Sodexo is a leading provider of operations, maintenance, and refurbishment services for non-process infrastructure, proudly serving clients in the mining and oil & gas industries across Western Australia. We play a vital role in supporting the resource sector by delivering high-quality catering, hospitality, and facilities maintenance services that ensure the smooth and efficient operation of our clients’ sites.
We are currently seeking a Project Business Partner to join our Project Team in a full-time permanent capacity. This role is instrumental in supporting the full project lifecycle by monitoring and controlling project costs, maintaining cost trackers, and ensuring accurate forecasting, invoicing, and month-end reporting. The role also involves collating and tracking schedules for individual projects and the overall program.
In addition, the Project Business Partner will manage a team of eight Project Cost Controllers, including two Senior Cost Controllers, providing leadership and oversight to ensure effective cost management and project delivery across the portfolio.
Key Accountabilities:
* Understanding of the Contract commercial mechanism.
* In-depth analysis, Monitoring and follow up on Project financial Costs on a day-to-day basis: purchase order management & goods receipting, review progress claims and contractor invoices)
* Collect native baseline schedules from PL & Contractors at Project kick-off (should match the contract)
* Track monthly revenue/cost progress with PL, track deviation to the baseline - changes & scope creeps on Projects
* Maintain and Monitor Project cost sheets, present monthly Project status update with PL, Schedule for each Project. Compile Weekly Report for Projects Works
* Partnering and communicating with various stakeholders (Project Managers, finance,…)
* Attend monthly client meeting
Requirements and essential experience:
* Over 7 years of experience in Project Controls, Account Management, and Project Management roles
* Extensive experience in commercial finance environments
* Proven ability to manage and influence a wide range of stakeholders with strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex information clearly
* Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with the ability to demonstrate complex data analysis and reporting skills
* Strong analytical mindset with a keen eye for accuracy and detail; able to produce high-quality outputs under pressure
* Highly self-motivated and capable of managing multiple priorities in dynamic, fast-paced environments
* Skilled at reviewing and improving existing systems and processes, with a focus on efficiency and continuous improvement
* Proficient in the full Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel
* Demonstrated discretion and ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a high-performing team within a global organization that is a leader in the operations, maintenance, and refurbishment of non-process infrastructure. If you’re looking for a supportive, inclusive work environment that encourages growth and personal development, we encourage you to apply. Click "Apply" and submit your resume to join our dynamic team.