Project Costing Specialist

5 hours ago

Canberra, ACT, Australia ClearCompany Full time
Company Description
Showtime Consulting is a leading provider of 'Shielded Cloud Solutions'. Based in Australia and New Zealand, we specialize in secure cloud deployments and extending the cloud to the intelligent edge. Our expertise includes Azure, Azure Stack, AWS, and OpenStack, catering to both commercial and government environments, including government-classified clouds. Our mission is to forge the future with secure, innovative technologies that protect and uplift communities, while our vision is to revolutionize seamless collaboration across domains on an ultra-secure platform.

Some recent projects and technologies we have been involved with include JP9111, JP9102, Azure Stack Hub, Azure Stack HCI, Azure Protected, AWS Protected, OpenStack Protected, Secret Cloud, Space Management Systems, and Satellite.

Role Description
We are supporting a respected consultancy on the delivery of a high-profile Department of Defence program. They are seeking an experienced Project Costing Specialist to join their Canberra-based team and contribute to a critical capability initiative.

In this role, you will provide expert cost estimation and financial modelling to support strategic decision-making across the project lifecycle. You'll work closely with Defence stakeholders to ensure costing aligns with operational goals, procurement strategies, and value-for-money outcomes.

Key Responsibilities
  • Cost Modelling & Estimation: Develop detailed cost models and estimates for Defence capability projects.
  • Stakeholder Collaboration: Engage with technical and financial stakeholders to gather inputs and validate assumptions.
  • Tool-Based Analysis: Apply costing methodologies using tools such as CCT, ACEIT, or TruePlanning.
  • Risk & Sensitivity Analysis: Identify cost drivers and assess financial risks and sensitivities.
  • Reporting & Presentation: Prepare clear, defensible costing documentation and present findings to senior stakeholders.
  • Continuous Improvement: Contribute to the refinement of costing frameworks and best practices.
What You'll Need
  • Demonstrated experience in cost estimation within Defence programs.
  • Proficiency in one or more Defence costing tools (Defence Capability Testing Tool (CCT), ACEIT, TruePlanning parametric costing tool.
  • Strong analytical and financial modelling skills.
  • Ability to communicate complex costing concepts clearly and confidently.
  • Experience working in government or regulated environments is highly regarded.
  • Level 3 consultants preferred; strong Level 2 candidates will also be considered.
Security Clearance Requirement
Due to the nature of this role, applicants must be Australian Citizens with an active NV1 clearance.

Apply Now
If you're ready to contribute to a meaningful Defence initiative and work alongside a team of passionate professionals, we'd love to hear from you.
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