Cost Controller & Assurance Specialist
Core
Independent cost analysis, assurance, and reporting for major infrastructure programs and projects to support financial oversight and decision-making.
Role type
Senior IC cost controller & assurance specialist
Builds
Portfolio cost dashboards, assurance reports, and recommendations for senior executives
Domain
Public sector infrastructure
Deliverable
dashboards & analysis
Required skills
Cost control, independent cost assurance, project cost forecasting, earned value management, contingency management, cost risk analysis, contractor claims review, financial reporting, Excel, Power BI
Preferred skills
Experience with major infrastructure projects, stakeholder engagement, complex financial information analysis
Responsibilities
Review and assess project cost reports, budgets, forecasts, and estimates; Analyze cost performance, earned value, contingency, and financial risks; Undertake assurance reviews of project expenditure and contractor claims; Identify reporting inconsistencies and forecast risks; Develop portfolio cost dashboards and assurance reports; Collaborate with project, finance, and commercial teams to improve cost management.
