Project Control Specialist – Civil (South Island location) at Fulton Hogan

Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

27 Feb, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Controls, Programme Development, Schedule Management, Cost Control, Financial Control, Forecasting, Variance Analysis, Commercial Support, Change Management, Claims Management, Risk Management, Project Reporting, CCS Candy Software, Civil Construction Methodologies, Stakeholder Management, Analytical Skills

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

Job Description The Fulton Hogan Life Life at Fulton Hogan is about making the most of the opportunities, taking responsibility, having a crack, being accountable and making it happen. We live by our REAL values – Respect, Energy & Effort, Attitude, Leadership – and we demonstrate these through the good work we do, every day, as one team. Nau mai haere mai ki tā mātou whānau |Welcome to our Fulton Hogan Family Reporting into the Project Controls Manager, this role will sit within the Civil business – a division of Fulton Hogan specialising in infrastructure construction, based around reinforced concrete. We are currently delivering work ranging from bridges and wharves to water treatment plants, storage tanks and pipelines throughout New Zealand. As a Project Controls Specialist, you will be responsible for supporting projects across the South Island (and occasionally elsewhere in NZ) through robust project controls processes and tools. You will help plan, manage and mitigate schedule issues and risk events, while ensuring strong financial, cost and commercial control across our projects. Your main duties will include: Developing and maintaining project programmes and construction schedules. Cost and financial control, including forecasting, cost tracking and variance analysis. Commercial support to project teams, including change management and claims. Project reporting (time, cost, risk, performance) to internal and external stakeholders. Risk identification, analysis and management, including support on risk and delay claims. Working closely with Project Managers, Engineers, Commercial and Operations teams on multiple concurrent projects. While you could be Christchurch‑based, there are a number of projects in Invercargill and Wellington which may require you to relocate for the duration of a project, if necessary. You may also be required to travel to other locations within NZ. Good Work equals Good Benefits KiwiSaver employer contributions Fuel discount card Parental leave top-up payment with additional return to work support Family scholarships Ongoing training and development, career growth and progression opportunities Great discounts at a wide range of retailers Medical insurance Life insurance At Fulton Hogan, we genuinely care about the wellbeing of our people and giving them the tools and opportunities they need to succeed and grow with us. We’re looking for someone with: Minimum 10 years’ sound financial, commercial and programme‑related experience in a civil construction/infrastructure environment. At least 8 years’ experience specifically in a Project Controls role (time, cost and commercial control). CCS Candy software experience is strongly preferred. Proven record of high-paced projects completed in the last 5 years. Proven experience in planning, scheduling and project reporting, including risk and delay claims. Strong understanding of civil construction methodologies, ideally with reinforced concrete and infrastructure projects (bridges, wharves, water/wastewater treatment plants, tanks, pipelines etc.). Demonstrated ability to work with and influence a wide range of key stakeholders across multiple projects simultaneously. Strong analytical, numerical and reporting skills, with high attention to detail and accuracy. A commitment to Health and Safety and to Fulton Hogan’s values. Creating, Connecting and caring for the community Our people regularly donate their time to local causes and initiatives, while at a regional and national level we provide financial support, skills and resources to a wide range of organisations that are strengthening our communities. Our focus aims to also reduce our impact on the environment, and regenerate healthy new ecosystems. We look to partner with others to lift the standards of our industry and show customers lower-impact, sustainable ways of delivering infrastructure. Learn more about us: Homepage - Fulton Hogan and make an application to join our growing industry. All successful candidates must under-go and pass a pre-employment medical and drug screen. We celebrate and embrace diversity across our business and are committed to equal employment opportunities. We believe in the value that diversity brings to our team and people who share our REAL values are encouraged to apply. We are driven by fresh ideas and opportunities. We aim to do more and do better – for our people, our communities and the countries that we work in. As an employer, we know this relationship is a two-way street. We’re always looking for people who are passionate about the work they do. If that’s you, we’d like to invite you to become part of our family and join us in the good work we do.

Responsibilities

The Project Controls Specialist will support civil infrastructure projects across the South Island by developing and maintaining project programs, managing cost/financial controls including forecasting and variance analysis, and providing commercial support like change management. Key duties also involve project reporting, risk identification, analysis, and management, including support on risk and delay claims.