Senior Cost Manager – Major Projects, Melbourne

Bluestone; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Bluestone in Melbourne is seeking an experienced Senior Cost Manager to lead cost management across large-scale construction and infrastructure projects. You will oversee cost plans, estimates and budgets, guiding project teams from feasibility through delivery.

Based on project sites in Melbourne's south-east three days per week, you will build strong client relationships and provide strategic cost advice across health, data centres, aviation and defence, while pursuing a clear progression path

Qualifications

• Experience as a Senior Cost Manager, Senior Quantity Surveyor or in a similar cost management position.

Responsibilities

• Lead cost management activities across large-scale construction and infrastructure projects.
• Prepare and review cost plans, feasibility studies, estimates and project budgets.
• Monitor project costs, financial performance and budget forecasts throughout the project lifecycle.
• Identify and manage cost risks, variations and potential budget overruns.
• Provide strategic cost advice to clients and project stakeholders.
• Work closely with project managers, consultants, contractors and other key stakeholders to support successful project outcomes.
• Contribute to commercial decision-making and ensure projects remain aligned with their financial objectives.
• Support the delivery of complex projects across health, data centres, aviation and defence.
• Build strong client relationships and contribute to the continued growth of the business.

Skills

Senior Cost Manager

Cost planning

Budgeting

Cost control

Stakeholder management

Communication

Job description

Bluestone in Melbourne is seeking an experienced Senior Cost Manager to lead cost management across large-scale construction and infrastructure projects. You will oversee cost plans, estimates and budgets, guiding project teams from feasibility through delivery.

Based on project sites in Melbourne's south-east three days per week, you will build strong client relationships and provide strategic cost advice across health, data centres, aviation and defence, while pursuing a clear progression path