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Director of Cost Planning

Parramatta, New South WalesFull-time2026-10-12 → 2026-11-12

Core

Lead enterprise-wide cost planning and intelligence to drive proactive, data-led cost management across the full asset lifecycle from concept to delivery.

Role type

Director, strategic cost planning and investment governance

Builds

Enterprise cost planning framework, global rate databases, benchmarking systems

Domain

Infrastructure / Construction / Public Sector

Required skills

Cost planning, estimating, cost benchmarking, data analytics, business case development, investment governance, stakeholder influence, team leadership

Preferred skills

Regulated or public-sector experience, NSW Treasury or Infrastructure NSW frameworks knowledge

Technologies

Cost intelligence systems, benchmarking tools

Responsibilities

Establish enterprise-wide cost planning framework, embed cost realism in design and procurement, oversee global rate databases, provide independent cost assurance for business cases, deliver cost performance insights, influence design and scope via cost analysis, build and mentor cost planning team

Seniority

Director, strategic leadership and team management