What are you going to do 

  • Lead project controls complex, multi-disciplinary infrastructure projects
  • 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

Essential skills and knowledge 

  • 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

What we offer

  • 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

About Brunel:

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.

Closing: 29 May 2026

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Vacancy reference: PR-285499

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Application process

First Contact

We carefully review your application and in the coming weeks, you will be notified for an interview session if you are selected. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7 days.

Scheduling an Interview

After being shortlisted, you will be contacted via email or telephone to arrange for a date on your availability for the qualification interview.

Phone/ Qualification Interview

During the interview, you will be assessed on your level of experience and skills, work history, availability, and the qualifications the company is seeking for the position.

Meeting in Real Life

After successfully making through the phone interview, a face to face interview will be scheduled between the candidate and recruiter. This session can be a more in-depth  interview to review your communication and interpersonal skills.

Application for the Position

Submission of candidates resume for client’s approval and screening.

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