Project Controls Specialist

We are seeking an experienced Project Controls Specialist to support the delivery of complex capital and infrastructure projects through effective cost control, forecasting, and performance reporting.

This role is ideal for a Project Controls professional with strong SAP experience who enjoys working closely with Project Leads and cross‑functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, collate, and validate project cost and performance reporting
• Oversee contractor project controls activities to ensure compliance with Rio Tinto procedures and requirements
• Administer contingency and change management processes
• Support development and maintenance of Final Forecast Cost (FFC) and identify cost risks and opportunities
• Manage month-end processes including accruals and monthly reporting
• Administer PO creation and receipting processes aligned to approved budgets
• Analyse and report progress against plan to support strategic project decisions
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve and streamline project controls processes
• Ensure schedules and reports are accurate and issued on time, with potential issues escalated early

About You

• Proven experience in Project Controls, Planning, or Cost Management
• Strong working knowledge of SAP
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Highly analytical with strong attention to detail

What’s on Offer

• Work on high‑profile, complex projects
• Collaborative and supportive team environment
• Brisbane-based role with potential flexibility

Apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion.