Project Planning & Scheduling
Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using Primavera P6 or MS Project
Establish Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), milestones, and deliverables aligned with the Terms of Reference (TOR)
Monitor schedule performance and identify critical path impacts
Coordinate schedule updates with technical engineering team
Progress Measurement & Reporting
Measure physical and financial progress against the baseline plan
Prepare weekly and monthly reports, including dashboards and KPIs
Provide insights on schedule delays, cost overruns, and performance trends
Variation (Change Order) Management
Identify, track, and manage project variations and change orders
Evaluate cost and schedule impacts of variations
Prepare variation estimates, supporting documentation, and justifications
Coordinate approvals with stakeholders, clients, and contract administrators
Monitor implementation of approved variations and update project baselines
Contract & Terms of Reference (TOR) Management
Review and interpret contracts, TOR, and technical specifications
Ensure project execution aligns with contractual terms and obligations
Monitor compliance with scope, deliverables, and performance requirements
Support contract administration, including claims and dispute resolution
Identify contractual risks and provide mitigation strategies
Risk Management
Maintain and update risk registers
Identify project risks related to cost, schedule, and contractual issues
Conduct quantitative and qualitative risk analysis
Develop and monitor risk mitigation plans
Change & Claims Support
Assist in preparation and evaluation of claims related to delays, variations, or contract disputes
Provide supporting data for extension of time (EOT) claims or cost recovery
Analyze project delays and entitlement under contract provisions
Documentation & Compliance
Maintain comprehensive project control records, including schedules, cost reports, and variation logs
Ensure compliance with company standards, contractual requirements, and regulatory guidelines
Support internal and external audits
Collaboration & Stakeholder Coordination
Work closely with Project Managers, Engineers, Contract Teams, and Finance
Participate in progress, risk, and performance review meetings
Provide advisory support on cost, schedule, and contract-related matters
Qualifications & Requirements
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Finance, or related field
Experience: 5+ years in project controls within engineering, construction, or EPC projects
Strong knowledge of:
Project scheduling and planning
Cost control and forecasting
Variation/change order management
Contract interpretation and Terms of Reference (TOR)
Earned Value Management (EVM)
Technical proficiency in:
Primavera P6 and/or MS Project
Advanced Excel
Key Skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Solid understanding of contract law and project delivery frameworks
Excellent communication and stakeholder management
High attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines
About SMEC
For 75 years, SMEC has built a reputation as a trusted partner on major transport and energy infrastructure projects around the world. Our design leaders and specialist teams draw on deep expertise and experience delivering projects across a range of diverse environments, from some of the world’s most remote locations to some of the densest urban surroundings.
We understand the value of relationships to ensure that we comprehensively address all requirements at each stage in a project’s development. By closely collaborating with our clients, contractors, subcontractors and asset operators, we deliver commercially informed design thinking through local specialists who understand on-the-ground context and industry expectations.
We stand apart through our historically diverse, globally connected workforce, operating out of more than 40 countries with strong local relationships.
Our diverse workforce of professionals are highly respected experts who bring talent, experience and passion to their fields. Challenging boundaries, we look beyond the project scope to ensure we leave a positive impact in the communities we live and work in and allow present and future generations to thrive.
At Surbana Jurong, we put talent, hard work, teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world!
SMEC simplifies the complex. We unlock the potential of our people to look at infrastructure differently, creating better outcomes for the future.
We are committed to positively impact the people, the environment and the clients and communities we serve.
Our origins date back to the iconic Snowy Mountains Hydroelectric Scheme, one of the engineering wonders of the world, and for the last 75 years we have built a reputation as a trusted partner on major transport, water and energy infrastructure projects around the world.
We are specialists in providing design leadership, consulting and advisory expertise across the roads and highways, rail and metro, aviation, hydropower, urban communities and renewable energy sectors.
Today our specialist teams draw on deep expertise and systems thinking to simplify the complex and deliver integrated engineering solutions across a range of diverse environments, from some of the world’s most remote locations to some of the densest urban surroundings.
For the latest news, visit our newsroom www.smec.com/newsroom or read about the innovations and solutions shaping our communities on our Insights blog Insights (smec.com).
At SMEC, our global workforce is made up of experts who bring unique talent, experience and passion to their fields.
We offer a rewarding career path for enthusiastic and collaborative achievers who are motivated to help us engineer positive change. We’d love to hear from you - for more information or to view current vacancies visit www.smec.com/careers.
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