Senior Project Controls Manager

Build a career as unique as you! 

Innovative engineering and construction solutions 

Development opportunities to learn, grow and thrive 

Three-time certified Employer of Choice for Gender Equality 

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Project Controls Manager to join the New Women and Babies Hospital Team in Perth! In this role, you will effectively be responsible for establishing and operating a project-level controls and governance function that integrates design, delivery, cost and risk to support disciplined decision-making and contractual compliance.

Perth Women and Babies Hospital

WeBuild is delivering the design and construction of the Women and Babies Hospital in Perth, Western Australia. This landmark project will replace the century-old King Edward Memorial Hospital and expand services and choice for women, newborns and families, delivering lasting benefits and a positive legacy for the people of Western Australia.

Who we are

Webuild in Australia is comprised of Webuild, Clough and e2o. Together, we are a pioneering project delivery company. We harness innovative engineering and construction solutions to improve peoples’ lives today and tomorrow.

We deliver large, complex projects for the infrastructure, energy, and resources industries, underpinned by a dedication to innovation, sustainability and getting the job done safely and efficiently. 

Our business is built on a foundation of strong values, earning us a respected reputation as an employer of a diverse and talented workforce who share in our passion for projects.

We are committed to providing our people with opportunities to learn, grow and thrive. By investing in their careers, we are not only supporting the growth of the engineering and construction industries, but ensuing Australia is well-positioned to deliver the nation-building projects that will enable a more sustainable future.

Who you are

Innovative. Curious. Passionate. Creative. These are just a few words that describe you.

Your focus will include:

• Act as the single coordination point across design, operations, planning and cost functions for controls-related matters.
• Establish and manage the overall governance framework for the development of the Guaranteed Cost Sum (GCS), ensuring alignment between design maturity, delivery methodology, program assumptions, quantities, cost build-up and risk exposure.
• Act as the central coordination point for all GCS inputs across design, operations, planning, cost and risk, ensuring information is current, consistent, traceable and aligned to the agreed scope and delivery strategy.
• Coordinate the integration of quantities, program and cost information, ensuring that cost build-ups are demonstrably linked to design-based quantities, construction sequencing and operational methodology.
• Lead implementation and operation of the Design Quantities Management framework.
• Own and manage the change management interface between design, operations, cost and risk.
• Ensure design- and delivery-led changes are identified early and assessed consistently.
• Coordinate time, cost and risk impact assessments.
• Act as the primary interface between design development and cost-related risk.
• Work closely with planning and operations teams to align design outputs with construction sequencing.
• Ensure program changes driven by operational requirements are reflected in cost and quantities.
• Authority to request information from design, operations, planning and commercial teams.
• Authority to convene coordination and governance forums.

What you will bring to the team:

• Relevant Tertiary qualifications – Commercial, Accounting, Engineering, Law or related discipline
• 10 years+ project controls management experience
• Proficiency in project controls systems and digital tools (SAP, Power BI)
• Proven experience managing project controls on complex major infrastructure, construction and/or resources projects
• Ability to collaborate and build effective relationships with project teams and stakeholders
• Strong commitment to safety, governance and continuous improvement
• Detail-orientated with a proactive approach to risk and performance management
• Exceptional commercial and analytical skills with excellent attention to detail

Clough’s people enjoy:

• A competitive remuneration package
• Industry leading paid parental leave program from the day you join 
• Flexible and remote work options to manage work and lifestyle commitments 
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities (through Engineers Australia, AIM Training, LinkedIn Learning and more) 
• Excellent end of trip facilities and free gym onsite   
• Numerous mental health and well-being programs  
• Special offers on private health insurance, salary packaging, banking, retail and more 
• Exposure to a range of iconic projects and industries   
• Salary continuance insurance (criteria applies) 

We’re building a diverse workforce

We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities in which we work and live, fostering an inclusive environment that accepts every person, embraces their strengths and differences, and provides opportunities for all to achieve their full potential.

We are a certified Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency, a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women, a signatory of the Veterans’ Employment Commitment, a partner of Pride in Diversity as LGBTQIA+ allies, and an active member of CEOs for Gender Equity. Guided by our Reconciliation Action Plan, we are committed to providing meaningful training and employment opportunities to deliver positive outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. 

As an employer of choice, we strongly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including women, veterans, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, and candidates with culturally diverse backgrounds.

Apply now to join us!

Once we receive your application, it will be reviewed for shortlisting. Should your application be shortlisted we will contact you.

Please note: We reserve the right to commence the shortlisting process for this role immediately and the right to remove the advertisement before the closing date. Agency submissions will not be considered for this position.

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