Graduate - Project Controls

Title: Graduate - Project Controls If you’re curious, ambitious and ready to help design a better, more sustainable world, KBR’s Graduate Development Program offers the opportunity to begin your career with purpose and real impact. The program is designed to support early‑career graduates with meaningful project experience, targeted development and strong professional guidance About KBR KBR is a global engineering, science and technology organisation with more than 33,000 employees worldwide. In Australia, we partner with government and industry to deliver sustainable solutions across transport, water, buildings, defence and environmental sectors. Our teams work together to solve complex challenges and create outcomes that benefit communities across the country. About the Role We are seeking a Graduate Project Controller to support multidisciplinary projects through effective cost management, budget analysis, and financial oversight. In this role, you will work closely with stakeholders to deliver accurate forecasting, transparent reporting, and strong governance compliance, ensuring programs remain on track and within budget. ‑disciplinary projects through effective cost management, budget analysis, and financial oversight. In this role, you will work closely with stakeholders to deliver accurate forecasting, transparent reporting, and strong governance compliance, ensuring programs remain on track and within budget. Key Responsibilities: Provide cost and budget analysis across major programs Apply risk management and contingency planning Implement budget management frameworks Monitor costs, variations, and milestones Recommend cost control improvements Ensure governance compliance Prepare cost reports and forecasts https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZTSxR1YvkVg About You We are seeking a detail-oriented professional capable of contributing effectively to complex, multidisciplinary projects. This role is suited to a recent university graduate who is eager to develop a career in project controls. Suitable degree backgrounds include Bachelor of Engineering, Bachelor of Commerce, Accounting and Finance, Construction Management, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related discipline. To be successful, you will demonstrate an interest in the application of AI, strong analytical skills, and a proactive approach to improving processes. Requirements Tertiary qualifications in Engineering, Commerce, Accounting & Finance, Construction Management, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related field Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team Strong written and verbal communication skills Demonstrated initiative and a proactive approach to problem-solving Interest in data-driven decision-making, digital tools, AI applications, and process improvement Strong attention to detail and analytical capability How to Apply Submit an online application including your CV, cover letter, academic transcript, and include details of any experience such as part‑time work, internships, volunteer roles or extracurricular involvement. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a face‑to‑face interview to discuss their interests, skills and motivation to join KBR. Candidates will then be contacted directly with the outcome and next steps. Begin your graduate career with an organisation focused on innovation, learning and impact. Apply today. #LI-DNP #LI-DNI  #S-DNI  KBR — Delivering Solutions, Changing the World. KBR brings together the best and brightest to deliver science, technology and engineering solutions that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most critical missions and objectives. In everything we do, we are guided by our ONE KBR Values: We Value Our People – We create diverse, inclusive environments in which each person can feel safe, respected and valued, and where everyone has opportunities to grow and reach their full potential. We Deliver – We are uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high-quality, technology-led solutions for our customers and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders. We Are People of Integrity – We value honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity. We believe doing what’s right for the planet, the communities where we work, and our people is good for business. We Empower – We empower our people with a shared purpose, the right tools and the supportive culture they need to be proactive decision-makers, to be adaptive to change, and to succeed. We Are a Team of Teams – We have a will to succeed, but we value the achievements of our team of teams over individual accomplishments. Our collective focus makes us a better, stronger, more effective company. We have also embedded environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles in every business operation and corporate function. Not only are we committed to operating safely, sustainably and equitably, but we are also committed to using our capabilities and expertise