Cost Controller

Civmec; Perth; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12 weeks parental leave

Rewards & Recognition program

Staff benefits discounts

Job summary

Civmec is seeking a qualified Cost Controller to join our Maintenance division in Henderson, WA. You will manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial oversight across multiple projects, collaborating with Project Managers and senior leaders to drive commercial outcomes.

You will lead cost control activities, monitor variances, and ensure procurement and debt management align with project lifecycles. A Finance/Accounting background with strong analytical and communication skills is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce or related discipline.
• Experience as Cost Controller, Senior Cost Controller or Project Controls in Mining, Construction, Engineering or Resources.
• Strong understanding of project cost control, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting and lifecycles.
• Analytical and problem‑solving skills with ability to interpret financial data and provide insights.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement across project teams and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Compile, review and analyse monthly project and business unit financial reports and KPIs.
• Lead budgeting and forecasting activities including labour hours, costs, revenue and cash flow projections.
• Monitor project performance against budgets, identify variances and recommend actions.
• Conduct financial audits and oversee project overheads, debt management, procurement compliance and cost control.
• Partner with Project Managers to identify financial risks and drive commercial outcomes.

Skills

Cost control

Budgeting

Forecasting

Financial reporting

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Commerce

Job description

The Company

Civmec is an Australian-owned, integrated, multidisciplinary heavy engineering and construction services provider to the energy, resources, infrastructure, marine and defence sectors. Our diversification enables us to operate extensively across the nation, supporting a wide range of landmark projects and providing variety and career development opportunities for our workforce.

Join the Civmec Team

This is a great opportunity to join our team working on major projects within the Maintenance division. Located in Henderson, WA, you will be working closely with Project Managers, Operations Managers and senior business leaders to provide financial oversight and commercial support across a portfolio of projects.

The Role

• - Compile, review and analyse monthly project and business unit financial reports, KPIs and performance metrics.
• - Lead budgeting and forecasting activities, including project labour hours, costs, revenue and cash flow projections.
• - Monitor project performance against budgets and forecasts, identifying variances and recommending corrective actions.
• - Conduct financial audits and oversee project overheads, debtor management, procurement compliance and cost control processes.
• - Partner with Project Managers and operational stakeholders to identify financial risks, improve reporting accuracy and drive commercial outcomes.

About You

To be successful in the role you will possess the following:

• - Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce or a related discipline.
• - Demonstrated experience in a Cost Controller, Senior Cost Controller or Project Controls role within Mining, Construction, Engineering or Resources industries.
• - Strong understanding of project cost control, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting and project lifecycles.
• - Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret financial data and provide meaningful business insights.
• - Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build relationships across project teams and senior leadership.

Civmec + You

At Civmec, we offer an inclusive workplace built on family values, with a ‘Never Assume' culture, sustained by our experienced and supportive management team. We believe our workforce is our greatest asset, and that's why we provide an environment rich in career development opportunities to upskill and develop professionally. We offer 12 weeks paid parental leave for primary caregivers and 1 week for permanent secondary caregivers. Our generous Reward and Recognition scheme recognises employees that go the extra mile. Our staff benefits scheme gives you access to accident and sickness insurance, and a range of travel, entertainment, vehicle and lifestyle discounts.

Civmec is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. Defence force experience is desirable, and veterans are encouraged to apply. We respectfully request no agency submissions.