Cost Controller

Cost Controller

Austral Construction Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced Cost Controller to join their Perth Team. This full-time, onsite role will contribute to a significant pipeline of civil and marine works across Western Australia, with a focus on projects in the Pilbara region.

Austral Construction undertakes complex civil and marine projects, self-performing challenging aspects to build capability and drive results. Backed by Keller Group plc, the company combines global expertise with an Australian delivery approach.

The Opportunity This role is integral to project success, requiring close collaboration with Project Managers, Site Supervisors, and construction personnel. You will leverage your cost control skills to manage project finances effectively.

Responsibilities include:

• Maintaining detailed and accurate cost control systems for labour, plant, subcontractors, materials, and overheads.
• Progressing, analysing, and managing project costs in accordance with the agreed budget and resources.
• Validating and tracking variations, claims, and approved changes.
• Providing early warnings regarding budget overruns, cost risks, and performance issues.
• Preparing weekly and monthly project cost reports, dashboards, and performance summaries.
• Supporting audits, cost reviews, and ensuring compliance with company financial procedures.
• Ensuring alignment of cost data across site reporting, project schedules, procurement systems, and finance.
• Monitoring the monetary progress of projects to ensure expenditures are captured and recorded correctly.
• Attending and auditing project sites to ensure cost control procedures are applied.

Position Requirements

• Qualifications in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in civil construction projects (roads, earthworks, structures, utilities, mining, or marine).
• Ability to communicate complex cost information clearly to non-financial stakeholders.
• Team player mindset with the ability to develop strong internal and external relationships.
• Advanced Excel skills and ability to analyse large datasets.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong numerical accuracy.
• Competence in using software such as MS Project, P6, and Pronto.

What You Will Get

• A strong salary package including a 41% site uplift and leave loading.
• Exposure to technically challenging, career-defining projects.
• Long-term opportunities within a growing business with global backing.
• A team that values hard work, direct communication, and safe project completion.
• Real responsibility.

Successful candidates will be required to pass a full medical, online tests, and inductions.

Application Instructions If this position aligns with your career aspirations, please apply by attaching a current CV detailing your suitability for the role. All applications will be reviewed for shortlisting, and shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Austral Construction Pty Ltd is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace culture, actively encouraging applications from people with disabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQ+ individuals, and other diversity groups.