Project Control Officers

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Position Description:

Be part of something meaningful. Join CGI, one of the world’s largest independent IT and business consulting firms, as we continue to expand our Space, Defence and Intelligence (SDI) footprint in Australia. With a global legacy of supporting mission-critical programmes, CGI is actively shaping the future of SDI in Australia. This is an opportunity to help define strategy and direction as part of a growing and high-performing team.

At CGI, you are more than just an employee you are an owner. Through our generous share purchase plan, you can take pride in sharing in the success you help to create.

Your future duties and responsibilities:

The Project Control Officer (PCO) provides essential support to project and programme managers to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. The role involves a mix of administrative, coordination, and analytical activities that enable effective project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Project Governance Support:
-Assist in the development and maintenance of project governance frameworks
-Track project deliverables and milestones using appropriate tools

Scheduling and Planning:

-Maintain project schedules and coordinate updates with stakeholders
-Track timelines, deadlines, and interdependencies

Financial Monitoring:

-Monitor project budgets and prepare financial reports
-Support cost tracking, procurement activities, and invoice reconciliation

Reporting and Documentation:
-Produce regular status reports, dashboards, and project documentation
-Ensure documentation complies with organisational standards

Risk and Issue Management:
-Track project risks, issues, and change requests
-Support mitigation planning and escalation processes

Resource Coordination

-Monitor resource allocation and availability
-Assist with onboarding project team members and maintaining project rosters

Tool and System Management:

-Use project management tools such as MS Project, JIRA, Clarity, or equivalent
-Maintain SharePoint or similar collaboration platforms for document control

Required qualifications to be successful in this role:

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel, PowerPoint, Project).
• Active Security Clearance
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving ability.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in business administration, project management, or related field.
• PMP, Prince2 Foundation, or similar project management certification (desirable).
• Experience with project control in a PMO or large project environment (preferred: 2–5 years).

Desirable Attributes

• Ability to adapt to fast-paced environments.
• Experience working in sectors like IT, defence, finance, or public services.
• Familiarity with Agile and Waterfall project methodologies.

What you can expect from us:

Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action.

Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because…

You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction.

Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.