2 Cost Management jobs in Australia
Technical Director - Cost Management
Fortitude Valley, Queensland
AECOM
Posted 3 days ago
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**Company Description**
_In short, the reason I work at AECOM comes down to the people and the projects. To be able to work with people who are leaders in their field; in a culture that values high performance but provides you the flexibility and support to do it your way; is a real gift. I will never get tired of working on city-shaping projects and complex problems with trusted partners and clients._ **Emma Charlton - Group Director, Buildings & Places Queensland/Northern Territory**
**Come grow with us.**
Our global portfolio of work comprises the design of iconic and award winning buildings and landscapes. From strategic planning through to project realisation, the connections we make among people and place provide sustainable outcomes for our clients and the communities we serve. We place a premium on investing in digital capabilities and innovations which bring a unique consistency and efficiency to our scalable work. Together with our clients, we are working to evolve and elevate the built environment across sectors including social infrastructure, transit, technology and logistics, and commercial and corporate real estate, while focusing on solutions that promote long term health and wellbeing for all.
**Everyone belongs at AECOM**
We're committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging - because great ideas come from diverse perspectives. AECOM is proud to be a **Fortune 500 Most Admired Company** , a **WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality** , # **Work180 Equitable Workplace Awards 2025 Winner** and an **AWEI Bronze Tier LGBTQ+ Inclusive Employer** .
**Job Description**
AECOM's Cost Management Team has an opportunity in Brisbane, for an experienced Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor to join our successful team. We are open to speaking with Associate Quantity Surveyors, Associate Director Quantity Surveyors or Technical Director-level quantity surveyors.
This role will work on a variety of market sectors including sports infrastructure, health, education and Defence sector projects.
**How you'll make a difference:**
+ Lead and deliver cost management and quantity surveying services for major projects across Queensland and nationally, with a focus on **sports infrastructure, education, healthcare, and** **Defence** .
+ Oversee project cost planning from early feasibility to delivery, including estimating, value engineering, risk analysis, and whole-of-life costing.
+ Provide **technical leadership and mentorship** to junior and mid-level professionals, driving capability development and delivery excellence.
+ Build trusted client relationships, offering **strategic commercial advice** and supporting informed decision-making throughout project lifecycles.
+ Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, represent AECOM in industry forums, and support business development to grow our client base.
**Qualifications**
The following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don't tick all the boxes, you could still be a perfect fit for this role. Please apply, all applications will be considered.
**The qualities that help you thrive:**
+ 15+ years' post-graduate experience in quantity surveying / cost management with a strong track record delivering complex projects in sports, education, healthcare, or defence.
+ Strong leadership in client-facing roles, with proven skills in stakeholder engagement, negotiation, and presentation.
+ Comprehensive knowledge of Australian construction contracts, procurement strategies, and industry standards.
+ Relevant tertiary qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or Engineering, ideally with AIQS or RICS accreditation.
+ Australian citizenship or an active/eligible Defence clearance preferred, along with advanced proficiency in CostX and Microsoft Suite.
**Why you'll love working with us:**
+ Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, part-time, job-sharing and hybrid work options
+ Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year
+ Flex public holidays - swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better
+ Continuous learning and growth - lunch and learns, professional development courses, financial study assistance, 5 days paid study leave, global career opportunities
**Ready to push the limits of what's possible?**
We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.
Applications are reviewed as they come in, and the role may close earlier than expected, so if this opportunity sounds like you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
**Learn more about life at AECOM:** LinkedIn, Facebook , Instagram, X, YouTube - explore our AECOM voices, employee stories, latest projects, and much more!
**Additional Information**
AECOM acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we, our clients and our communities live and work around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures and to their Elders - past, present, and emerging. We are committed to connecting to Country in our work through meaningful engagement with First Nations peoples and businesses. Find out more about our Australian Reconciliation Action Plan here: AECOM**
AECOM is the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $13.1 billion in fiscal year 2022. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.
**Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity**
You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you're working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.
You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion - a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.
AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We're the world's trusted global infrastructure firm, and we're in this together - your growth and success are ours too.
Join us, and you'll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm - access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person's potential, and we'll help you reach yours.
