Head of Project Controls #0204CG

Keller Executive Search is partnering with a specialist Australian mining infrastructure development company to appoint a Head of Project Controls. Our client manages capital-intensive infrastructure projects supporting mineral processing operations, transport networks and associated resource developments.

The Head of Project Controls will establish project performance frameworks and oversee cost management, scheduling and reporting across the company's development portfolio. This position offers the opportunity to influence project governance and provide senior leadership with the information needed to manage complex infrastructure investments.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish project controls standards and reporting frameworks for major infrastructure developments.
• Oversee integrated project schedules, cost forecasts and progress reporting.
• Monitor project performance against approved budgets, milestones and delivery targets.
• Implement change management and project control procedures.
• Lead project cost estimation, contingency analysis and financial progress tracking.
• Identify schedule delays, cost exposure and emerging delivery risks.
• Coordinate project performance reporting for executive management and investment stakeholders.
• Manage project controls personnel and external project management consultants.
• Collaborate with engineering, construction and commercial team