Cost Planner

1 month ago

Southbank, Australia Hickory Full time

At Hickory, we don’t believe in standing still, for over three decades we have continually invested in researching and developing systems and products to improve the way we build. Our philosophy is ‘MADE for LIFE’ – it’s a commitment we honour, each day. Everything we do and everything we build is ‘MADE for LIFE.’ Whether it’s refining our patented, prefabricated building products, developing more efficient and sustainable construction practices, or bringing expertise inhouse to supply critical components, we always believe there is a better way. As a result, Hickory have become one of the most diverse property companies in Australia.

WHAT HICKORY CAN OFFER

  • Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a balanced work-life schedule with a standard 5-day work week.
  • Continuous Career Advancement: Unlock your potential through ongoing career development and growth prospects.
  • Employee Wellbeing: Access our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for valuable support and resources.
  • Travel Perks: Benefit from exclusive travel perks, including discounted flights and hotel rates.
  • Expert In-House Team: Collaborate with our dedicated structures and facades team.
  • Family-Friendly Policies: Receive paid parental leave to support your family needs.
  • Supportive Culture: Thrive in a nurturing team environment that values both collective and individual achievements.
  • Diverse Opportunities: Gain exposure to a wide range of roles and industry leaders in our leading market company.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Preconstruction / Design Responsibilities:

  • Develop comprehensive target cost plans by analyzing site layout, conditions, and constraints.
  • Prepare Request for Tender (RFT) documents for various works packages.
  • Establish pricing methodologies and project-specific tendering processes, including reviewing trade packages and procurement strategies.
  • Participate in Kick-off meetings to align project objectives.
  • Create and update a project commercial plan, outlining estimate timelines, workshops, and construction audits.

Procurement Duties:

  • Negotiate local contract terms and conditions.
  • Develop a contract strategy and negotiation plan.
  • Oversee the procurement of subcontract trade packages, from reviewing RFT documentation, attending tender meetings and making recommendations for approval.

Change Management Responsibilities:

  • Analyze and negotiate all project changes submitted by vendors.
  • Validate vendors’ valuations of changes and support the client in monitoring these changes and their associated values.
  • Maintain a Change Order Request Log and update it regularly.

Project Cost Reporting:

  • Generate project financial reports and present them at monthly cost review meetings.
  • Conduct regular meetings with the client’s Project Controls team to synchronize project data with Power BI reports.

Payment Applications:

  • Evaluate actual site progress through inspections and compare it with project cash flow and monthly payment claims using standard Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) library.
  • Serve as the interim approver for invoice administration.

Post Contract Services:

  • Attend and support regular Design Team meetings, Change Request review meetings, and Budget review meetings.
  • Manage the change control process, attending weekly change meetings and providing construction cost and budget advice on proposed changes.
  • Manage Contingency through Quantitative Risk Analysis, attending workshops, evaluating risks, and providing cost estimates for proposed levels of contingency.
  • Assist with commercial claims for costs and implement a Resolution Process.
  • Serve as the interim reviewer of contract documents and approve them using Docusign.
  • Review insurance certificates and performance for deficiencies, advising on local market conditions.
  • Lead monthly review meetings and assist with commercial performance-related concerns, including instigating and tracking escalations.

TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THE ROLE

  • Demonstrated experience in data center construction.
  • Chartered status (desirable).
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Cost Management or a related technical field.
  • Preferred experience in Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) projects.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively within a team of Cost Managers and report to senior management.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with a proven track record of building and maintaining client relationships.

Proficiency in and adherence to industry standards and practices, including:

  • CSI (Construction Specification Institute).
  • AACEI (Association for the Advancement of Cost Engineering).
  • SCEA (Society of Cost Estimating and Analysis).
  • RICS (The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors).

If this sounds like your next opportunity, we would love to hear from you as soon as possible Submit your CV today. Due to the volume of applications, only successful applicants will be contacted – thank you for your understanding.

applyapply

  • Cost Planner

    2 weeks ago

    Southbank, Victoria, Australia Hickory Full time

    At Hickory, we don't believe in standing still, for over three decades we have continually invested in researching and developing systems and products to improve the way we build. Our philosophy is 'MADE for LIFE' – it's a commitment we honour, each day. Everything we do and everything we build is 'MADE for LIFE.' Whether it's refining our patented,...

  • Cost Planner

    2 weeks ago

    Southbank, Victoria, Australia Hickory Full time

    _At Hickory, we don't believe in standing still, for over three decades we have continually invested in researching and developing systems and products to improve the way we build. Our philosophy is 'MADE for LIFE' - it's a commitment we honour, each day. Everything we do and everything we build is 'MADE for LIFE.' Whether it's refining our patented,...

  • Project Planner

    2 weeks ago

    Southbank, Australia Davidson Group Services Full time

    **About the Company** Davidson has proudly partnered with an education provider on a 3-4-year ICT transformation program. **About the Role** This role will see you working as a project planner, responsible for planning, scoping, and scheduling over 20 projects. You will be responsible for building out the resource and cost models. **About You** -...

  • Senior Planner

    2 weeks ago

    Southbank, Victoria, Australia WT Partnership Full time

    Senior Planner Full-time Company Description We are award-winning international quantity surveyors, cost management, sustainability, asset and building consultants, PPP advisors and facilities managers. Our expertise covers the building, construction and infrastructure sectors, as well as the management of facilities and the provision of complex...

