Project Controls Lead

The Role

Reporting to the Head of Project Delivery on a Maximum Term Agreement of 12 months, with the option to be based in our Brisbane office, this role will require travel to other Ark offices and project sites at times. The Project Controls Lead provides strategic oversight and hands‑on expertise across planning, scheduling, cost control, document control, reporting, and project governance.

You’ll lead a small, multidisciplinary project controls team and serve as the central coordination point for accurate, reliable project performance insights. Your work will directly support the successful delivery of large‑scale renewable energy developments on time, within scope, and within budget.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives on structure, accuracy, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Your Responsibilities Will Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Lead and develop a multidisciplinary project controls team across planning, cost, and document control.
• Establish and maintain integrated project schedules, including baselines, progress updates, and critical path analysis.
• Oversee cost control, forecasting, and variance analysis to ensure accurate and reliable financial reporting.
• Deliver timely, high‑quality project performance reporting across schedule, cost, risk, and delivery metrics.
• Provide clear insights and recommendations to senior leaders on project performance and emerging risks.
• Ensure consistent application of project controls standards, tools, and governance across the project portfolio.
• Drive continuous improvement in project controls processes, systems, and reporting capability.
• Collaborate closely with project managers, contractors, and stakeholders to align planning and reporting requirements.
• Apply quality assurance and risk awareness to all project controls outputs to support informed decision‑making.

About You

You are a detail‑focused, analytical professional with strong communication skills and a proven ability to influence stakeholders. You excel in structured project environments and enjoy mentoring others.

To Succeed In This Role, You Will Bring

• 8+ years experience in project controls within energy, construction, infrastructure, or similar complex project environments.
• Tertiary qualifications in engineering, project management, business, or a related field.
• Strong technical expertise in project planning and/or cost control.
• Experience in construction, energy, infrastructure, or similar sectors.
• Proficiency with tools such as Primavera P6, SAP, or MS Project.
• Strong analytical capability and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Desirable

• Experience mentoring or leading a project controls team.
• Familiarity with PMBOK frameworks.
• Exposure to Monte Carlo risk modelling techniques.

About The Package

This is a key role with a supportive and friendly team who are dedicated and focused on achieving growth and providing high quality service and deliverables. Benefits we offer include:

• Competitive salary
• Genuine flexible/hybrid work arrangements
• Salary Packaging options
• Employee Assistance Program
• Financial wellbeing awareness, including discounted banking rates
• Professional development programs including study assistance and online learning

Ark Energy is an Equal Opportunity employer that is committed to building a workforce that reflects the diverse society in which we live and work, providing a work environment in which everyone can bring their best self to work. While we encourage people from diverse backgrounds, cultures and experiences to apply, you must have the legal right to live and work in Australia.

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