Construction Economist
Location: Brisbane
Work Type: Full-time hours – 6 months
Remuneration: Competitive salary, based on skills and experience
About the Organisation
u&u. Recruitment Partners is partnering with a unique, commercially focused government entity operating within the construction sector. This organisation delivers complex, large-scale programs in a fast-paced environment and places strong emphasis on productivity, efficiency and commercial performance. With a workforce that is largely field-based, corporate and support functions play a critical role in enabling project delivery outcomes across the business.
The Opportunity
This is a rare opportunity for a commercially minded economist or construction market analyst to shape strategic decision‐making in a major delivery‐focused organisation. Reporting to the Director, Finance & Procurement, you will provide economic insight, cost modelling and market analysis to support workforce planning, program costing, benchmarking and future budgeting.
The role will suit someone who can take an economist's view of the construction industry and translate complex labour market, wage and materials data into practical strategies and decision support. You will work closely with finance, procurement, construction and operational leaders across the state to assess cost pressures, identify risks and help the business prepare for future market impacts.
In this role, you will:
* Analyse labour market conditions, occupational shortages and future demand across operational workforces through to 2032;
* Develop economic justification models and support the preparation of strategic business cases and submissions;
* Build internal cost models to assess future rate movements, wage impacts and material cost pressures;
* Support benchmarking, productivity and efficiency measures across the organisation's operations;
* Assist in developing cost risk profiles with Construction Managers to inform delivery costing and program planning;
* Provide commercial insight into subcontractor markets, industry trends and likely impacts from major future programs and infrastructure demand;
* Deliver gap analysis between current cost positions and changing market conditions, helping leaders plan mitigation strategies; and
* Collaborate with finance, procurement and labour force stakeholders to gather data, test assumptions and inform decision‐making.
Required Experience
We are seeking a commercially sharp and analytical professional who understands the construction industry and can bring an economist's lens to pricing, workforce and program risk.
To be successful, you will bring:
* Experience in construction economics, commercial analysis, cost modelling or financial strategy within infrastructure, construction or a related sector;
* Strong capability in labour market analysis, wage modelling, benchmarking and forecasting;
* Ability to assess commercial and economic risks and develop practical mitigation strategies;
* Experience building models that inform budgeting, pricing, productivity or future rate adjustments;
* Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to partner across finance, procurement and operational teams; and
* A pragmatic, delivery‐focused mindset and the ability to work effectively in a fast‐paced, commercially driven environment.
Ideal Background
This role could suit someone coming from a construction contractor, government‐owned corporation, infrastructure advisory firm, consultancy or economics practice. Experience in high‐volume delivery environments, cost risk analysis, or strategic market modelling will be highly regarded.
Benefits
This is an opportunity to step into a genuinely influential role where your work will help shape long‐term workforce strategy, cost planning and commercial decision‐making. You'll join a collaborative, down‐to‐earth and high‐performing environment that values practical thinking, responsiveness and strong commercial judgement. The role offers variety, visibility and the chance to contribute to significant industry‐facing challenges over the coming years.
How to Apply
For more information or a confidential discussion please contact Celine Di Lauro – celine.dilauro@uandu.com, referencing Job number 44612.
Equal Opportunity Statement
At u&u Recruitment Partners, we value diversity, equity and inclusion. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. Should you require reasonable adjustments or have a preferred method of communication throughout the recruitment process, we encourage you to make a request via adjustments@uandu.com or phone the above‐mentioned u&u consultant to discuss. We will collaborate closely with you to implement the appropriate adjustments. Additionally, for a barrier‐free and inclusive online experience, you can access u&u's opportunities using accessibility software Recite Me at https://www.uandu.com/jobs.
Application Instructions
Please submit your resume in Word format only.
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