Manager Project Controls (EPMO)

Fremantle Ports refreshed 2027 Strategic Plan marks an exciting new chapter for one of Australia’s most successful ports. Building on decades of expertise, we’re setting a bold vision for the future — and we need an experienced, values-driven Project Controls Manager to help make it happen.

If you’re passionate about making a difference, love working in a fast-paced environment, and are inspired by the opportunity to contribute to something bigger, this could be the role for you.

Role Highlights

Reporting to the Manager, Enterprise Program Management Office, the Project Controls Manager (EPMO) provides strategic oversight and governance of Fremantle Ports’ project portfolio, ensuring investment decisions and project delivery outcomes are aligned with organisational objectives and the Project Management Framework.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead enterprise project controls across Fremantle Ports, setting standards for estimating, scheduling, forecasting, cost management and reporting.
• Provide strategic governance and independent assurance to strengthen delivery confidence and investment decision-making.
• Drive portfolio performance through executive dashboards, analytics, forecasting and evidence-based insights.
• Manage integrated project controls frameworks, baselines, change control and cost-schedule-risk analysis.
• Conduct assurance reviews, health checks and critical path analysis to improve project certainty and compliance.
• Influence senior stakeholders with clear communication of complex project performance information.
• Lead capability development through mentoring, coaching and driving project management maturity.
• Champion innovation, automation and continuous improvement across project delivery systems and processes.

You’ll Also Bring

Qualifications and Experience

• Tertiary qualifications in Project Management, Engineering, Construction Management, Finance, Business, or a related discipline.
• Professional certification in project management, project controls, scheduling, or cost engineering (e.g. PMP, PMI-SP, AACE, CCP, EVP) is highly regarded.
• Demonstrated proficiency in project controls and portfolio management systems, including Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, Planview, and cost management or reporting tools.
• Extensive experience in project controls, scheduling, estimating, cost management, and performance reporting within complex engineering, infrastructure, utilities or capital project environments.

Technical, Professional and Specialist Skills

• Extensive knowledge of project and program management principles, governance frameworks, methodologies, and project delivery lifecycles.
• Advanced capability in project scheduling, cost control, forecasting, earned value management, performance measurement, and reporting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights to support project and portfolio performance.
• Demonstrated experience developing and implementing project controls frameworks, processes, standards, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ability to identify risks, issues, and opportunities early, and develop practical recommendations to support effective decision-making.
• Advanced verbal and written communication skills, including the preparation and presentation of reports, dashboards, and recommendations for executive and senior leadership audiences.
• Strong stakeholder management, negotiation, and influencing skills, with the ability to build collaborative relationships and drive outcomes across multidisciplinary teams.
• Proven ability to work independently while also contributing effectively within team-based and matrix operating environments.
• Strong focus on continuous improvement, standardisation, efficiency, and the delivery of consistent, repeatable project outcomes across a portfolio of projects and programs.
• Demonstrated ability to provide strategic and operational insights that support project delivery excellence, governance compliance, and organisational objectives.

What We Offer

Join Fremantle Ports and be part of a proud organisation with a rich history and culture that makes a significant contribution to the WA economy. Primarily based in Fremantle, you’ll enjoy a unique workplace with stunning ocean views, rich heritage and striking architecture in the heart of the Victoria Quay precinct, which is currently undergoing exciting revitalisation. You’ll also enjoy variety through occasional travel to our Kwinana facilities.

Benefit from free onsite parking and access to a gymnasium, flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance, generous annual leave, access to salary packaging, professional development opportunities, and a comprehensive health and wellness program.

Get to Know Us

Fremantle Ports is a Government Trading Enterprise with proven commercial success and a highly regarded reputation with its partners, the community, and other stakeholders. The Port of Fremantle is a vital transport hub, supporting Western Australia's economic growth by facilitating more than $45 billion of trade in FY2023–24. Fremantle Ports acts as both a landlord and the operator of its own import and export facilities in Kwinana.

We are proud to have a clear set of four values that set expectations about how we will behave: Collaboration, Accountability, Respect and Excellence (CARE).

Next Steps

If you're looking for a meaningful role in an organisation with purpose, impact, and a strong values-based culture, we want to hear from you.

Closing Date: 29/07/2026 at 5:00pm AWST.

Fremantle Ports is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture, underpinned by our Values of Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. We strive to attract, develop, and retain a high-performing workforce by providing supportive pathways and development opportunities. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged.