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Queensland Rail is an integrated customer and rail infrastructure business servicing the passenger, tourism, resources and freight customer markets throughout Queensland. The organisation aims to be the safest, best performing and most customer focused railway in Australia.
At Queensland Rail we believe safety comes first. Always.
About the role:
To ensure that the group has an effective, efficient project controls framework and lead a team that manages cost estimations, risk management and project controls (cost, scope, and schedule) and provide assurance and associated reporting.
In the Project Cost & Risk Manager role, you will responsible to;
- Provide leadership to a support team that provides project controls, cost estimation and risk management across SEQ project delivery.
- Establish, implement and maintain an efficient and streamlined system of effective project controls framework, guidelines and tools ensuring full compliance with Queensland Rail's enterprise wide Project Management Framework.
- Provide continuous compliance and assurance for financials, schedule, scope and risk for the SEQ Project Delivery area.
- Ensure appropriate competencies and capabilities are in place within SEQ Project Delivery by identifying skills gaps, developing and providing training.
- Conduct internal and external benchmarking against best practice project controls and risk management practices
- Report on the health and performance of SEQ projects/programs to Project Managers and relevant stakeholders.
We are looking for;
- Leadership and communication skills to internal and external stakeholders.
- High level of skill providing commercially focused outcomes in a project management environment within set timeframes and budgets.
- Extensive knowledge of project controls, cost and risk management concepts and practices.
- High level of leadership skill in a large and complex organisation, focused on building a customer focused and performance-based culture within the team.
- High level of systems and process management skills and an understanding of their potential impact on business.
- High level of conceptual, analytical and problem-solving skills across a diverse range of complex issues.
- High level of interpersonal, written and oral communication skills that build and maintain productive relationships with key stakeholders.
Why Queensland Rail?
Queensland Rail is one of the largest employers in Queensland. Our diverse range of roles and locations mean that we have a unique opportunity to employ dedicated team members from a variety of backgrounds and skill sets.
If you thrive in an environment where motivation, teamwork and forward thinking are paramount, then a career with Queensland Rail could be the right step for you.
What's in it for you?
- Great location in the heart of the CBD
- Free Citytrain travel to and from your office location.
- Access to a range of free support services to employees and their immediate families via our Employee Assistance Program.
- Access to other competitive Employee Benefits + 1 Team Values, Diverse and Inclusive working environment.
Please apply to Project Cost & Risk Manager (7324) via our website by clicking onto the "Apply" button by 11:59pm (GMT+10:00 Brisbane) Thursday 7th of March 2024.
The recruitment and selection process for this position might require shortlisted applicants to undertake psychometric assessment, health assessment and background checks that might also include criminal history and credit checks.
Supporting a Diverse Workforce
Queensland Rail is committed to a diverse workforce that is reflective of the customers and communities we serve.
We are inclusive, collaborative, respectful, and value our differences. We are 1TEAM, where everyone belongs.
If you do require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please contact Ben Hogan via the phone number or email below.
To learn more about this Queensland Rail career opportunity please contact Ben Hogan with your specific enquiry via email to ben.hogan@qr.com.au. Please do not email your application. We can only accept applications received via our website.
