Project Cost Controller – Mining & Capital Projects

Evolution Mining; Parkes Shire Council; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Salary packaging

Life insurance

Income protection

Quarterly performance bonuses

Employee share scheme

Referral bonuses

Recognition program

Study assistance

Gym visits

Health insurance

Job summary

Evolution Mining is seeking a Project Cost Controller to join our Northparkes team. The role covers end-to-end cost control across capital projects, ensuring governance, accuracy and timely reporting to enable informed decisions.

You will manage budgets, forecasts and data insights using SAP Project Builder and advanced Excel, collaborating with Asset Management, Commercial, Mining teams and contractors in a proactive, detail‑oriented manner.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in project cost control or a comparable financial/project role.
• Demonstrated experience in project budgeting, forecasting, reporting and document control.
• Strong working knowledge of SAP and intermediate Excel.
• Proven ability to analyse data, identify trends and communicate insights clearly.
• Experience working with project stakeholders, contractors and cross-functional teams.
• Excellent organisation, time management and prioritisation skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy, with a strong focus on quality outcomes.
• A proactive mindset with the ability to solve problems and adapt to changing priorities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Managing project budgets, cost tracking, forecasting and reporting
• Analysing project data to identify cost overruns, risks, opportunities and scope changes
• Supporting the implementation and adherence to project governance processes, policies and procedures
• Maintaining accurate project data and reporting systems, including SAP Project Builder
• Coordinating with internal and external stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate information flow
• Providing administrative and document management support across project activities
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives across cost control and reporting practices

Skills

SAP

Excel

Budgeting

Forecasting

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Cost control

Job description

Evolution Mining is seeking a Project Cost Controller to join our Northparkes team. The role covers end-to-end cost control across capital projects, ensuring governance, accuracy and timely reporting to enable informed decisions.

You will manage budgets, forecasts and data insights using SAP Project Builder and advanced Excel, collaborating with Asset Management, Commercial, Mining teams and contractors in a proactive, detail‑oriented manner.