Project Control Manager

About the Company

Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.

Operating in Australasia since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 50 years of successful operation. Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.

Do you have questions? If you have any questions or would like to discuss the details of this role, please contact Laine Thornton at l.thornton@brunel.net or 0413 630 160.

About the Role

Lead project controls complex, multi-disciplinary infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish and drive program frameworks to support long-term delivery success
• Oversee planning, cost control, forecasting, and performance reporting
• Implement and manage earned value, risk analysis, and change control processes
• Provide commercial and controls support to operational and client stakeholders
• Contribute to procurement, reporting, and decision-making processes

About You / Requirements

• 10+ years' experience in project controls, planning, or commercial roles
• Minimum 6 years' leadership experience on major infrastructure projects
• Strong expertise in earned value management, risk, and change control
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving capability
• Proven ability to implement and optimise planning methodologies
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Eligible to obtain Defence Security Clearance and National Police Clearance
• Full Australian working rights

Qualifications & Certifications

• Defence Security Clearance
• National Police Clearance

What's On Offer / Benefits

• Key role supporting nationally significant Defence infrastructure projects
• Long-term program of works providing stability and career progression
• Metro-based project with strong work-life balance
• Competitive salary package with employee benefits

How to Apply

• Closing: 29 May 2026
• Contact: Laine Thornton at l.thornton@brunel.net or 0413 630 160
• Apply Now