Cost Controller

2 days ago

Wagga Wagga, Australia UGL Pty Limited Full time

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Cost Controller - 264990

HumeLink West Project

Two CIMIC Group companies, UGL and CPB Contractors have been selected by Transgrid to deliver the 130km western section of the HumeLink high voltage electricity transmission project.

HumeLink is a new 500kV transmission project which will connect Wagga Wagga, Maragle and Bannaby in regional NSW that will significantly increase the capacity of the electricity network in Australia's eastern states. HumeLink is one of Australia's largest energy infrastructure projects, with about 365kms of proposed new transmission lines and a range of other new and upgraded infrastructure.

The HumeLink West scope of works, worth $1.4bn, includes delivery of new 500kV double circuit transmission lines spanning ~140kms from Wagga Wagga Substation to a new Substation at Gugaa, the Interface Point with HumeLink East near Gundagai and a new substation at Maragle in the Snowy Mountains for future connection to Snowy 2.0.

The Opportunity

Please note this is a site delivery role requiring DIDO/FIFO or relocation where additional allowances will apply.

Key Accountabilities

We are seeking an experienced Cost Controller to join the HumeLink West team. The position is responsible for:

  • Provide strong focus on cost trending and forecasting
  • Establish and monitor project baseline budgets
  • Produce regular end of month cost reports
  • Maintain risk registers to include change impacts
  • Monitor and report on cost actuals vs budget,
  • Liaison with the PCM for compiling and submitting client progress claims
  • The following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don't tick all the boxes you could still be a perfect fit for this role. Please apply, all applications will be considered.

What are we looking for you to bring to the team:

  • Tertiary qualifications in business, commercial, engineering, finance or similar preferred
  • Minimum 5 years practical experience on major infrastructure projects
  • Demonstrated experience with cost management tools (excel, SAP, Power Bi, sharepoint, JDE)
  • Highly developed communication, negotiation and influencing skills
  • Strong conflict resolution skills, coupled with the ability to work independently in a fast paced construction environment
  • The successful candidate will be required to hold a current Construction Industry Induction Card (White Card or equivalent) and undergo a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol testing) prior to commencement.

Where applicable, evidence of tertiary qualifications and proof of right to work will be required prior to successful appointment.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support women in construction, Indigenous advancement and participation and encourage people of all cultural backgrounds to apply.

We're always looking for ways to make UGL and CPB Contractors a more rewarding place to work and offer a unique set of benefits, including:

  • A rewarding career where we support your development, training and promote from within.
  • Opportunities across all construction sectors so that there is always an opportunity suitable for the next stage in your career.
  • Competitive remuneration and excellent benefits including a health and wellbeing program, discount portal and company-funded salary continuance insurance.
  • Flexible work arrangements and a culture that values diversity and innovation.

Please note: This role is being sourced through UGL and CPB Contractors directly and we will not accept applications via external recruitment agencies.

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