Project Controls Manager Job in Australia

We are seeking an experienced professional to provide technical expertise and direction in cost control, contract establishment, change control, and administration for the Public Transport Authority (PTA) Project Delivery’s projects. In this role, you will lead project teams, ensuring clear direction and effective management of procurement, cost control, and contract administration, while collaborating closely with Project Directors and Senior Management to align practices with corporate policies and processes.

Your responsibilities will include managing financial documentation in collaboration with the PTA’s Finance and Contracts division, providing expert advice on project management activities, and ensuring adherence to corporate finance and procurement policies. You will be a key point of contact for complex financial and contract management issues, and will monitor and maintain compliance through audits, reviews, and continuous improvement efforts to ensure optimal project delivery and alignment with corporate objectives.

About You!

To excel in this role, you should possess:

• Tertiary qualification in Contract Management or Financial Management, or extensive experience in cost, contract, and commercial management practices in large complex organisations.
• Proven experience in preparing, managing, and auditing contract and financial management processes, with extensive knowledge of relevant legislation and standards.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to work collaboratively at all organisational levels and manage change effectively.
• Highly developed communication skills, including the ability to build relationships, negotiate, and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Exceptional organisational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on meeting targets and improving organisational performance.

About Us

The Public Transport Authority’s (PTA) vision is to be recognised as a leader in providing world-class public transport services and solutions. Our purpose is to provide safe, customer-focused, integrated, and efficient transport services that align with our core values.

At the PTA, we hold five core values dear: safety, respect, recognition, integrity, and sustainability. These values guide everything we do, ensuring a workplace where safety is paramount, respect is fundamental, achievements are celebrated, integrity is unwavering, and sustainability is integral to our mission.

As a fast-growing economy, Western Australia’s public transport system, under the PTA, is recognised as the best in Australia and one of the most efficient, clean, and safe networks globally. Rail transport plays a vital role in our continued success and growth, exemplified by our numerous projects such as METRONET, designed to meet the public’s needs and expectations. Moving millions of people requires the skill and commitment of a talented workforce, and at the PTA, we are dedicated to delivering on our vision and purpose while upholding our values every step of the way.

You can expect.

• Opportunities to grow through personal development and career pathways.
• Health and Wellbeing programs including access to a free 24/7 onsite Gym.
• Subsidised Corporate Apparel and Spectacles.
• Supportive Team Environment.
• Opportunity to join our Social Club offering savings and benefits all year round.

This is a 66-month fixed term opportunity, available for an immediate start with the possibility of extensions and/or permanency. Applicants assessed as suitable through this pool recruitment process may be used to fill similar vacancies on a fixed term or permanent basis that may arise within the next 12 months.

To be eligible to work permanently at the PTA you must be either an Australian Citizen, have Permanent Residency status or hold a current visa with permanent working rights in Australia at the time of application.

The PTA is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

Further Information

Please contact Glenn Dawson, Commercial and Controls Manager on (08) 9326 5970 for specific information about the role. For more information about the PTA, please visit www.pta.wa.gov.au.

How to Apply

Applicants must apply online, using the ‘Apply’ button at the top of the screen. This will take you to the WA Jobs board www.jobs.wa.gov.au where you will need to follow the instructions listed on the advert. If not directed straight to the position, please key Position Number 37503 in the web search box.

Please note the closing date and time, as no emailed, late or pro forma applications will be accepted. All applications must be submitted through the PTA website, or the WA Government jobs portal. Applications received via other platforms will not be considered.

Please note you will be required to complete the PTA Integrity and Qualification Consent Form and an Australian National Police Clearance should you become the recommended applicant through the recruitment process. Adverse outcomes of Integrity reviews and NPC’s will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from the selection process. All PTA positions are subject to ongoing integrity screening. Suitable applicants will also need to undertake a Drug and Alcohol Screen prior to commencement.