An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Project Controls Officer to join our close-knit team in the Squadron Energy PMO as a strategic partner to project teams and management supporting renewable energy projects in the Development phase. This is for a twelve-month contract to cover parental leave.
About Us
Squadron Energy is Australia’s leading renewable energy company that develops, operates, and owns renewable energy assets in Australia. With proven experience and expertise across the project lifecycle, we work with local communities and our customers to lead the transition to Australia’s clean energy future.
We are 100% Australian owned and have 1.1 gigawatts (GW) of renewable energy in operation and an Australian development pipeline of 20GW.
We are committed to advancing our Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan as part of our ongoing efforts toward reconciliation.
The Role
Reporting to the Project Controls Manager, the Project Controls Officer is a supporting role responsible for coordinating and applying best practice project scheduling/planning, cost management, and risk management in partnership with our project teams on all Squadron Development Projects.
This will involve engaging and collaborating with project teams and stakeholders across the entire Squadron Development Portfolio in coordinating updates to schedule, cost, and risk status reporting for projects and supporting systems and procedural transformation for the Development project teams.
Key responsibilities:
* Assist in the management of the Development Project scheduling, cost, and risk tools, systems, and reporting ensuring alignment to the Project Controls Framework.
* Work with the Development Project teams to ensure all monthly updates are provided for Project Controls input into the monthly steering meetings and portfolio reports and dashboards.
* Assist the Development Project teams and PMO in establishing and administering purchasing for assigned projects in SAP.
* Contribute to transformation of Project Controls system and tools for Development Projects and Portfolios.
* Work within the Community of Practice for the Project Controls Function, ensuring alignment of Development systems within the wider Squadron Objectives.
* Assist in continuous improvement of the Project Management Framework with respect to Development phase Scheduling, Cost, and Risk functions.
* Update and maintain risk registers, project controls, and financial tracking systems.
Experience and knowledge:
About you
* Tertiary qualifications in Project Management, Engineering, Business Administration or equivalent amount of experience.
* Experience working in a similar role within Project teams or a Project Management Office.
* Experience administering the scheduling, cost, and risk management functions on multiple projects, including interacting with Project Management Office (PMO).
* Experience managing Project schedules, budgets, and forecasting.
* Experience working within integrated Project Controls Systems, Power BI or similar Business Intelligence tool.
Skills
* Highly developed interpersonal skills, including liaison and negotiation skills.
* Excellent written and oral communication skills.
* High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
* High-level organisation skills including well-developed priority-setting skills and the ability to meet deadlines.
What’s on Offer
In addition to a competitive remuneration package combined with attractive benefits, employees have the opportunity to access training and career development, and workplace flexibility. Squadron Energy also recognises the importance of diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly, and with respect. Visit www.squadronenergy.com to learn more about us.
To apply
Please click on the "Apply" button above. Applications close on 4/2/2025. Submit your updated resume and a cover letter addressing the requirements to be considered for the role. Please monitor your email regarding communication on progress of your application. Only successful applicants will be contacted.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
Appointment to this position will be subject to reference checks, a National Police Check and other applicable background screening if required.
Squadron Energy has existing relationships with recruiters. No cold calling from recruiters please.
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