Senior Project Controller

The opportunity

Saab is an industry participant in the Combat Systems Integration – Integrated Project Team (CSI-IPT) Collaboration Agreement or (CCA).  The CSI-IPT CCA forms a collaborative enterprise organisation to execute scopes of work across Hobart Class Destroyer (SEA4000 Phase 6 and other related Destroyer Capability Enhancement (DCE) upgrades) and the Hunter Class Frigates (HCFs - SEA5000 Phase 1). This will see independently executing programs such as SEA4000 Phase 6 and SEA5000 Phase 1 brought under one umbrella enterprise organisation, the CSI-IPT.

The CSI-IPT will be built up with personnel from three industry participants and the CoA to form a collaborative team working across multiple programs to leverage synergies between platforms.

The role

The Senior Project Controller is responsible for monitoring and controlling project cost and schedule for the assigned Control Accounts across a portfolio of Tasking Statements. For assigned Control Accounts, you will be required to support the establishment and maintenance of Performance Measurement Baselines (PMB), and coordinate monthly analysis and reporting activities and ensuring adherence to the CSI-IPT Earned Value Management (EVM) framework. This will include providing EVM guidance to CAMs and ensuring all artefacts remain aligned to support data traces. The Senior Project Controller will also be expected to mentor less experienced members of the team, and support Project Controls process improvement initiatives.

Major Tasks and Activities

• Lead the development and maintenance of the Tasking Statement Work Breakdown Structure (TSWBS) and associated WBS Dictionaries.
• Lead the establishment and maintenance of approved cost and schedule Project Management Baselines (PMB) including the incorporation of approved baseline changes.
• Lead the development and maintenance of control account structures and associated Responsibility Assignment Matrices (RAM)
• Undertake detailed planning activities, including rolling wave planning and develop Control Account Plans (CAP).
• Lead monthly reporting activities including capturing actuals, status, Estimates to Complete (ETC), and undertake detailed variance analysis in accordance with the business rhythm.
• Lead Comprehensive Estimate at Completions (CEAC) activities and provide SME advice to CAMs with regards to development and preparation of their inputs and consolidation of program-wide data.
• Provide support to Integrated Baseline Reviews (IBR) and Earned Value Management System (EVMS) surveillance reviews as directed by the CSI Project Planning and Controls Manager.
• Ensure the correct utilisation of Earned Value Management standards, processes and systems to enable timely and accurate monitoring, reporting and performance measurement throughout the project execution lifecycle.

Flexible work arrangements such as hybrid work from home / office and a 9 day fortnight will be considered for this role.

About you

Your skills and experience will include:

• Working in a project orientated organisation (desirable).
• Detailed understanding of project management methodologies and principles of project planning, scheduling and project controls.
• Earned value management practices or techniques.
• Working in a defence acquisition environment (desirable).
• Demonstrated schedule and cost experience is essential.
• Ability to interact effectively with colleagues within and outside his/her immediate team, to implement business requirements.
• Ability to work under his/her own initiative to deliver outputs to time and quality.
• Team mentality is essential as they will be a requirement to lean in and assist other team members at times.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• High literacy and numeracy skills.
• MS Office skills, especially in Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Project management software such as Open Plan Professional (OPP) and Cobra.
• Degree qualified (Project Management, Business, Commercial or Engineering preferable) (desirable).

Applicants will be required to hold an Australian Defence Security Clearance to NV1.

About us

Saab Australia is a defence, security and cyber solutions provider, specialising in the development and integration of major defence and security systems. For over 30 years in Australia, we have built a reputation for delivering complex systems integration projects that provide proven and advanced capabilities to keep us ahead of today’s challenges.

From combat, communications, security and underwater systems, to mixed reality, cyber security and deployable health solutions, our extensive portfolio of products and services provide high-technology solutions for defence forces and civil industries across the globe.

Apply today to join our crew and deliver solutions with purpose!

Culture and benefits

We employ over 1000 Australians and are committed to fostering a culture of excellence and enriching the employee experience.

By joining Saab, you’ll be a part of a collaborative and supportive organisation, where your professional growth and work-life balance are emphasised.  You’ll work within an innovative and vibrant workplace, while having the opportunity to develop a long-term, fulfilling career.

As a valued team member of Saab Australia, you’ll access a variety of perks and benefits to support you and your family including:

• 6 weeks paid leave each year
• 13.5% Superannuation
• Free Income Protection Insurance
• Flexible working options
• Access to the Saab shares matching scheme
• Access to MySaab; our online store offering everything from cash back at hundreds of stores to discounts from exclusive partners

For further information about a career at Saab, visit the page adjacent: https://www.saab.com/markets/australia/careers/saab-life

Applications

Click ‘Apply’ to submit your CV and cover letter in support of your application. Kindly observe that this is an ongoing recruitment process and in exceptional circumstances, the position might be filled before the closing date of the advertisement. We encourage applications as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

By submitting an application to Saab, you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities including, but not limited to:  reference checks, Australian Federal Police check, verification of working rights and qualifications, sanctions screening and a pre-employment medical declaration.

Saab Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders to apply. We also welcome applications from individuals with culturally diverse backgrounds.

Saab Australia is a nationally recognised Veteran Employer of Choice and welcomes the interest of ex-service members, veterans and their families.