Capital Program Controller

About the Role

12‑month contract | Monday–Friday | Portland, Victoria | ASAP start

We’re seeking a Capital Program / Project Controls professional to step into a site-based role supporting a large industrial capital program in Portland, VIC.

This is a hands‑on role for someone who enjoys owning cost control, forecasting, scheduling and performance reporting, while also managing several small capital purchase projects end‑to‑end.

What you’ll be doing

• Portfolio-level cost control, budgeting & forecasting
• Schedule & Earned Value tracking (CPI / SPI)
• Primavera P6 schedule review and performance analysis
• Monthly and weekly capital reporting
• Change control, variance analysis and governance support
• Light project management of minor capital works

What we’re looking for

• Engineering background (preferred)
• Strong cost controller / project controls experience
• Working knowledge of Primavera P6, EV, CPI, SPI
• Industrial, brownfields or heavy asset environment experience a plus
• Sharp communicator who spots risks early

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rates and weekly pay cycle
• World‑class industrial site – Exposure to complex, large‑scale capital programs in a heavy asset environment
• Stability & scale – Backed by a global organisation with long‑term assets, established systems and strong governance
• Strong project standards – Well‑defined cost control, scheduling and reporting frameworks
• Meaningful work – Capital projects that directly support critical infrastructure and operations
• Employee Assistance Program – Confidential access to professional counselling, wellbeing support and practical advice for employees and their immediate family members.

How to Apply

If this looks like a fit for you, you can reach out to me at mac.cairns@chandlermacleod.com and I'll look forward to having a chat!

Diversity and Inclusion At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community. You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.*