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About us

Sydney Metro is a fully automated rapid transit system which offers a new generation of fast, safe and reliable train services. Sydney Metro also leads the development of vibrant station precincts to meet customer and community needs, transforming the way Sydney travels and helping shape the future of Australia’s largest city.

About the team

The Corporate Service team within Sydney Metro supports the whole organisation including Operational and Project teams with best-in-class IT, Technology, Procurement, HR, Financial Management and Communications functions. We partner closely with the business as well as with senior stakeholders, media and community groups to drive performance, build relationships and manage our exemplary reputation.

The opportunity

Right now, we have an opportunity for an experienced Senior Cost Estimator to join us in the Projects team.

Reporting directly to the Assosiate Director of Cost Estimating the primary purpose of the role is to provide specialist advice and assurance with the preparation of any cost estimates for projects to ensure the scope of work is to be delivered in terms of cost, time and overall risk profile parameters.

The role is to also provide SME assurance that all Cost Estimates produced are to Metro Estimating Standards and that Metro Cost Estimating Database is populated and maintained correctly to ensure development of our internal benchmarking capability.

What you will be involved in:

• Work closely with External Cost Consultants in the preparation of Project Cost Estimates for Metro Project Gates, ensuring estimate compliance with cost estimation standards and procedures
• Manage PMO Peer Review process and output to ensure all Project Cost Estimates are reviewed, challenged and align to current Metro Estimating and Construction Standards.
• Provide a range of cost estimation and planning support services and cost advisory services for project teams in both development and delivery, including reviews of cost estimates and facilitation of workshops as required
• Provide tender assessments or contract variation cost reviews, including presenting findings to Senior Management within Metro.
• Act as key custodian of the PMO Cost Database library, including but not limited to maintaining individual access rights, maintaining ongoing relationship with supplier plus establishing and ensuring robust program and project file structure information
• Provide SME advice and manage the framework of benchmarking of key project unit rates, identifying project trends and working towards enabling 5D Digital Transformation of Estimating.
• Provide advice and support to the Associate Director for the development of cost estimation standards and cost database to ensure consistent processes and outcomes across all projects, and with the management, development and updating of any internal Estimating Standard, Guidelines and Templates
• Develop Metro Estimating In-House capability through improved Data Storage of Cost Estimates, enforcing a consistent methodology across Cost Estimates and building up robust internal Cost Benchmarking information.

Please click here to view a copy of the role description.

About you

• You are a tertiary qualified in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience in a complex infrastructure enviornment.
• You have extensive knowledge of cost, constructability, program and cost contingency risk experience.
• Previous experience in planning, reviewing and delivering final Project Estimates and cost plans.
• Ideally you have strong analytical skills in order to provide accuracte estimates and use a range of estimating software (Cost X or similar tools) to colllate and analyse data.
• Demonstrated experience in an Infrastructure Construction enviornment.

Salary and Benefits

The salary for this position is Grade 9 ($135, 898) – ($152,204) per annum plus superannuation and leave loading.

For more information on Employee Benefits at Sydney Metro please click here.

Interested?

Joining Transport for NSW, you’ll have access to a range of unique government benefits in a flexible work environment like no other. If you’re ready to step into this meaningful and rewarding role, we want to hear from you!

To apply for this position, please submit a resume and answer all questions within the online application process.

Applications close: 11:59pm, Thursday 8th April 2021

The way we work is evolving, and we want to enable our people to work in ways that work for them. We’re moving from predominantly office-based work to a more flexible approach that supports working from different locations, including regionally. If you’re interested in working from a location not listed in the job ad, please get in touch with the Talent Specialist to discuss what’s possible.

Our Commitment to Diversity

Great people come from all walks of life. At Transport for NSW, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible workforce which reflects the community and the customers we serve. We actively promote gender diversity in our workplaces, the employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and the employment of people with a disability. We welcome and encourage applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, or sexual orientation. If you need an adjustment in the recruitment process, please call/text or email the contact person for this role.

For any enquiries, please email Rohit Anand at ROHIT.ANAND@TRANSPORT.NSW.GOV.AU .

Apply today to register your interest!

Find out more about Sydney Metro at https://www.transport.nsw.gov.au/sydney-metro.