Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Controller to play a critical role in the successful delivery of major shutdowns. This is a site-based position working a 6/1 roster in a fast-paced, high-intensity project environment.

This role is ideal for a commercially astute, analytical leader who thrives on driving performance, influencing decisions through data, and maintaining full control of cost, schedule, and risk outcomes.

The Opportunity

As the Senior Project Controller, you will provide strategic oversight of project controls, ensuring accurate forecasting, performance visibility, and proactive risk management. You will be a key partner to Project Managers and senior stakeholders, delivering clear insights that drive informed decision-making and successful shutdown execution.

• Strong expertise in project controls, progress measurement, and performance reporting
• Proven experience leading project forecasting (ETC/EAC) in complex project environments
• Solid understanding of cost control and earned value principles
• Highly analytical, with strong data interpretation and storytelling capability
• Experience in shutdowns preferred is
• Confident communicator with the ability to influence decisions through data-driven insights
• Proficient in project controls systems and reporting platforms

What we are looking for

• Tertiary qualifications in Business (Finance or Accounting), Engineering, Quantity Surveying or related discipline.
• 7-10 years in Shutdowns or Infrastructure project delivery
• P6 experience and or exposure
• Experience working in cost control systems or management tools
• InEight (Doc Control and preferably cost management)

What we offer

• Flexible working environment with potential to be at home 2/3 days at a time
• Opportunity for career growth with structured frameworks and supportive-inclusive team
• Competitive Salary and Employee Benefits
• Valued and respected position, with supportive and experienced team
• Work for a major ASX-listed company

About Energy & Utilities…Downer's Energy & Utilities business unit is an integrated trans-Tasman team, providing services and solutions that connect communities to essential networks and infrastructure. We design, build, operate and maintain today's critical assets and networks, delivering complete services across the water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial and power generation sectors. Our expertise spans in-house technical smarts, specialist engineering, integrated OEM partners, and dedicated crews of qualified tradespeople.

Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.

How to apply

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Downer does not accept unsolicited resumes, fees, or costs from recruitment agencies, search firms, or third parties. Candidates are welcome to submit their applications via the advertisement.

At Downer we plan, create and sustain. Downer is the leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand. Through trusted relationships and world leading insight we work closely with our customers to design, build and sustain assets, infrastructure, and facilities.