* Full Time | 9 Day Fortnight | 36 Hours
* From $121,839 plus Superannuation
About the team
The Cost Intelligence team is part of Infrastructure Gold Coast’s Infrastructure Delivery branch. Our team operates across three core functions: Cost Estimation, Cost Intelligence, and Cost Assurance, supporting evidence-based investment decisions across Infrastructure Gold Coast. You’ll be joining a collaborative, technically skilled team that works closely with project delivery, procurement, engineering, and finance stakeholders to ensure value for money is achieved for the Gold Coast community.
About the role
As our Cost Assurance Lead, you will lead the City’s cost assurance processes across the project lifecycle. You’ll conduct independent cost reviews, cost analysis, validate estimates against scope and market conditions, and implement the frameworks and governance that ensure consistency, transparency, and value for money across our capital works program.
You’ll play a vital leadership role by mentoring cost estimators, performing Assurance reviews, and lifting team capability. You will also be involved in decision-making processes and provide input into estimating guidelines, governance documentation, and other related frameworks.
We’re looking for people who have:
* Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related field (or equivalent relevant experience)
* Demonstrated experience in a cost assurance or senior estimating role, with a track record of leading reviews and mentoring teams
* Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex cost data into clear, actionable insights for diverse stakeholders
* Knowledge of building trades, civil trades, and specialist trades relevant to municipal infrastructure measurement and pricing
* Proficiency with estimating software such as Cubit, and strong skills in Excel and Power BI
* Ability to work under pressure, manage competing priorities, and collaborate effectively with cross-functional stakeholders at all levels
Be part of shaping the Gold Coast’s future
The Gold Coast is inspired by lifestyle and driven by opportunity. We are the second largest Council in Australia.
We care about being the most flexible government organisation in Australia. We have a range of benefits to help you create the right balance:
* 9-day fortnight
* Flexible work arrangements to suit your lifestyle, including hybrid/work from home options, flexible working hours and locations
* Personal and professional development courses
* Access to 350+ fitness facilities through Fitness Passport
* 4 free confidential counselling sessions a year for you or an immediate family member
* 1 free nutritionist and financial advice session per year
We pride ourselves on our shared mission of being a high-performing, customer-focused organisation which delivers value-for-money services to the community.
How to applyTo submit your application, please click apply now and complete the application form. You will be required to upload your resume and a cover letter (no more than two pages) outlining how your skills, experience and personal attributes will enable you to be successful in this role. Please note that you may also be asked to provide relevant qualifications, where applicable.
Closing Date Sunday 29th March 2026 /11:59pm
Our selection process may include a one-way video interview via Criteria, a face-to-face or virtual interview via Microsoft Teams, reference checks via Xref and additional checks including police checks, employment history checks, qualification checks, pre-employment medical reviews and drug and alcohol testing.
We’re committed to creating a diverse workplace and inclusive culture. We take pride in people who align with our high-performance principles. We believe that the diverse makeup of our workforce reflects the community we serve. We consider all qualified candidates for employment, irrespective of race, age, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or other protected characteristics by law.