Project Cost Controller – Infrastructure & Utilities

Downer Group; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Perks@Downer discounts

Leadership development (THRIVE)

EmpowHER programs

Job summary

Downer Group is seeking an experienced Cost Controller to join the Water Services team within our Energy and Utilities business. You will collaborate with project and operational teams to support the financial performance of construction projects, delivering clear cost information across the full lifecycle.

Based in Brisbane, this role offers exposure to a Tier 1 ASX-listed organisation with strong governance, development opportunities and a focus on delivering essential infrastructure and

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in project cost control, finance or project controls.
• Experience with capital construction, infrastructure or utilities environments.
• Strong forecasting and Earned Value Performance Management knowledge.
• Experience with InEight or similar project controls systems and ERP (JDE).
• Advanced Excel skills with strong analytical, reporting and problem solving abilities.
• Detail-focused, proactive with strong communication and stakeholder relationships.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain project budgets and forecasts within InEight and JDE, analysing movements against budget and forecasts.
• Lead project month end cost control activities including accruals, cash flow forecasting and updates to project financial positions.
• Monitor actual costs, commitments, purchase orders and budget movements across WBS.
• Analyse project cost and schedule performance, including trends, risks and forecasts at completion.
• Partner with project teams to improve cost control processes, reporting and financial governance.

Skills

Cost control

Budgeting

Forecasting

Earned Value

Excel

Analytical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Tools

InEight

JDE

Job description

Downer Group is seeking an experienced Cost Controller to join the Water Services team within our Energy and Utilities business. You will collaborate with project and operational teams to support the financial performance of construction projects, delivering clear cost information across the full lifecycle.

Based in Brisbane, this role offers exposure to a Tier 1 ASX-listed organisation with strong governance, development opportunities and a focus on delivering essential infrastructure and