Cost Management Expert
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team as a Cost Management Expert. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing strong focus on cost trending and forecasting, establishing and monitoring project baseline budgets, producing regular end of month cost reports, maintaining risk registers to include change impacts, monitoring and reporting on cost actuals vs budget, and liaison with the Project Cost Manager for compiling and submitting client progress claims.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide accurate and timely cost management services
* Establish and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders
* Develop and implement cost management strategies to ensure project deliverables are met within budget
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and mitigate potential cost risks
* Prepare and present cost reports and forecasts to stakeholders
* Contribute to the development of cost management policies and procedures
Requirements:
* Tertiary qualifications in business, commercial, engineering, finance or similar field preferred
* Minimum 5 years practical experience in cost management on major infrastructure projects
* Demonstrated expertise in cost management tools (Excel, SAP, Power BI, SharePoint, JDE)
* Highly developed communication, negotiation, and influencing skills
* Strong conflict resolution skills, coupled with ability to work independently in a fast-paced construction environment
What We Offer:
Our company offers a competitive salary package, excellent career development opportunities, and a supportive team environment.