Cost Manager

Core Talent; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid & flexible working

Sponsorship available

Career progression

Job summary

Core Talent partners with a leading global consultancy delivering high-value data centre developments. The Senior Cost Manager role offers real responsibility, with opportunities to own cost management across pre- and post-contract work on DC projects.

You will join experienced, diverse teams, supporting settlements, cost reporting, bids, and final accounts while travelling to sites as required. Hybrid & flexible working is available alongside sponsorship for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Experience in pre- and post-contract cost management on complex infrastructure projects.
• Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field.
• Willingness to travel for site visits.

Responsibilities

• Support settlement of construction disputes, loss and expense claims with transparency.
• Resolve commercial issues, change orders, and contract matters efficiently and fairly.
• Assist in preparation and agreement of final accounts, ensuring best value for clients.
• Develop cost plans and estimates for key client developments, particularly within data centre projects.
• Drive clear project outcomes through accurate cost reporting and timely communication.
• Actively participate in the tender and bid process, from documentation through to analysis and reporting.
• Oversee project expenditure through valuations and cost reporting, communicating variations clearly.
• Contribute to nimble project delivery and informed decision-making.

Skills

Cost management

Stakeholder engagement

Client-facing

Travel for site visits

Education

Quantity Surveying

Job description

We are partnering with a leading global consultancy delivering complex, high-value projects across a range of sectors, with a rapidly expanding presence in data centre (DC) developments. With over 2,000 employees nationally, they offer the scale of a global business combined with a collaborative, people-first culture.

This growth has created an opportunity for a Senior Cost Manager to join the team. They are also open to considering less experienced candidates who bring relevant project exposure and the right mindset.

The Opportunity

You will work within highly experienced, culturally diverse, and passionate teams, fostering a strong team dynamic and shared sense of achievement. The business is committed to empowering individuals, giving you real responsibility in your role and the support to take ownership of your career progression.

You'll gain exposure to major data centre projects, expanding your technical expertise while working on some of the most exciting and fast-growing developments in the market.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the settlement of construction disputes, loss and expense claims with transparency
• Resolve commercial issues, change orders, and contract matters efficiently and fairly
• Assist in the preparation and agreement of final accounts, ensuring best value for clients
• Develop cost plans and estimates for key client developments, particularly within DC projects
• Drive clear project outcomes through accurate cost reporting and timely communication
• Actively participate in the tender and bid process, from documentation through to analysis and reporting
• Oversee project expenditure through valuations and cost reporting, clearly communicating any variations
• Contribute to nimble project delivery, supporting informed decision-making

About You

• Experience in pre- and post-contract cost management, ideally within data centres, mission-critical, or complex infrastructure projects
• Degree qualified (or equivalent experience) in Quantity Surveying, Cost Management, or a related field
• Comfortable working in a dynamic environment, managing your own priorities and deadlines
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills and a client-facing approach
• Willingness to travel for site visits to engage with clients, contractors, and project teams
• A collaborative mindset, with a passion for building strong, trusted relationships

What's on Offer

• Work with a globally recognised consultancy at the forefront of data centre delivery
• Hybrid & flexible working - including 2 days from home
• Projects are largely remote, with site visits required as part of stakeholder engagement
• Clear career progression pathways, supported by structured development programmes
• Discretionary annual salary reviews aligned with market and economic conditions
• Opportunity to work on high-profile, technically complex projects
• Sponsorship available for the right candidate

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a consultancy that places a strong emphasis on people, development, and long-term careers, while working on some of the most in-demand projects in the global market.

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