Cost Controller

Consilium Solutions; Perth; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Consilium Solutions is expanding and seeking a driven Cost Controller to join our Perth team. You will work closely with the Cost Manager, supporting major projects across mining and construction, delivering accurate cost reporting and strong financial control using Oracle Unifier as the main platform.

We value attention to detail, proactive collaboration, and Full Australian working rights, with responsibilities including budgeting, forecasting, and weekly/monthly cost reporting for

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience as a Cost Controller in construction or resources
• Hands-on experience applying WBS/CBS cost structures, including calculating VOWD and accruals
• Experience using cost management systems, with a solid understanding of their functionality
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Full Australian working rights

Responsibilities

• Set up new projects within the cost management system using the estimate and establishing a control budget baseline to enable accurate performance measurement
• Track and monitor project costs, including labour, materials, equipment, and overheads
• Collect and consolidate commitments, actuals, forecasts, and progress data from contractors, and input into the cost management system
• Ensure contractors submit progress claims on time and are accurately assessed against approved budgets and quantities, escalating any cost or scope deviations promptly
• Assist with forecasting and cash flow planning to support project delivery
• Prepare weekly and monthly cost reports for stakeholders, management, and clients
• Maintain accurate cost allocations within the cost management system in line with WBS/CBS structures
• Adapt cost control processes, reporting formats, and system configurations to align with differing client requirements, governance structures, and reporting cycles on a project-by-project basis
• Provide general administrative and project support to the project team, internal stakeholders, and clients as required

Skills

Cost control

MS Excel

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Proactive attitude

Australian working rights

Tools

Oracle Unifier

Job description

Consilium Solutions is expanding and seeking a driven Cost Controller to join our Perth team. In this role, you will work closely with the Cost Manager, supporting delivery of major projects across a range of sectors. You will play a key role in managing project costs, ensuring accurate reporting, and maintaining effective financial control across all phases of the project, utilising Oracle Unifier as the primary cost management platform.

We are seeking a candidate with experience in construction or mining projects, strong attention to detail, and a proactive, positive attitude. You will be confident working across various systems, adaptable to new tools and processes, and committed to delivering high-quality outcomes aligned with our core values of Performance, Integrity, Efficiency, and Commitment.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up new projects within the cost management system using the estimate and establishing a control budget baseline to enable accurate performance measurement
• Track and monitor project costs, including labour, materials, equipment, and overheads
• Collect and consolidate commitments, actuals, forecasts, and progress data from contractors, and input into the cost management system
• Ensure contractors submit progress claims on time and are accurately assessed against approved budgets and quantities, escalating any cost or scope deviations promptly
• Assist with forecasting and cash flow planning to support project delivery
• Prepare weekly and monthly cost reports for stakeholders, management, and clients
• Maintain accurate cost allocations within the cost management system in line with WBS/CBS structures
• Adapt cost control processes, reporting formats, and system configurations to align with differing client requirements, governance structures, and reporting cycles on a project-by-project basis
• Provide general administrative and project support to the project team, internal stakeholders, and clients as required

About You

• Minimum of 2 years' experience as a Cost Controller, including at least 1 year within the construction or resources sector
• Hands-on experience applying WBS/CBS cost structures, including calculating VOWD and accruals
• Experience using cost management systems, with a solid understanding of their functionality and application
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• A driven and ambitious attitude, with a genuine desire to identify and drive improvements to processes and ways of working
• Full Australian working rights

About us:

Consilium Solutions is a specialist project management firm built by practitioners who understand delivery complexity. We raise standards through disciplined execution-aligning stakeholders early, planning with rigour, and coordinating design, procurement and site delivery. The result is a clear path from concept to handover with predictable schedules, safer sites and better value.

Guided by Performance, Proactivity and Integrity, we continuously strive to find new and improved methods to support our clients, ensuring transparent and candid reporting highlighting the full picture, and act quickly on risks and opportunities. We take accountability for decisions and recovery actions, sustaining momentum without compromising quality.

We are committed to being an equal opportunity employer and to fostering a respectful, inclusive workplace. We aim to make all hiring decisions based on merit and comply with applicable Australian employment laws, including the Fair Work Act 2009.

For more information about this opportunity please contact Danyelle Hines on [e-mail]