Cost Controller

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.

The Project

ACCIONA has been selected to deliver Western Harbour Tunnel – Stage 2, Sydney’s third harbour crossing. The new Western Harbour Tunnel (WHT) will connect to WestConnex at the Rozelle Interchange, cross underneath Sydney Harbour between Birchgrove and Waverton, and connect with the Warringah Freeway near North Sydney.

Project scope includes:

• Construction of approximately 4.8 kilometres of mainline tunnels with three lanes in each direction
• Civil, Mechanical and Electrical fitout of Stage 1 and Stage 2 tunnels
• Surface level work, including on and off ramps and tie-in work to the Warringah Freeway

As the Cost Controller, you will maintain, monitor, and improve the systems, which will ensure costs and forecasts are accurately known and controlled. This position is crucial in ensuring the accurate application of financial systems and procedures, which in turn enables precise tracking and reporting. This information helps in making well-informed decisions regarding cost management and forecasting.

Key accountabilities for the position:

• Develop standardised cost control procedures, guidelines, templates, and coding for consistent cost management and reporting within the team.
• Create and maintain project cost reports throughout the project lifecycle.
• Utilise established cost control procedures, including WBS, monthly reporting, change control, budget management, forecasting, and financial support for contract administration and project cost closeout.
• Monitor budget and expenditure changes, providing regular updates on project status to assist Engineers and the broader Project team in decision-making.
• Support Engineers in various tasks such as progress claim assessment, pricing schedule development, tender evaluation, contractor change assessment, and contract financial closeout.
• Use earned value management tools to analyze data and offer insights on project performance. Investigate unusual trends in cost codes, dockets, and invoices.

Capability & Experience you will need to have:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Finance, Commerce/Business (or similar)
• Experience in a similar position
• Demonstrated experience within a large infrastructure project would be beneficial
• Experience analysing high volume data sets

What we offer

ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023 & 2024 certification in Australia, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure and water projects across Australia & New Zealand.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity. Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.