Job Description
/n /n Project Controls Manager/n /n /n Job ID1006370

Job Type
Permanent Full-time LocationAus
- Brisbane CategoriesCPB Contractors/n /n /n /n /n Applications close 09 Dec 2026 E. Australia Standard Time/n /n /n /n Build Your Career on a Landmark Data Centre Project/n CPB Contractors is seeking an experienced Project Controls Manager to join a major data centre project in Queensland. /n This is a key leadership opportunity for an experienced project controls professional who thrives in complex construction environments and is passionate about driving project performance, certainty, and successful delivery outcomes. /n Based on site on a DIDO 5 days on / 2 days off roster, you will lead the planning, scheduling, cost control, forecasting, reporting, and performance management functions for a nationally significant digital infrastructure project. The Role/n Reporting to the Project Director, you will lead the integrated project controls function, providing visibility and insight across schedule, cost, productivity, risk, and overall project performance. /n Working closely with engineering, construction, commercial, procurement, and commissioning teams, you will establish and maintain robust project controls systems that support informed decision-making and delivery excellence.

Key Responsibilities
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- Lead planning, scheduling, cost control, forecasting, reporting, and risk management activities. /n
- Manage the integrated master schedule and project performance reporting framework. /n
- Drive project forecasting, progress measurement, and earned value management processes. /n




- Monitor schedule, cost, and productivity trends and provide strategic recommendations. /n
- Identify project risks and opportunities and support mitigation and recovery planning. /n
- Coordinate project controls reporting across key project functions. /n
- Support project leadership with timely analysis and performance insights. /n
- Lead and mentor project controls team members while driving continuous improvement initiatives. /n About You/n You will bring: /n /n
- Proven experience as a Project Controls Manager, Planning Manager, or Senior Project Controls skilled on major construction projects. /n
- Experience delivering large-scale building, infrastructure, industrial, energy, resources, or mission-critical projects. /n
- Strong knowledge of planning, scheduling, cost control, forecasting, risk management, and performance reporting. /n
- Advanced Primavera P6 capability. /n
- Strong leadership, analytical, and stakeholder management skills. /n
- Experience leading multidisciplinary teams within complex project environments. /n Desirable/n /n
- Tier 1 contractor or major builder experience. /n
- Data centre or mission-critical project experience. /n
- Experience with Power BI, EcoSys,



Prism, SAP, or similar project controls platforms. /n
- Understanding of Earned Value Management (EVM) methodologies. /n
- Relevant qualifications in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related discipline. /n Why Join CPB Contractors?/n /n
- Join one of Australia's leading contractors and a member of the CIMIC Group. /n
- Help deliver a landmark digital infrastructure project. /n
- Work alongside industry-leading professionals in a complex and rewarding environment. /n
- Long-term career opportunities across the CIMIC Group. /n
- Structured leadership development and professional growth pathways. /n
- Competitive remuneration, site uplift, and project benefits. /n Diversity and Inclusion/n We particularly welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, women, the LGBTQ+ community, mature workers, Veterans and active-duty armed forces personnel, and people of all cultural backgrounds. /n At CPB Contractors, we believe diverse teams deliver stronger outcomes and create a workplace where everyone can thrive. Apply Now/n If you're an experienced Project Controls leader looking to make a significant impact on a nationally significant project while advancing your career with one of Australia's most respected contractors, we'd love to hear from you. /n Join CPB Contractors and help build the infrastructure powering Australia's digital future. /n

How to apply
Applications close 09 Dec 2026 E. Australia Standard Time/n /n

📌 Project Controls Manager (Brisbane)
🏢 CPB
📍 Brisbane