FIFO Cost Controller - Construction Projects

Spiecapag; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

VINCI GROUP – SPIECAPAG AUSTRALIA is seeking an experienced Cost Controller for a FIFO project based in Cooma, NSW. The role supports monthly reporting, forecasting and the financial delivery of the project, reporting to the Commercial Manager.

Key duties include cost reviews, accruals tracking, cost-to-complete forecasting and the review of subcontractor and supplier claims. A qualification in business/engineering and FIFO experience are highly regarded.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years' project financial or cost control experience
• Experience in project delivery environments; FIFO experience is valued
• Ability to manage cost reporting, forecasting and commercial administration
• Strong analytical and detail-oriented mindset

Responsibilities

• Coordinate monthly cost reviews, forecasting and project cost reporting
• Manage revenue and cost reporting across labour, plant, materials and subcontracts
• Track accruals, forecast costs to complete and cash flow
• Review head contracts, subcontracts and supplier progress claims
• Support commercial correspondence, variations and risk management
• Maintain accurate cost data, reports and procurement registers
• Review subcontractor/supplier terms, pricing and close-out documentation
• Assist RFQ, tender activities and commercial evaluations
• Collaborate with project teams and stakeholders to ensure cost information is communicated
• Identify cost risks, opportunities and process improvements while ensuring compliance

Skills

Cost control

Forecasting

Financial reporting

Excel

Sage X3 ERP

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Education

Relevant qualification in Business, Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Sage X3 ERP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

VINCI GROUP – SPIECAPAG AUSTRALIA

VINCI is a world leader in concessions, energy and construction, operating in over 120 countries with a workforce of more than 294,000 employees. We are a Global Group with local company opportunities.

Spiecapag has been delivering large-scale pipeline infrastructure and drilling projects across Australasia for over 40 years. New projects and continuous growth mean we have a long-term career opportunity with an industry leader.

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Cost Controller to join our Operations team and support the successful commercial and financial delivery of our project based in Cooma, New South Wales. This is a FIFO role working a 14 days on / 7 days off roster. Reporting to the Commercial Manager, this role will be responsible for administering and controlling project costs, supporting monthly reporting and forecasting, and ensuring supplier and subcontract agreements are financially reviewed and managed in line with company requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate monthly cost reviews, forecasting and project cost reporting to support accurate and timely commercial decision making
• Manage revenue and cost reporting, including labour, plant and equipment, suppliers, materials, margins, bill rates and utilisation
• Track accruals, spent hours, forecast costs to complete, cash flow and earned value reporting across the project lifecycle
• Collate, review and ensure the accuracy of head contract, subcontractor and supplier progress claims
• Support the Commercial Manager and project team with contractual correspondence, claims responses, variations and commercial risk management
• Maintain accurate financial data, cost reports, procurement registers, contract records and project documentation
• Review subcontractor and supplier terms and conditions, pricing, progress claims, variations, securities and close-out documentation
• Support RFQ, procurement and tender activities, including commercial evaluations, award recommendations and contract documentation
• Liaise with project teams, client representatives, suppliers and subcontractors to ensure cost information is captured and communicated effectively
• Identify project cost risks, opportunities and process improvements while supporting compliance with company policies, delegations and QHSE requirements

About you

• Relevant qualification in Business, Engineering or related discipline, or equivalent industry experience
• Minimum five years’ project financial or cost control experience, ideally across at least two previous project environments
• Experience working in a project delivery environment, with FIFO experience highly regarded
• Strong cost control, financial reporting, forecasting, cash flow, change management and commercial administration capability
• Highly numerate, analytical and detail focused, with the ability to identify trends, errors, risks and opportunities quickly
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, with exposure to Sage X3 ERP or similar systems desirable
• Good understanding of project scheduling and the relationship between schedule, cost, productivity and commercial outcomes
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear reports and commercial documentation
• Strong negotiation, influencing, problem-solving, planning and stakeholder management skills
• A proactive, resilient and collaborative approach, with a strong focus on safety, quality, compliance and continuous improvement

How to apply

If you are an experienced Cost Controller with strong project financial, reporting and commercial capability, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your resume outlining your relevant cost control, financial reporting and project experience and why you are the ideal candidate for this position.

Spiecapag Australia is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Applications will only be considered for candidates who currently live within Australia and have currently approved visa working rights (permanent, temporary, student, spousal, etc) to Australia.