Project Planning & Controls ProfessionalsJoin to apply for the Project Planning & Controls Professionals role at BAE Systems(Various Experience Levels – Location Flexible)At BAE Systems AustraliaDo interesting work that MATTERSENJOY what you doGROW your careerBe YOUWe work in a thriving sector – one that puts us at the forefront of exciting and meaningful work.
Every day we push boundaries to produce some of the world's most innovative and ground breaking technology.
Individually we all contribute to our success.
Collectively we make the impossible possible.Recognised for delivering projects of global and national significance that help keep Australia safe, it is our shared passion that shapes our culture, and our people that make it a great place to work.About The OPPORTUNITYWe currently have multiple opportunities for Project Planning and Controls (PP&C;) Professionals across our portfolio of Maritime and Defence Delivery programs.
Opportunities are at all levels and in most cases are location flexible.In these roles, PP&C; Professionals are responsible for utilising the Company's Earned Value Management (EVM) Systems and Tools to inform Project Management on project cost, schedule performance and risk status.In the conducting the assigned duties, successful applicants will be required to develop and maintain strong stakeholder relationships ensuring that they become a key, trusted member of their assigned Project Team.We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, such as remote working, working a 9-day fortnight and hybrid working.Key Responsibilities IncludeBeing a subject matter expert (SME) providing support to other PP&C; Professionals by applying specialist toolset knowledge – Primavera P6, Cobra, OracleContributing to the development and maintenance of the Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) and associated WBS DictionariesContributing to the establishment and maintenance of approved cost and schedule Project Management Baselines (PMB)Managing/processing approved baseline changesContributing to the development and maintenance of control account structures and associated Responsibility Assignment Matrices (RAM)Undertaking detailed planning activities, including rolling wave planning and developing Control Account Plans (CAP)Contributing to monthly reporting activities including capturing actuals, status, Estimates to Complete (ETC), and undertaking detailed variance analysis in accordance with the business rhythmSupporting Estimate at Completions (EAC) activities and providing SME advice to Control Account Managers (CAMs) with regards to development and preparation of their inputs and consolidation of program-wide dataProviding support to Integrated Baseline Reviews (IBR) and Earned Value Management System (EVMS) surveillance reviews as directed by the Project Planning and Controls ManagerEnsuring the correct utilisation of Earned Value Management standards, processes, and systems to enable timely and accurate monitoring, reporting and performance measurement throughout the project execution lifecycleAbout YOUPrevious experience as a Project Controller / Project Scheduler / Cost Schedule Analyst (essential)Experience in cost management with experience in the use of COBRA (preferred)Strong understanding of Earned Value Management principlesExperience in scheduling/planning with experience in the use of Primavera P6 (preferred) or OpenPlanAbility to interact effectively with stakeholders both internal and external to BAE Systems to implement business requirementsDemonstrated ability to work autonomously under time constraints, solve problems and make decisionsExcellent communication skills both written and verbalCurrent Defence security clearance or eligibility to obtainWe believe in hiring for potential, we know that some candidates hesitate if they don't tick all the boxes.
If this role interests you, but you don't meet all the criteria, we still encourage you to apply.About USYou will be joining a workplace that truly cares about your wellbeing.Our people are diverse and we value the variety of perspectives this brings, we know that a culture that is inclusive and fosters a sense of belonging is a place we can all make the most of our unique talents and be our best.As Australia's largest defence company in a rapidly growing sector, you will be connected into a global team and encouraged to explore where your career might take you whether that is a traditional career path or squiggly one, there are infinite possibilities for you at BAE Systems Australia.BAE Systems recognises the sacrifices of those who have served our Nation and their families.
We support our veteran community through our internal veteran network (VetNet Australia) and strong charitable partnerships, internal offerings including reserve service leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program and other exclusive offerings available through our strategic partners.We welcome applicants from all people regardless of sex, gender identity, race, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, age, or other lived experience; and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all positions.We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180.Awarded the 2024 Quarter 1 Benchmarcx Triple R- Excellence In Candidate Experience Certification.
As a member of the Circle Back Initiative we commit to respond to every applicant.To learn more about our competitive employee benefits, flexibility, other employment opportunities and what to expect from our recruitment process please visit: a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate clearances.
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