An exciting opportunity currently exists for an experienced Cost Engineer to deliver a strategic project. This is a unique chance to work in cost control and analysis activities, responsible for cost management tasks including identifying and preparing cost studies, reviewing cost trends, cost and commitment tracking, developing and implementing project requirements for cost control and processing payment certificates associated with various Contractor works packages.
Key Responsibilities:
* Perform non-routine cost estimating, analysis, and control activities.
* Coordinate the implementation of cost monitoring and control standards, techniques, systems, and reports.
* Develop and verify the accuracy of cost reports, ensuring consistency with previous reports.
* Prepare specific budgets in accordance with prescribed standards and procedures.
* Investigate the requirements for estimating and/or cost control data.
* Collect and classify cost data.
* Perform budget allocation and reporting/cost control regime for specific construction disciplines or groups of disciplines.
Requirements:
* A bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related field, or extensive project controls or cost-related work experience. In lieu of a Bachelor's degree, 10-15 years of relevant experience.
* Preferential will be in field experience across EPCM and/or EPC execution models on major, complex projects.
* Experience in performing, monitoring, and reviewing cost engineering functions, including cost estimating, cost control, and cost analysis.
Essential Skills:
* Excellent oral and written communication skills; must be computer-literate in word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
* Proficient planning and problem-solving skills.
* Proficiency with PC operating systems and basic software applications.
* Intermediate level of knowledge of engineering, procurement, contracts, construction, and startup work processes.
* Knowledge of engineering and construction management customarily acquired over time through specialized instruction or practical experience.
This role requires working rights in Australia without employer sponsorship.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.