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Cost Control Lead

Adelaide, South Australia, AustraliaFull-time2026-10-30 → 2026-11-10
On-site

Core

Lead cost management activities, forecasting, and reporting for a large-scale capital works portfolio of infrastructure projects.

Role type

Senior IC cost control lead

Builds

Robust cost management processes, systems, and governance frameworks for infrastructure delivery

Domain

Infrastructure, capital works, engineering, defence, transport, mining, construction

Required skills

Cost control, project controls, commercial management, portfolio reporting, financial reporting, stakeholder management, team leadership, change control, analytical capabilities

Preferred skills

Advanced Excel proficiency, experience with project controls/reporting systems, problem-solving, continuous improvement

Technologies

Microsoft Excel, project controls systems

Responsibilities

Lead and mentor a team of Cost Controllers; oversee portfolio-wide cost control, forecasting, and reporting; develop and maintain cost management processes and governance frameworks; analyse cost performance and provide recommendations; ensure alignment between budgets, commitments, forecasts, and scope; lead month-end reporting and performance reviews; provide strategic cost management advice; manage change control processes; drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership