project controllers and schedulers

Randstad Defence are currently securing experienced Project Controllers and Schedulers to support critical, high-profile national defence programs.

In this role, you will play a pivotal part in maintaining project integrity, managing baselines, and driving performance analytics across complex, long-term engineering and land/maritime initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Earned Value Management (EVM): Develop, maintain, and analyze EVM performance metrics, variances, and forecasts.
• Scheduling & Baselines: Establish and manage Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) using Primavera P6 or Open Plan Professional (OPP).
• Cost & Financial Control: Monitor budget performance, perform cost-to-complete forecasts, and reconcile actual costs against baselines.
• Risk & Issue Management: Collaborate with Project Managers to identify financial, schedule, and resource risks, providing actionable mitigation strategies.
• Reporting: Prepare high-quality performance dashboards and financial status reports for internal leadership and key stakeholders.

About You

• Security Clearance: Must hold an active Australian NV1 (Negative Vetting Level 1) clearance (or higher), or be eligible to obtain one.
• Experience: Proven track record as a Project Controller or Cost Schedule Controller within Defence, Aerospace, or heavy engineering environments.
• Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in EVM, Primavera P6/OPP, and enterprise ERP systems (SAP/COBRA preferred).
• Communication: Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to translate complex schedule and cost data into clear strategic advice.

Interested?

Apply now or contact ***************@randstad.com.au (0422 094 ***) directly for a confidential discussion!

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