KBR 2027 Graduate Program - Graduate Project Controller

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KBR 2027 Graduate Program - Graduate Project Controller

The Opportunity

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

Who are 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 with a degree in Computer Science or Mathematics who is eager to develop a career in project controls. To be successful, you will demonstrate an interest in the application of AI and a proactive approach to improving processes ‑oriented professional capable of contributing effectively to complex, multidisciplinary projects. This role is suited to a recent university graduate with a degree in Computer Science or Mathematics who is eager to develop a career in project controls.

To be successful, you will demonstrate‑ an interest in the application of AI and a proactive approach to improving processes.

• Tertiary qualifications in computer science, Mathematics or relevant field
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrate strong initiative

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.

What the Program Offers

The program provides practical, hands‑on experience within your chosen discipline. Graduates are embedded in a dedicated team and contribute directly to projects that create real value for communities across Australia. The work is shaped by the needs of the project and the team you join, giving you the opportunity to apply your technical knowledge in a focused and meaningful way.

Strong support is a core part of the graduate experience. Experienced professionals provide mentoring, technical guidance and career advice to help you develop confidence and capability. You will also be connected to a national early‑career cohort through the IMPACT Program, offering opportunities for networking, professional learning and peer support.

Professional development is continually encouraged. KBR covers the cost of relevant professional memberships and provides access to learning opportunities that support your growth. Additional benefits include wellbeing initiatives, corporate discounts and other rewards designed to support a diverse workforce.

To hear more about the graduate experience at KBR, you can view our video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZTSxR1YvkVg

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.

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