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Cost engineer

Melbourne
UGL
Cost evaluator
Posted: 18 March
Offer description

UGL has a strategic partnership with the Department of Defence across the Defence Fuels Network for Fuels Management, Asset Management, Operations and Maintenance. An opportunity now exists to join our business in what is an exciting and unique opportunity to work in Australia's Defence environment and support national security requirements of the Nation.

About the role

Responsible to support the creation, implementation and ongoing management of the Management of Cost tool including, template, routine and process for receiving costs information from O&M & Supply Chain.

This role can be based in Melbourne or North Sydney.

Key responsibilities
* Develop accurate cost estimates for projects, considering labor, materials, equipment, and overhead costs.
* Monitor and control costs throughout the project, ensuring adherence to budget constraints.
* Prepare regular cost reports and forecasts to inform stakeholders about the project's financial status.
* Assess the impact of changes in scope, schedule, or resources on costs and provide recommendations to management.
* Identify cost-related risks and uncertainties that may affect project outcomes.
* Collaborate with procurement and contracts teams to review and evaluate contract terms and conditions related to costs.
About You
* Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience
* Minimum 3 years' experience in a similar role, in oil and gas or related industries.
* Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Proficiency in SAP or other ERMS system is preferred.
* Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, incl PowerBI & Power Query.
* Holds, or can obtain, appropriate security clearance (Australian Citizen)
About UGL

As a member of the CIMIC Group of companies, we value diversity in our team's backgrounds, ideas, work styles.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, mature aged workers and individuals from culturally diverse backgrounds.

What we offer
* Enjoy access to flexible working arrangements
* Benefit from 16 weeks of paid primary parental leave.
* Complimentary salary continuance insurance.
* Discounted Medibank health insurance.
* Shape your career with an Individual Development Plan.
* Participate in our Wellness Program with AIA Vitality.
* Access our OneRewards Discount Program.
How to apply

If this role sounds like you, please click on the apply button and follow the prompts. We will get in touch if you are shortlisted for this opportunity.

Please note: As part of the recruitment process, relevant screening checks will be conducted. These may include reference checks, verification of the right to work in Australia, a national criminal history check, anti-money laundering checks, and a pre-employment medical assessment (including drug and alcohol screening).

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