Project Controls Specialist

Title: Project Controls Specialist
Join us today!
We are renowned for working in partnership with our clients and construction partners to deliver exceptional outcomes based on our collaborative approach and our “One Team” value.
In Australia, KBR employ nearly 2000 people with offices in each state. Our project delivery track record, industry profile and strong relationships have enabled us to grow significantly, and we continue to expand. This continued growth allows us to offer unrivalled opportunities to our staff in terms of career paths, career development and project exposure.
Creating a superb culture is also huge for us and a key part of our success and growth. Genuine collaboration across the business is integral to how we work. As a company KBR have created an open, inclusive organisation where people matter, are valued, and cared about. By joining KBR you can be assured that you are joining a team that pulls in the same direction and shares common values.
The Opportunity:
KBR is involved in a range of exciting projects across the market sectors including Energy, Resources, Water, Civil, and Rail infrastructure. Our team continues to grow based on some major project wins and we have an exciting opportunity for a talented and dedicated Project Controls Specialist to join our team in Perth.
Key Responsibilities include:

• Providing and applying cost and schedule control techniques and analysis to Engineering Services projects.
• Providing input to bid proposals, prepare estimates as required and allocate budget to committed funds.
• Recommending improvements to processes through utilisation of experience and problem-solving skills.
• Establish and leverage cross-discipline relationships within the business group to facilitate cost control.
• Provide and apply cost control techniques and analysis to Engineering Services projects.
• Implement and execute Project Controls techniques to proactively support, monitor, and communicate budget, actual status, and forecast costs, labor hours, and quantities for projects.
• Manage project budget. Work with project management and other members of the project team to maintain budget.

Who are you?
The ideal candidate for this role is a skilled and passionate professional wanting to progress in your career with a growing global consulting business.
You will have the following skills and experience:

• Tertiary qualifications in Engineering, Project Management, Accounting or related construction discipline or considerable experience.
• Detailed knowledge of industry best practices in Project Controls, including estimating, cost control and planning/scheduling, for Engineering services type projects.
• Strong written communication skills.
• Relevant, proven and demonstratable industry experience required.

Who we are:
We are committed to social and environmental sustainability and delivering projects with a digital mindset that drives innovation within our business, for our customers and stakeholders.
Our people blend seamlessly into customer teams to help create a positive impact on the communities and environments they seek to improve. Our expertise and adaptability is unmatched and continues to meet the demands of tomorrow to help shape Australia’s future for the better.
Together, we deliver Infrastructure for a better tomorrow.
Learn more about Infrastructure Solutions Australia including who we are and what it is like to work at KBR
In addition to working on some fantastic projects, KBR offer an array of benefits focused on providing our people with a great working environment, continual career development, Family friendly flexible work arrangements and work/life balance. Our culture, and our genuine focus on our people is a major factor in our success and we want you to be part of our journey.
Typical benefits include:

• Industry leading salaries, reviewed Annually
• 20 Days Leave per year + an additional day off every 4 weeks
• Salary packaging and Novated leases
• Paid professional membership fees
• Life/Health insurance discounts
• Flexible work arrangements (start/finish times, WFH, Flex time)
• End of trip facilities
• Employee stock purchase plans
• Paid parental leave
• Personal Career development plans
• Growth and promotion opportunities
• Diversity and Inclusion support

Help shape tomorrow by applying today!
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to leave your impact on our society with one of Australia’s leading infrastructure businesses. Apply now and follow us on LinkedIn to stay up to date with all the latest news and job opportunities.
KBR values an inclusive and diverse work environment, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Our hiring decisions are based on the key requirements of each role and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and experiences.