**ReqID:** J10134054
**Business Line:** B&P - Buildings & Places
**Business Group:** DCS
**Strategic Business Unit:** ANZ
**Career Area:** Survey & Estimation
**Work Location Model:** Hybrid
**Legal Entity:** AECOM Australia Pty Ltd
_In short, the reason I work at AECOM comes down to the people and the projects. To be able to work with people who are leaders in their field; in a culture that values high performance but provides you the flexibility and support to do it your way; is a real gift. I will never get tired of working on city-shaping projects and complex problems with trusted partners and clients._ **Emma Charlton - Group Director, Buildings & Places Queensland/Northern Territory**
**Come grow with us.**
Our global portfolio of work comprises the design of iconic and award winning buildings and landscapes. From strategic planning through to project realisation, the connections we make among people and place provide sustainable outcomes for our clients and the communities we serve. We place a premium on investing in digital capabilities and innovations which bring a unique consistency and efficiency to our scalable work. Together with our clients, we are working to evolve and elevate the built environment across sectors including social infrastructure, transit, technology and logistics, and commercial and corporate real estate, while focusing on solutions that promote long term health and wellbeing for all.
**Everyone belongs at AECOM**
We're committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging - because great ideas come from diverse perspectives. AECOM is proud to be a **Fortune 500 Most Admired Company** , a **WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality** , # **Work180 Equitable Workplace Awards 2025 Winner** and an **AWEI Bronze Tier LGBTQ+ Inclusive Employer** .
**Job Description**
AECOM's Cost Management Team has an opportunity in Brisbane, for an experienced Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor to join our successful team. We are open to speaking with Associate Quantity Surveyors, Associate Director Quantity Surveyors or Technical Director-level quantity surveyors.
This role will work on a variety of market sectors including sports infrastructure, health, education and Defence sector projects.
**How you'll make a difference:**
+ Lead and deliver cost management and quantity surveying services for major projects across Queensland and nationally, with a focus on **sports infrastructure, education, healthcare, and** **Defence** .
+ Oversee project cost planning from early feasibility to delivery, including estimating, value engineering, risk analysis, and whole-of-life costing.
+ Provide **technical leadership and mentorship** to junior and mid-level professionals, driving capability development and delivery excellence.
+ Build trusted client relationships, offering **strategic commercial advice** and supporting informed decision-making throughout project lifecycles.
+ Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, represent AECOM in industry forums, and support business development to grow our client base.
**Qualifications**
The following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don't tick all the boxes, you could still be a perfect fit for this role. Please apply, all applications will be considered.
**The qualities that help you thrive:**
+ 15+ years' post-graduate experience in quantity surveying / cost management with a strong track record delivering complex projects in sports, education, healthcare, or defence.
+ Strong leadership in client-facing roles, with proven skills in stakeholder engagement, negotiation, and presentation.
+ Comprehensive knowledge of Australian construction contracts, procurement strategies, and industry standards.
+ Relevant tertiary qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or Engineering, ideally with AIQS or RICS accreditation.
+ Australian citizenship or an active/eligible Defence clearance preferred, along with advanced proficiency in CostX and Microsoft Suite.
**Why you'll love working with us:**
+ Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, part-time, job-sharing and hybrid work options
+ Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year
+ Flex public holidays - swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better
+ Continuous learning and growth - lunch and learns, professional development courses, financial study assistance, 5 days paid study leave, global career opportunities
**Ready to push the limits of what's possible?**
We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.
Applications are reviewed as they come in, and the role may close earlier than expected, so if this opportunity sounds like you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
**Learn more about life at AECOM:** LinkedIn, Facebook , Instagram, X, YouTube - explore our AECOM voices, employee stories, latest projects, and much more!
**Additional Information**
AECOM acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we, our clients and our communities live and work around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures and to their Elders - past, present, and emerging. We are committed to connecting to Country in our work through meaningful engagement with First Nations peoples and businesses. Find out more about our Australian Reconciliation Action Plan here: AECOM**
AECOM is the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $13.1 billion in fiscal year 2022. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.
**Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity**
You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you're working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.
You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion - a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.
AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We're the world's trusted global infrastructure firm, and we're in this together - your growth and success are ours too.
Join us, and you'll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm - access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person's potential, and we'll help you reach yours.
**ReqID:** J10134054
**Business Line:** B&P - Buildings & Places
**Business Group:** DCS
**Strategic Business Unit:** ANZ
**Career Area:** Survey & Estimation
**Work Location Model:** Hybrid
**Legal Entity:** AECOM Australia Pty Ltd
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Senior Cost Control Manager
Alice Springs, Northern Territory
KBR
Posted 24 days ago
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Senior Cost Control Manager
Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!
