Cost Manager

Mace; Brisbane; Hybride; AUD 180 000 - 280 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Hybrid working options

Résumé du poste

Mace, a global delivery consultancy, is leading cost management on a landmark hyperscale data centre project in Queensland, Australia. The multi‑phase programme spans design, delivery and operational readiness, offering the chance to contribute to a high‑profile project within a heavily regulated environment.

You will lead cost planning, procurement and governance, mentor project teams and drive sustainable delivery.

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or Cost Management.
• 8–10 years of experience in cost consultancy for critical infrastructure.
• Strong cost planning, estimating, budgeting, risk management and change control.
• Knowledge of contract administration and various forms of construction contracts.
• Proficient in BIM and lifecycle costing principles.

Responsabilités

• Lead cost planning and present robust cost strategies for data centre delivery.
• Manage procurement activities from tendering to contract award.
• Deliver cost management services driving performance, value, and strategic project outcomes.
• Ensure commercial controls align with governance and objectives.
• Champion sustainable delivery and carbon reduction initiatives.
• Lead and mentor project teams to foster collaboration and continuous improvement.

Connaissances

Cost planning

Budgeting

Risk management

Contract administration

BIM

Lifecycle costing

Stakeholder management

Formation

Degree in Quantity Surveying/Cost Management

Outils

BIM software

Digital tools

Value engineering

Lifecycle costing

Description du poste

Mace combines global delivery consultancy experience to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition. Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey.

The Project

This opportunity forms part of one of the most significant hyperscale data centre developments in the Asia Pacific region, delivering a multi-gigawatt, mission-critical campus in Queensland, Australia. With a projected construction programme spanning more than six years, the project offers the rare opportunity to contribute to a landmark development through multiple phases of design, delivery and operational readiness.

Working alongside a world-class client and an exceptional Mace team, you will help deliver infrastructure of the highest quality within a heavily regulated environment. This role will suit professionals who have experience on large-scale, complex projects and who consistently demonstrate the highest levels of integrity, professionalism and technical excellence.

You’ll Be Responsible For

• Lead cost planning and present robust cost strategies that support successful data centre delivery.
• Manage procurement activities, from tendering and commercial evaluation through to contract award.
• Deliver cost management services that drive performance, value, and strategic project outcomes.
• Ensure commercial controls align with governance, compliance, and business objectives.
• Champion sustainable delivery, supporting net zero ambitions and carbon reduction initiatives.
• Lead, mentor and develop project teams, fostering collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement.

You’ll Need To Have

• Degree in Quantity Surveying/Cost Management with a minimum of 8-10 years of experience.
• Proven cost consultancy experience and relevant sector expertise within a critical infrastructure environment.
• Strong cost planning, estimating, budgeting, risk management and change control capabilities.
• Knowledge of contract administration, contract management and various forms of construction contracts.
• Proficient in BIM, digital tools, value engineering and lifecycle costing principles.
• Effective stakeholder management, negotiation, analytical problem-solving and sustainability-focused decision making.

Our values

Safety first - Going home safe and well: We champion a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of wellbeing in every team.

Client focus - Deliver on our promise: We own the quality of deliverables, strategic outcomes and build long term relationships with our clients.

Integrity - Always do the right thing: We influence positive outcomes within our industry, while always aligning with our compliance obligations.

Create opportunity - For our people to excel: We champion a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities, inspiring our people and teams to develop.

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.

We are also open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable within the role.