ASC is Australia’s submarine company. We built the Royal Australian Navy’s Collins Class submarines, sustain them, and are now delivering their Life of Type Extension to increase the boats’ service lives. We have also been selected by the Australian Government to sustain and jointly build the nation’s conventionally armed, nuclear-powered submarines – the largest and most complex industrial undertaking in Australia’s history.  

Our work is interesting and meaningful, contributing directly to Australia’s national security. We offer rewarding roles that provide the opportunity to grow your career, and the flexibility to balance life and work. A career at ASC is like no other, delivering a deeper purpose we can all be proud of.  

About the opportunity

The Project Controls Manager—SSN AUKUS, reporting to the Program Management Office Delivery Manager SSN AUKUS, ensures the PMO supports the SSN AUKUS Program by developing and implementing a Project Controls approach tailored for the Australian Shipbuilder during the Mobilisation and Build phases. Responsibilities include future management of Program Control Analysts and Schedulers, overseeing schedule and cost control, ensuring data consistency, assisting project teams, and developing performance metrics. The role also involves coordinating PMO services for the SSN AUKUS Integrated Project Teams, training staff on scheduling and EVMS tools, and maintaining the performance measurement baseline per contractual and corporate requirements.

Responsibilities  

• Report to the Program Management Office Delivery Manager SSN AUKUS.
• Develop and implement a Project Controls approach for the Australian Shipbuilder during Mobilisation and Build phases.
• Implement Earned Value Management System (EVMS) and Integrated Scheduling system for internal and external reporting.
• Manage Program Control Analysts and Schedulers, ensuring consistent schedule and cost control.
• Ensure data consistency between ASC’s corporate systems and assist project teams with initiatives.
• Develop and maintain key metrics to track SSN AUKUS performance.
• Train staff on scheduling and EVMS tools, ensuring compliance with contractual and corporate requirements.
  
  

About you  

• Tertiary qualification in Project Management, Commerce/Economics, Engineering and/or equivalent experience.
• 10 to 15+ years’ experience within Project Controls, Cost Control, Cost Estimating, Project Accounting or Project Planning/Scheduling.
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate the effective implementation and execution of standard (good) practice of Earned Value Management including Baseline Change Management, Variance Analysis, Earned Value Analysis and Schedule Management.
• Demonstrated experience with training and mentoring staff to consistently and effectively apply the discipline of Earned Value Management using an EVMS tool.
• Demonstrated competency in interpretation of contractual terms and conditions and facilitation of the delivery of periodic deliverables in accordance with contractual reporting requirements.
• A detailed understanding of PMBOK categories.
• Advanced skills and understanding of COBRA, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint and Power BI.
• Primavera P6 Professional Fundamentals, or equivalent
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, effective written and oral communication, stakeholder engagement, attention to detail, and ability to train team members.

Eligibility

This role requires a current National Police Clearance and an Australian Defence Security Clearance to an NV1 level. Your eligibility for this role is dependent on you obtaining and maintaining such clearance.  

Whilst ASC will accept all applications for this role, as this role requires an ability to access protected US defence technology, applicants holding nationality of certain foreign countries will not be eligible.  

To check your eligibility please visit the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency website.  

Benefits  

• Unique and challenging work with a deeper purpose.  
• Flexibility over how, when and where you work for the best work/life balance.  
• Up to 10 days additional leave every year so you can rest and recharge.  
• Generous parental leave so you can give your family the focus it deserves.  
• Subsidised childcare to ease the financial pressure on your family.  
• Health and wellbeing initiatives so you can perform at your best at work.  
• Professional development opportunities to advance your career.  
• A diverse and supportive environment where you can thrive.  
• Discounts and exclusive offers from leading Australian brands to help you save.  
• Relocation support for you and your family, whether you’re from interstate or overseas.  

About ASC  

ASC’s 2,400-plus staff offer a depth of submarine design, project management, supply chain, construction and engineering experience and expertise that is unparalleled in Australia’s defence industry. Established in 1985, the company’s work on Australia’s conventionally armed, nuclear-powered submarine build and the Collins Class Life of Type Extension takes place in Osborne, South Australia, with sustainment shared across Osborne and Henderson, Western Australia. ASC also plays a leading role in training Royal Australian Navy submariners.  

Apply today for a career with a deeper purpose.