JOB REQUISITES Role Summary WSP India is currently seeking a Consultant - Project Controller for our Australia Mining infrastructure Projects Materials Handling Infrastructure This position will be a support to the project managers in the area of Project scheduling Cost Controlling variance analysis forecasting and reporting The position will also be involved in earned value management change management and risk management Mentor coach and train junior and intermediate cost controllers within project team A Team player and willing to work collaboratively with a motivated and highly successful team in Australia The position will be for Bangalore Noida Mumbai location Responsibilities Develop and implement comprehensive cost planning strategies for Mining processing plant EPC M projects including detailed cost estimates budgets and forecasts Ensure alignment of cost plans with project objectives timelines and deliverables Prepare analyze and present cost reports at various project phases and stage gates using relevant software tools Experience with Project scheduling Primavera P6 a must Regularly track actual expenditures against the budget and forecast future costs identifying variances and trends Provide detailed cost analysis and financial summaries for project managers and senior management Report and graph updates of actual man-hours and costs invoiced incurred physical progress forecast to complete key and or critical issues and scheduled achievements relative to the status of the project Conduct variance analysis to compare actual costs with budgeted amounts explaining discrepancies and recommending corrective actions Assess financial risks associated with project changes delays or cost overruns and develop risk mitigation strategies in collaboration with project teams Perform in-depth financial analyses to assess project performance cost trends and potential risks Prepare accurate and timely financial forecasts factoring in project milestones deliverables and potential scope changes Ensuring thorough regular periodic reassessment of project scope cost and schedule for completeness reflecting the best judgement of the project team and management Evaluate current status of the project cost provide most accurate total Project Forecast ensuring inclusion of all cost categories Evaluate the financial impact of changes in project scope or requirements Collaborate with project managers to review and approve change orders ensuring alignment with cost and budgetary goals Identify potential cost-related risks such as overruns or delays and develop proactive strategies to address them Support the development of contingency plans to ensure project financial stability Continuously improve cost control processes tools and methodologies to enhance efficiency and accuracy Share insights and recommendations with senior management to support data-driven decision-making Work closely with project management procurement and other cross-functional teams to gather cost-related information Ensure cost control measures align with overall project objectives and contractual requirements Risk Identification and Mitigation Take on additional responsibilities as directed by management Key Competencies Skills Able to communicate understand express and apply basic technical business or administrative concepts Superior organizational and time-management skills ability to meet deadlines Decision and problem-solving ability Proven ability to multi-task and efficiently respond to changing priorities Accepts coaching knowledge and support from more experienced staff Define and steward the commitment to Health and Safety on the projects Aware of safety concerns and contributes regularly to safety discussions Meeting targets and deadlines Assist in the definition of and ensure adherence to the defined corporate objectives Brief and assist subordinates with understanding and provide linked sub-objectives that have applicability to their work Seek out assistance and ask questions of company leaders and experts Lead by example and promote a positive environment rooted in communication ownership and camaraderie Maintain an open mind when receiving constructive feedback and apply recommendations towards self-improvement Build and maintain WSP s brand reputation both internally and externally Mandatory Skills 8-12 years Experience with cost controlling with O G Power plant Chemical processing Mining Processing industry experience Demonstrable capability in cost Controls and proven skills in the use of Cost Management software Microsoft Excel other cost management database products The use and understanding of Primavera Unifier is high desirable Understanding the Cost Controls function to align with Cost Management Change Management and Risk and Opportunity Management Desired Skills 8-12 years Valuable experience in cost control is considered and asset Understanding management of changes implications Understanding Earned Value Management guiding principles considered a plus Must be able to analyse the effect of schedule performance on project completion Must be time flexible and able to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously Attention to detail is critical Excellent verbal and written communication skills and effective interpersonal skills Familiarity with other analytics tools such as Power Point Excel Power BI equivalent dashboards Previous experience in an EPCM environment in the O G Power Mining processing industry is an asset Qualifications Must have minimum 8-12 years of experience post-graduation preferably relating to a large-scale professional services work setting Degree holder with Arts commerce Science Engineering MBA-Operations management or diploma or certificate in project Management or other applicable area would be an asset Work experience on AU NZ projects would be advantageous PMP certification would be advantageous Department 70672 - iCRC - Mining - Capital Projects AU Skills Required Cost Control Cost Analysis Planner Primavera Project Control Project Monitoring project scheduling pmp Years Of Exp 6 to 12 Years Desirable Skills Cost Control Cost Analysis Planner Primavera Project Control Project Monitoring project scheduling pmp Designation Senior Consultant - Project Controls Oil Gas