Senior Cost Engineer

Brisbane, QLD
Contract
Full-time

3 days ago

The CompanyOur client is a tier-one infrastructure developer delivering a large-scale, multi-year infrastructure project of significance. As part of a growing project controls team within the commercial function, they are seeking an experienced Senior Cost Engineer to help drive accurate cost forecasting, reporting, and analysis across a major civil works program.This role is on a 5/2 FIFO (Monday to Friday) roster flying from Brisbane, Sydney or Melbourne on a 2-year fixed-term contract.For those who are open to relocation to a regional location, a relocation package can be provided.The RoleIn this client-side role, the Senior Cost Engineer will be responsible for supporting end-to-end cost control across the full lifecycle of a major infrastructure package. You’ll work closely with the contractor, cost control manager, and commercial leadership to ensure accurate forecasting, risk identification, and cost reporting throughout delivery.Key Responsibilities:

Perform earned value and productivity analysis to support delivery confidence
Collaborate with contractors to ensure cost allocations are accurate and consistent
Produce detailed cost engineering reports and forecasts
Support time/work studies and site measures as required
Identify cost risks and opportunities and communicate these effectively to the broader team
Maintain strict adherence to project cost control procedures and systems
Engage with multiple stakeholders, including project controls, commercial, and site teams

Your Background:

Degree in Engineering, Project Management, Quantity Surveying, Finance, or related field
8+ years of project controls or cost engineering experience in major construction, infrastructure or mining projects
Strong analytical and reporting skills, with proficiency in cost management systems
Strong commercial acumen and understanding of forecasting and earned value techniques
Excellent communication skills — verbal and written — with the ability to collaborate across disciplines
Comfortable working in a site-based role within a fast-paced, high-expectation environment

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