Über diese Senior Project Controls Engineer Stelle bei ACCIONA
ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.
Job Description
Project Information
Clean Energy Link - North is a $342 million Western Power program building transmission lines and substations across Perth's north to unlock up to 1GW of new renewable energy for WA. This role covers cost control across CEL North program, both part of the state's transmission network upgrade.
About the Opportunity
You will lead the cost control function across two flagship WA transmission programs, CEL North from ACCIONA's Malaga project office. Own project budgets, cost forecasts and cash flow projections, applying earned value principles to track performance and flag variances early. You will support change control and risk processes where they affect cost, and work closely with delivery, commercial and financial leads to keep forecasts and contract valuations accurate. You will also mentor Project Controls Engineers and Cost Engineers. It's a senior, hands-on role with genuine influence over how two major transmission programs are costed and controlled.
Key accountabilities for the position will be:
- Own project budgets, cost control processes and the cost breakdown structure
- Prepare accurate cost forecasts, cash flow projections and monthly reporting
- Apply earned value metrics to track and report project cost performance
- Manage cost impacts arising from change, risk and procurement decisions
- Support contract valuation, claims and variation assessments with commercial leads
- Mentor and develop Project Controls Engineers and Cost Engineers
- Lead adoption of ACCIONA's cost planning and forecasting ways of working
Required Skills and Competencies
What capability and experience will you need to have:
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction or related field
- Five years' experience in cost control and forecasting
- Experience applying Earned Value Management (EVM) principles
- Advanced skills in Excel, Power BI and reporting tools
- Experience managing cost impacts from risk and change
At ACCIONA, we offer a dynamic and challenging work environment where our employees can grow and develop their careers. We provide opportunities for professional development, and our team members are encouraged to bring new ideas and approaches to their work. Our company is dedicated to fostering a culture of inclusiveness and respect where every employee feels valued and supported.
Apply now to lead cost control on WA's Clean Energy Link North
ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in Australia, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure and water projects across Australia & New Zealand.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity. Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.