  • Senior Planner

    1 month ago

    Southbank, Australia WT Partnership Full time

    Senior Planner Full-time Company Description We are award-winning international quantity surveyors, cost management, sustainability, asset and building consultants, PPP advisors and facilities managers. Our expertise covers the building, construction and infrastructure sectors, as well as the management of facilities and the provision of complex...

  • Senior Planner

    3 weeks ago

    Southbank, Australia WT Partnership Full time

    Senior Planner Full-time Company Description We are award-winning international quantity surveyors, cost management, sustainability, asset and building consultants, PPP advisors and facilities managers. Our expertise covers the building, construction and infrastructure sectors, as well as the management of facilities and the provision of complex...

  • Project Planner

    2 weeks ago

    Southbank, Victoria, Australia Davidson Group Services Full time

    About the CompanyDavidson has proudly partnered with an education provider on a 3-4-year ICT transformation program.About the RoleThis role will see you working as a project planner, responsible for planning, scoping, and scheduling over 20 projects. You will be responsible for building out the resource and cost models.About You Significant experience...

  • Cost Planner

    4 weeks ago

    Southbank, Australia Hickory Full time

    **_At Hickory, we don’t believe in standing still, for over three decades we have continually invested in researching and developing systems and products to improve the way we build. Our philosophy is ‘MADE for LIFE’ - it’s a commitment we honour, each day. Everything we do and everything we build is ‘MADE for LIFE.’ Whether it’s refining our...

  • Facilities Manager

    1 week ago

    Southbank, Australia Ventia Pty Limited Full time

    Facilities Manager **Date**:26 Apr 2024**Location**:Melbourne, VIC, AU, 3006**Company**:Ventia**About the role** **Ventia is a leading infrastructure services company, operating across Australia and New Zealand. Our clients are the owners and operators of assets that are critical to our local communities.** In partnership with the Australia Defence Force,...

  • Facilities Manager

    2 weeks ago

    Southbank, Victoria, Australia Ventia Pty Limited Full time

    Facilities ManagerDate:26 Apr 2024Location:Melbourne, VIC, AU, 3006Company:VentiaAbout the roleVentia is a leading infrastructure services company, operating across Australia and New Zealand. Our clients are the owners and operators of assets that are critical to our local communities.In partnership with the Australia Defence Force, we are seeking a talented...

  • Facility Supervisor

    2 weeks ago

    Southbank, Victoria, Australia Mirvac Full time

    At Mirvac, we know that it's our people, their passion and expertise and the exceptional experiences we create for our audience, that defines us.Our opportunityWe have an exciting opportunity for a Facility Supervisor to join our high performing asset team based at Collins Place. You will manage the maintenance and operation of building services within...

  • Finance Analyst

    2 weeks ago

    Southbank, Victoria, Australia Kraft Heinz Full time

    Job DescriptionThis role provides commercial support to the Head of Finance and Foodservice & Export team across the following main areas:Financial planning, budgeting and forecasting; Financial analysis and month-end reporting; Financial modelling, calculation of financial outcome under different scenarios; Process improvement and business insights ...

  • Head of Property

    1 month ago

    Southbank, Australia Hickory Full time

    **_At Hickory, we don’t believe in standing still, for over three decades we have continually invested in researching and developing systems and products to improve the way we build. Our philosophy is ‘MADE for LIFE’ - it’s a commitment we honour, each day. Everything we do and everything we build is ‘MADE for LIFE.’ Whether it’s refining our...

  • Finance Analyst

    2 weeks ago

    Southbank, Australia Kraft Heinz Full time

    Job DescriptionThis role provides commercial support to the Head of Finance and Foodservice & Export team across the following main areas: Financial planning, budgeting and forecasting; Financial analysis and month-end reporting; Financial modelling, calculation of financial outcome under different scenarios; Process improvement and business insights ...

  • Head of Property

    4 weeks ago

    Southbank, Australia Hickory Full time

    At Hickory, we don’t believe in standing still, for over three decades we have continually invested in researching and developing systems and products to improve the way we build. Our philosophy is ‘MADE for LIFE’ – it’s a commitment we honour, each day. Everything we do and everything we build is ‘MADE for LIFE.’ Whether it’s refining our...

  • Head of Property

    3 weeks ago

    Southbank, Australia Hickory Full time

    At Hickory, we don’t believe in standing still, for over three decades we have continually invested in researching and developing systems and products to improve the way we build. Our philosophy is ‘MADE for LIFE’ – it’s a commitment we honour, each day. Everything we do and everything we build is ‘MADE for LIFE.’ Whether it’s refining our...

  • Head of Property

    2 weeks ago

    Southbank, Victoria, Australia Hickory Full time

    At Hickory, we don't believe in standing still, for over three decades we have continually invested in researching and developing systems and products to improve the way we build. Our philosophy is 'MADE for LIFE' – it's a commitment we honour, each day. Everything we do and everything we build is 'MADE for LIFE.' Whether it's refining our patented,...

  • Head of Property

    2 weeks ago

    Southbank, Victoria, Australia Hickory Full time

    _At Hickory, we don't believe in standing still, for over three decades we have continually invested in researching and developing systems and products to improve the way we build. Our philosophy is 'MADE for LIFE' - it's a commitment we honour, each day. Everything we do and everything we build is 'MADE for LIFE.' Whether it's refining our patented,...