Cost Controller - Melbourne, Australia - Metro Trains Melbourne

Metro Trains Melbourne

Verified Company

Melbourne, Australia

1 week ago

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Olivia Brown

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Description

12 February 2024

Projects Melbourne Full Time

At Metro, we are one team, united in our purpose of moving Melbourne.

We believe in fostering an environment where your skills, talents, and aspirations can thrive.

We look forward to supporting you as you plan the next chapter of your career at Metro.

Metro Trains Melbourne are currently recruiting for a experienced Cost Controller to work as part of the Franchisee portfolio support current projects.

As the Cost Controller your role is to provide cost control support for assigned projects, monitor and reporting of project costs and for the provision of project controls advice and support to Project Managers and Program Managers within the Portfolio.

The role supports the projects across the project life cycle providing technical and strategic advice, analytical oversight and support and guidance to maximise business outcomes.

This opportunity is offered on a full time max term contract till December 2024

Key Areas of Responsibility

Create and maintain project cost reports throughout project lifecycles and ensure client requirements are met.
Utilise standard cost control procedures and processes including WBS, monthly report, change control, management of budgets, forecasting, financial support relating to contract administration and project cost close out to help ensure a consistent approach across a portfolio of projects.
Support Project Managers in decision making by constantly monitoring budget and expenditure changes, as well as providing regular updates of project status.
Establish Work Order Number (WON) structure and budget establishment and ensure correct cost allocations against appropriate work orders.
Assist project commercial risk monthly review processes including tracking drawdown & reassessing risk status and modelling.
Assist provision of adequate information flow to Project Managers around budgets, expenditure, forecasts and progress to accommodate decision making.
Support Project Managers with progress claim assessment, pricing schedule development, tender evaluation, contractor change assessment and contract financial close out.
Produce monthly tracking information against budget to meet finance requirements.
Maintain relationships between estimating, planning and procurement to assure information flow and awareness of all aspects of project controls.
Contribute to cost control processes remaining fit for purpose by incorporating lessons learnt and feedback to optimise cost control processes and standards.
Interface with external work parties and participate in internal cost review sessions with all disciplines to create robust forecast and project cost outcome reporting.
Ensure compliance with project finance requirements to provide accurate, timely, quality accrual, cost and claim management processes.

Desired Skills & Experience

Tertiary Qualifications in Engineering, Finance / Business, Accounting or Equivalent
High level of experience in using Excel, PowerBI and other MS suites
Minimum 3 years' experience in cost control or cost administration.
Knowledge of current cost control and project management techniques.
Good level of experience in using cost control systems and tools.
High level of experience in using Word, Excel & Outlook.
Experience in controlling costs throughout the project lifecycle.
Ability to liaise / communicate effectively with all levels of management and staff (verbal and written).

This is a fantastic opportunity to build on the career you've developed to date and take it to the next level by making a tangible impact that matters.

If what you've read resonates with your values, experience, and career aspiration then we want to hear from you

Metro's commitment to a Diverse, Equitable, and Inclusive culture

Metro acknowledges the Victorian Traditional Owners of the land on which our rail network operates, the Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung and Bunurong peoples of the Kulin Nation.

At Metro, we know that a diverse, equitable, and inclusive company is a more innovative and successful one that reflects the communities we serve.

We strive for a workplace where everyone is treated fairly and respectfully. A workplace that provides equitable access to opportunities, resources, and where individuals can bring their whole selves to work. In addition, being recognised and rewarded for their contribution to our collective success.

We are committed to fair, equitable and merit-based employment and recruitment practices, and we encourage all interested applicants to apply.