Strategic Project Cost Controller (Multi-Project)

Minprovise; City Of Canning; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional Development

Novated Lease Options

Travel Discounts

Qantas Frequent Flyer Benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Work-Life Balance

Job summary

MINPROVISE is seeking an experienced Project Cost Controller to support Western Australia projects from our Welshpool head office. The role acts as a shared resource across Projects and Remediation, delivering cost control, forecasting, reporting and commercial support across a diverse portfolio.

Based at Welshpool, you will work with Project Managers and key stakeholders to ensure financial visibility and robust cost management throughout the project lifecycle, contributing to continuous

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a Project Cost Controller or similar role.
• Experience in EPCM, engineering, construction, mining, infrastructure or major projects.
• Strong budgeting, forecasting, cost tracking and reporting knowledge.
• Experience supporting multiple concurrent projects and stakeholders.
• Advanced Excel skills and project cost management systems experience.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and commercial acumen.
• Clear communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Highly organised with attention to detail and ability to prioritise deadlines.
• Relevant tertiary qualification in Finance, Commerce, Accounting, Engineering or related discipline (desirable).
• Positive, proactive approach and continuous improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and monitor project budgets, forecasts, and cost reports across multiple projects.
• Ensure project budgets are transferred into ERP and cost-control systems.
• Track expenditure, commitments, accruals, and forecasted costs.
• Analyse performance against budget and identify variances, trends, and risks.
• Prepare monthly cost reports and project performance summaries.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and project controls activities.
• Assist with variation management, cost recovery, and change control processes.
• Monitor financial performance and provide recommendations to improve outcomes.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date project financial records.
• Record and report project costs, allocations, and variations.
• Collaborate with Finance, Procurement and Project Delivery to support objectives.
• Communicate cost performance, risks, and forecast changes to stakeholders.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of controls, reporting and governance.
• Assist with client progress claims and supporting documentation.

Skills

Budgeting

Forecasting

Cost reporting

Stakeholder Mgmt

Excel advanced

Cost control

Commercial acumen

Education

Finance or Accounting degree

Engineering/PM degree

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

MINPROVISE is seeking an experienced Project Cost Controller to support Western Australia projects from our Welshpool head office. The role acts as a shared resource across Projects and Remediation, delivering cost control, forecasting, reporting and commercial support across a diverse portfolio.

Based at Welshpool, you will work with Project Managers and key stakeholders to ensure financial visibility and robust cost management throughout the project lifecycle, contributing to continuous