Project Controls Lead

Established in 2014, Sedgman Prudentia delivers multidisciplinary engineering services across all phases of the project lifecycle, from research and development, piloting, option selection and optimisation studies through to feasibility studies, front-end engineering, detailed design, project implementation, operational readiness and commissioning support.

Sedgman Prudentia delivers practical, fit-for-purpose solutions across the Energy, Chemicals and Mineral Processing industries, leveraging Sedgman’s broader capability and capacity to enhance our service offering to clients.

With offices in Adelaide and Brisbane, join a team that values innovation, collaboration and excellence in engineering and design solutions.

The Opportunity

Due to sustained growth, we are seeking a Project Controls Lead to join our Minerals Processing Brownfields team in our Adelaide office.

This opportunity would suit a self-motivated, results-driven project controls professional who is passionate about leading the delivery of project controls functions across multidisciplinary projects.

You will be accountable for providing effective project controls support from conceptual design through to detailed design, execution and commissioning. The role will oversee cost control, scheduling, forecasting and reporting, helping projects achieve their quality, safety, design integrity, cost and schedule objectives.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver project controls functions across assigned projects, including cost control, scheduling, forecasting and reporting, to a high standard and in a timely manner.
• Develop and review project plans, schedules, progress reports and associated project controls documentation.
• Proactively support Project Leads, including coordinating design activities and advising where corrective action is required.
• Ensure internal project controls processes are consistently followed.
• Identify opportunities to improve project controls systems and support the implementation of improvements.
• Collaborate effectively with Project Delivery and Engineering teams, as well as functional teams including IT, Human Resources and Finance.
• Ensure appropriate documentation and training are available for the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and Professional Services Automation (PSA) systems across the business.
• Lead effective meetings and represent the company in communications relating to project controls.

Qualifications, skills and experience

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in project services within a consulting and/or project delivery environment.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience within a minerals processing engineering consulting environment, with exposure to portfolio management and medium-sized projects.
• Demonstrated experience using project management, cost control, scheduling, forecasting, resourcing and accounting systems, including Primavera P6.
• Strong understanding of cost control, scheduling, earned value reporting, forecasting, invoicing and change management.
• Demonstrated leadership experience supporting multidisciplinary projects.
• Proven ability to manage project controls through periods of changing priorities, demands and timelines.
• Strong understanding of the commercial environment and its implications for successful project delivery.
• Demonstrated ability to solve problems and manage conflicts or challenges affecting project delivery.
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills, including technical writing.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including negotiation, persuasion and conflict resolution.
• Why join?
• Career Growth, Development and Reward: Work within multidisciplinary teams to broaden your experience and capabilities, supported by a competitive remuneration package.
• Work-Life Balance and Supportive Environment: Enjoy flexible working arrangements and a collaborative workplace culture.
• Health and Wellbeing: Access Sonder, our 24/7 safety and wellbeing app, providing mental health support and a range of work/life services for you and your loved ones.
• Inclusive Culture: Join a company committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and creating a welcoming workplace for all.

How to join our team

If you’re ready to apply your project controls expertise within a multidisciplinary engineering environment and contribute to the continued growth of Sedgman Prudentia, we’d love to hear from you.

To be considered for this opportunity, please submit your CV and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role by clicking “Apply Now”.