Strategic Project Cost Controller

Acciona Cobra Joint Venture; Sydney; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Acciona Cobra Joint Venture in Sydney CBD is seeking a Cost Control Manager to own cost reporting and budget monitoring for the project. You will track staff and indirect costs, forecast outcomes, and provide clear reporting to the management team.

The role requires strong communication, ability to work autonomously, experience in construction, and the capacity to influence multiple stakeholders. Based in our Sydney office, you will collaborate across finance and project teams to drive better

Qualifications

• Experience in cost control within large projects.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills.
• Excellent stakeholder communication.

Responsibilities

• Tracking cost to date, forecast to complete, earned value and risks across Staff and Indirect costs.
• Reviewing forecast assumptions and contingency allowances, spotting trends and flagging issues.
• Preparing internal cost transfers and monthly accruals.
• Presenting monthly cost performance to internal management with clear reporting.
• Explaining budget variances and driving actions that mitigate risk and capture opportunities.
• Working collaboratively with budget owners, challenging assumptions and setting targets to improve outcomes.
• Supporting the Finance department and the wider project team in meeting reporting deadlines.

Skills

Cost reporting

Budget monitoring

Stakeholder management

Communication

Autonomous work

Construction industry experience

Education

Related discipline degree

Job description

Acciona Cobra Joint Venture in Sydney CBD is seeking a Cost Control Manager to own cost reporting and budget monitoring for the project. You will track staff and indirect costs, forecast outcomes, and provide clear reporting to the management team.

The role requires strong communication, ability to work autonomously, experience in construction, and the capacity to influence multiple stakeholders. Based in our Sydney office, you will collaborate across finance and project teams to drive better