Senior Cost Controller

Job Summary

DT Infrastructure is a trusted provider of engineering and construction solutions that unlock opportunities for our clients, communities and people. Specialising in Defence, transport and infrastructure, we offer a unique synergy of local expertise in complex projects and the global perspective of our multinational parent company, Gamuda Berhad. Through engineering innovation, collaborative contracting and leading sustainability practices we’re unlocking opportunities for a better tomorrow.

The Role

This is a new permanent position to join a Sydney based project where you will report to the Senior Commercial Manager and take responsibility for the efficient and effective analysis control and reporting of project costs aligned to program throughout the lifecycle of the project.

• Manage the actual costs, the forecast process, and reporting on a monthly basis.


• Attend relevant presentations and workshops


• Support the Project Managers in the development of their cost forecasts.


• Monthly finalisation of actual and forecast cost, project valuation, financial reporting and cash flow


• Provide monthly accruals, journal corrections, and other required financial information


• Involvement in the monthly Project Valuation (PV).


• Improve cost management processes that clearly link cost, scope, progress and performance reporting


• Prepare and/or contribute to month‑end commercial reports and dashboards, and escalate variances, risks and opportunities

About You

• Bachelor’s degree in quantity surveying, finance, construction management, project management 


• 5+ years’ experience in Cost Controller  or Quantity Surveying role


• Construction experience, CANDY & SAP highly desirable


• Proven experience in managing project performance and reporting using Bills of Quantities (BOQ).


• Proven experience in SAP (or other ERP System), estimating systems (or similar), Excel (advanced preferable).


• Knowledge of a Contract to understand scope, price, milestones, contractual relationships between parties

Why Work for DTI

• Competitive pay that reflects your contribution: We reward performance and impact, with our remuneration benchmarked to market.


• Purpose-driven careers in infrastructure: As we grow our presence in the renewable energy sector, DTI is also continuing to cement its position as a delivery partner of choice across rail, roads and Defence infrastructure projects. Our teams benefit from the variety of opportunities, applying their skills and experience across multiple sectors.


• Fostering your development: We’ve developed a culture where continuous learning is front and centre of everything we do. Fostering the growth and development of our people is key to our success and ensuring that we are preparing the next generation of leaders is a core focus for our business.


• Parental leave designed for the reality of family life: Our industry leading parental leave policies are centred on flexibility to support modern family life, because at DTI, little families are a part of our one big family.


• Flexibility that works for you and for us: We acknowledge that everyone’s needs are different in striking the right work-life integration. Whether it’s hybrid working, adjusted hours, job sharing or balancing family commitments, we’ll work together to make it work.

This exciting role offers you the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment and to develop your career within a highly successful organisation.

DT Infrastructure is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that champions opportunity and respect. Our focus on inclusivity is active and ongoing. Women, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and former members of the Australian Defence Force are encouraged to apply.

For more information, please contact [email protected] only applications through the portal will be accepted

Visit www.DTInfrastructure.com.au to explore how DTI can support your career progression, unlock personal advantages and apply for our opportunities.

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