The Opportunity

We have an exciting new opportunity for a Senior Cost Controller to join out Power Projects team. This role will be directly reporting to the Head of Finance for Power Projects and will be based in our office in Milton, Brisbane on a permanent full-time basis.

This role will provide the senior management with insight into project performance and will escalate dissenting views on cost / project performance. The main objectives of the role will be to:

• Support project managers with effective cost management and forecasting
• Maintaining accurate time phased forecast-to-complete for projects
• Identifying, understanding and managing cost variances against budget / forecast / expectations
• Understanding key cost drivers and how they can be adjusted to optimise project outcomes
• Support Project Management to understand the impact of change on forecast cost position in real time

What we are looking for

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Cost Control roles, ideally in Power Projects but not essential
• Advanced Excel is essential
• This role requires knowledge of accounting concepts such as accrual accounting and revenue recognition
• Strong commercial acumen – ability to read and understand contract documents
• Knowledge of the construction industry
• Ideal candidate will thrive working as part of a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

What we offer

• Work as part of a successful delivery team in a market anticipating significant growth over the next 12 months
• Flexible working environment
• Opportunity for career growth with structured frameworks and supportive-inclusive team
• Competitive Salary and Employee Benefits
• Valued and respected position, with supportive and experienced team
• Work for a major ASX-listed company

About Energy & Utilities…Downer's Energy & Utilities business unit is an integrated trans-Tasman team, providing services and solutions that connect communities to essential networks and infrastructure. We design, build, operate and maintain today's critical assets and networks, delivering complete services across the water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial and power generation sectors. Our expertise spans in-house technical smarts, specialist engineering, integrated OEM partners, and dedicated crews of qualified tradespeople.

Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.

How to apply

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