Project Controls Data Automation Engineer
Role Overview
Build automated reporting and AI-enabled tools that sharpen cost and schedule control on a major infrastructure project in regional Victoria.
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Benefits
- Own the data and automation capability on a major project
- Work alongside digital engineering and data science specialists
- Mentoring programs and training support to grow your career
About the Opportunity
You will report to the Manager, Project Controls in the Commercial team. Combine core project controls across schedule, cost, risk and change with the data tools that drive them, and lead the digital capability behind it. Build automated pipelines and Power BI dashboards that replace manual reporting, and apply AI-enabled tools to sharpen forecasting. Partner with commercial, engineering, construction, procurement, digital engineering and data science teams. Your work will feed monthly and executive reports, and shape how a major project tracks its own performance.
Key accountabilities for the position will be:
Build automated data pipelines that replace manual project controls reporting
Design Power BI dashboards that give the project clear, current data
Reconcile data across systems and flag anomalies before they reach reports
Apply AI-enabled tools to improve forecasting and reporting accuracy
Maintain the project program in Aphex, including updates and look-aheads
Evaluate variations and change impacts on cost and schedule
Provide analysis for Monthly Progress Reports and executive reporting
Required Skills and Competencies
Engineering degree, such as mechatronics or automation
Systems engineering and project controls knowledge
Power BI, advanced Excel and data integration
Scheduling tools such as Primavera P6 or MS Project
LinkedSite, machine learning, infrastructure exposure desirable
Why work for us?
At ACCIONA, we offer a dynamic and challenging work environment where our employees can grow and develop their careers. We provide opportunities for professional development, and our team members are encouraged to bring new ideas and approaches to their work. Our company is dedicated to fostering a culture of inclusiveness and respect where every employee feels valued and supported.
ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in Australia, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure and water projects across Australia & New Zealand.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity. Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.
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