Senior Cost Engineer

1 month ago


Perth, Western Australia Titan Recruitment Full time

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Cost Engineer to join our team for a large Lithium client on the owner's side of high-value projects. The successful candidate will play a critical role in managing capital estimates and cost control across a portfolio of projects, including those with capital expenditures exceeding $250M.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead capital estimates and cost control for major projects, ensuring alignment with project standards.
  • Implement cost control strategies in line with team direction.
  • Manage cost processes using CMS (GTS software).
  • Compile and review estimates, including MTOs, rates, and range analysis.
  • Control project budgets, handling scope changes and costs per board-approved guidelines.
  • Reconcile end-of-month costs and accruals between CMS and SAP.
  • Review contractor progress claims (PPCs) and assist with invoice approvals.
  • Support preparation of weekly summaries and monthly portfolio reports.

Key Criteria

  • Proven experience working on major projects (+$250M capital) in the mining or resource industry, preferably on the owner's side.
  • Extensive knowledge and experience across multiple projects in a portfolio.
  • Expertise in AACE Estimate Class 2 to 5 accuracy levels and the ability to compile/review these estimates.
  • Proficiency in CMS (GTS software), SAP, and commercially available estimating software.
  • Strong understanding of cost control processes, capital estimates, and project forecasting.
  • Excellent analytical, organisational, and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

What We Offer

  • Opportunity to work with highly respected industry professionals.
  • Max fixed term contract with attractive salary.
  • East Perth Project Offices.

About Us

Titan Recruitment has been delivering complete, innovative, and effective recruitment solutions across Australia for over two decades and is recognised as a leading Engineering and Technology recruitment and contracting specialist. Our service delivery is underpinned by traditional values and an innovative approach to help clients, contractors and candidates achieve their goals.



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