support the establishment and maintenance of Performance Measurement Baselines (PMB), coordinate monthly analysis and reporting activities, and ensure adherence to the project's earned value management framework. Flexible work arrangements such as hybrid work from home/office, 9‑day fortnight and part time (0.8 FTE minimum) will be considered. Responsibilities
- Assist with the development and maintenance of the tasking statement work breakdown structure (TSWBS) and associated WBS Dictionaries
- Assist with the establishment and maintenance of approved cost and schedule PMB including the incorporation of approved baseline changes
- Assist with the development and maintenance of control account structures and associates responsibility assignment matrices (RAM)
- Support Control Account Managers (CAMs) in establishing detailed planning for all work packages including the assisting with the development of Control Account Plans (CAP)
- Develop and resource load schedules in accordance with processes, standards, guidelines, health checks and code structures
- Work with PMs and CAMs to capture actuals, status, estimates to complete (ETC) in accordance with the business rhythm
- Under direction and guidance, provide support to Comprehensive Estimate at Completions (CEAC) including supporting CAMs in preparing their inputs and consolidation of program‑wide data
- Assist with the delivery of EVM project reporting and analysis data to the project on a monthly basis
- Provide support to Integrated Baseline Reviews (IBR) and Earned Value Management System (EVMS) surveillance reviews as directed
- Execute schedule and EVM activities across all Tasking Statements, ensuring reporting is executed efficiently and effectively Qualifications
- Three plus years working in project controls
- A degree in project management, business, commercial or engineering and/or a post‑graduate qualification in project management (desirable)
- Working within a project‑orientated organisation (desirable)
- Detailed understanding of project management methodologies and principles of project planning, scheduling and project controls
- Exposure to Earned Value Management practices or techniques
- Working in a defence acquisition environment (desirable)
- A team‑centric and proactive mindset
- Strong writing and verbal communication
- Robust MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint capability
- Using project management software such as Open Plan Skilled (OPP) and Cobra Security Clearance As a defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants will be required to hold or have the ability to obtain an Australian Defence Security Clearance to NV1 level. Information including past and present nationality and citizenship may be requested to check eligibility for access to materials controlled under various export control regimes, including ITAR. Benefits
- 6 weeks paid leave each year
- 14% superannuation
- Free Income Protection Insurance
- Flexible working options
- Access to the Saab shares matching scheme
- Access to MySaab – our online store offering everything from cash back at hundreds of stores to discounts from exclusive partners Equal Opportunity Employer Saab Australia is an Equal Chance Employer and encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders to apply. We also welcome applications from individuals with culturally diverse backgrounds. Saab Australia is a nationally recognised Veteran Employer of Choice that welcomes the interest of ex‑service members, veterans and their families. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rwblb