Project Cost Specialist

Babcock is looking for a Project Cost Specialist to join the Program Controls team based in Devonport, Auckland.

About the role

Join a high-performing project environment where your expertise in cost control and financial analysis directly shapes delivery success. As a Project Cost Specialist, you’ll play a critical role in monitoring project performance, ensuring budgets stay on track, and providing meaningful insights that influence key decisions across complex programmes.

Working alongside experienced project teams, you’ll bring numbers to life—translating cost data into actionable recommendations. With exposure to major engineering and defence-related projects, this role offers the opportunity to refine your technical capability while contributing to impactful, large-scale outcomes in a collaborative and forward-thinking organisation.

About you

You are a detail-focused cost professional who thrives in complex project environments. You confidently analyse financial data, identify risks, and communicate insights clearly to stakeholders. With strong systems knowledge and a proactive mindset, you keep projects aligned to budget and performance expectations. You enjoy solving problems, working collaboratively, and continuously improving processes. Your ability to balance accuracy, deadlines, and stakeholder engagement makes you a trusted partner in successful project delivery.

Key Required Skills

• Project cost control and forecasting


• Earned Value Management (EVM) reporting


• Financial analysis and variance reporting


• ERP systems (IFS, Deltek, or similar)


• Data validation and accuracy management


• Stakeholder communication and collaboration


• Resource and cost planning


• Problem-solving and discrepancy resolution

Key Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field


• Diploma in Project or Construction Management (acceptable alternative)


• 3–5+ years’ relevant cost/project finance experience


• PMP or PRINCE2 certification (desirable)

Your future at Babcock – what we offer you 

• Our work life integration policy brings together leave entitlements which include annual leave, wellbeing leave, paid parental leave, defence reservist leave plus more;


• We will provide you with a supportive and engaging environment where you can grow your career, supported by our capability framework plus ongoing access to self-led learning modules through LinkedIn Learning and access to study leave;


• You’ll have access to beRewarded which will provide you with endless discounts across retail, health, entertainment, travel and much more, plus novated leasing options and corporate shares plan;


• Your wellbeing is supported through our online wellbeing program Munch, Mind, Move, Money, access to our employee assistance program plus you can access two days annually from your personal leave as wellbeing days;


• You’ll be able to participate in our weRecognise program which is an opportunity to recognise the outstanding work our people do each and every day in living our principles which are Be kind, Collaborate, Be Curious, Think Outcomes, Be Courageous and Own & Deliver

Who we are

Babcock Australasia combines the best talent and in-country expertise while leveraging the rich 130+ year global heritage of Babcock International Group, a FTSE 100 international defence company.

Our team of 1,800+ experienced staff ensure critical services and assets are readily available, affordable, and future proof. From maritime sustainment and secure communications, to lifesaving helicopter missions and managing critical fleets, we ensure our customers are equipped to fulfil their mission.

So, if you would like to join us and help create a safe and secure world, together, please apply via the Apply Now’ button below.

To learn more about us visit www.babcock.com.au

We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and experience however, the successful candidate must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand and capable of obtaining a New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) Security Clearance.

Please note, should your application progress you may be required to complete pre-employment checks. These checks may include but not limited to, reference checks, MOJ, security check, qualifications and right to work.

Babcock Australasia is a Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.

Job Req #73857