Cost Controller

Downer; New South Wales; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Perks at Downer

Leadership programs THRIVE

EmpowHER

Internal mobility

Job summary

Downer Group is seeking an experienced Cost Controller to join our Utilities Water Services team in Australia. You will manage, analyse and report the financial position of construction projects, providing timely information to support strong project performance and informed commercial decisions.

You’ll oversee budgeting, forecasting, month-end activities, cost control and financial reporting, using InEight and JDE, with a focus on Earned Value Management and data-driven forecasting.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical capability with detailed understanding of project financial performance.
• Need 10+ years of relevant experience; tertiary qualifications preferred.
• Solid knowledge of financial, accounting and cost control principles within capital construction projects.
• Experience with project controls systems such as InEight and enterprise systems such as JDE.
• Advanced Excel skills with data analysis, forecasting and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Manage, analyse and report the financial position of construction projects.
• Provide accurate and timely financial information to support project performance and commercial decisions.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, month-end activities, cost management and financial reporting using InEight and JDE.
• Collaborate with project teams and management to ensure effective cost control.

Skills

Analytical capability

Earned Value Management

Advanced Excel

Data analysis

Forecasting

Education

Tertiary qualifications in finance or engineering

Tools

InEight

JDE

Job description

The opportunity

Downer Utilities Water Services has an opportunity for an experienced Cost Controller to join our team, reporting to the Senior Cost Control Manager.

This role is responsible for managing, analysing and reporting the financial position of construction projects. You will provide accurate and timely financial information that supports strong project performance and informed commercial decision making.

Working closely with project teams and management, you will oversee budgeting, forecasting, month end activities, cost management and financial reporting using systems including InEight and JDE.

What we’re looking for

• We are looking for an experienced Cost Controller with strong analytical capability and a detailed understanding of project financial performance.
• 10 plus years of relevant experience, with tertiary qualifications in finance or engineering preferred
• Strong knowledge of financial, accounting and cost control principles within capital construction projects
• Experience with project controls systems such as InEight and enterprise systems such as JDE
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with demonstrated capability in data analysis, forecasting and reporting
• Strong understanding of Earned Value Performance Management, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively

What we offer

• An opportunity to contribute to critical infrastructure projects within Downer Energy and Utilities
• Access to Perks at Downer benefits including financial, travel and wellbeing discounts
• Access to leadership and development programs including THRIVE and EmpowHER
• Career development supported by a dedicated internal mobility team focused on internal progression, succession and redeployment opportunities
• The opportunity to build your career with a Tier 1 ASX listed organisation with extensive in house technical and delivery capability

About Energy and Utilities

Downer's Energy and Utilities business unit is an integrated trans Tasman team, providing services and solutions that connect communities to essential networks and infrastructure. We design, build, operate and maintain today's critical assets and networks, delivering complete services across the water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial and power generation sectors. Our expertise spans in house technical smarts, specialist engineering, integrated OEM partners, and dedicated crews of qualified tradespeople.

Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.