KBR's National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country's most critical role - protecting our national security.
Why Join Us?
+ Innovative Projects: KBR's work is at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.
+ Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.
+ Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.
This is a contingent position based upon contract award.
Who We AreKBR Government Solutions delivers full life cycle professional and technical solutions that improve operational readiness and drive innovation. Our solutions help ensure mission success on land, air, sea, space and cyberspace for the Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, NASA and other federal agencies. KBR's areas of expertise include engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity. KBR strives to create a safer, more secure and sustainable world by bringing together the best and brightest to deliver technologies and solutions that help our customers accomplish their most critical missions and objectives.
The Mission AheadThis role is with KBR's Government Solutions U.S. division. At KBR Government Solutions, we don't just envision a world that's safer, more secure, and sustainable - we create it. Our legacy of delivering advanced full life cycle professional and technical solutions is matched only by our commitment to operational readiness and innovation. As stewards of critical missions for the Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, NASA, and other key federal entities, we excel in engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT, and cybersecurity. United in our quest for excellence, KBR stands at the vanguard, ready to transform possibilities into impactful realities for a better tomorrow.
Who You AreYou're a seasoned and analytical Senior Cost Control Manager with extensive experience in managing budgets, forecasting, and ensuring financial efficiency across complex projects. With a deep understanding of cost control methodologies, financial analysis, and project management principles, you excel at developing accurate budgets, tracking expenditures, and mitigating financial risks. Your strategic mindset and ability to interpret financial data enable you to provide actionable insights that drive operational success.
At KBR, you bring a combination of technical expertise, leadership, and a commitment to excellence in cost management. Known for your ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, ensure compliance with financial regulations, and implement cost-saving strategies, you play a critical role in delivering projects on time and within budget. Your dedication to financial accuracy and operational efficiency aligns with KBR's mission of delivering innovative and reliable solutions for critical operations.
What You'll DoIn the role of Senior Cost Control Manager, your duties will include:
+ Develop and implement cost control strategies and systems.
+ Monitor and analyze project costs and budgets to ensure financial targets are met.
+ Provide financial reporting and forecasting to management and project teams.
+ Work with project managers to identify cost-saving opportunities.
+ Maintain Quality Control: Implement and maintain quality control measures to ensure that all installations and repairs meet or exceed the set standards.
+ Facilitate Team Communication: Ensure clear and consistent communication within the team and with other project stakeholders to keep everyone informed and aligned on project goals and updates.
+ Other duties as required.
Requirements:
+ Must be a US or Australian Citizen
+ Must possess a US TS/SCI with Counterintelligence Polygraph or AUS PV Clearance.
+ Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Engineering, or related field.
+ 10+ years of extensive experience in cost management or a similar role in a project-driven environment.
+ Strong analytical skills and experience with financial software.
+ Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
+ Attention to Detail: Precision and attention to detail to ensure high-quality service delivery and compliance with safety standards.
+ Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing conditions, technologies, and requirements.
+ Decision-Making Ability: Strong decision-making skills to resolve issues quickly and effectively under pressure.
This role will be located in Alice Springs. This position is expected to be onsite 100%.INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY AT KBRAt KBR, we are passionate about our people, sustainability, and our Zero Harm culture.These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to and ongoing journey toward being a more inclusive and diverse company. That commitment is central to our team of teams philosophy and fosters an environment of real collaboration across cultures and locations. Our individual differences and perspectives bring enhanced value to our teams and help us develop solutions for the most challenging problems. We understand that by embracing those differences and working together, we are more innovative, more resilient, and safer.We Deliver - Together.BENEFITSKBR offers a best-in-class total compensation and benefits package including a 401k plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We also support career advancement through professional training and development. Learn more about our benefits. ( KBR EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENTKBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
#SF
Belong, Connect and Grow at KBRAt KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team's philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver - Together.
KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Senior Cost Control Manager
Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!
KBR's National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country's most critical role - protecting our national security.
Why Join Us?
+ Innovative Projects: KBR's work is at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.
+ Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.
+ Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.
This is a contingent position based upon contract award.
Who We AreKBR Government Solutions delivers full life cycle professional and technical solutions that improve operational readiness and drive innovation. Our solutions help ensure mission success on land, air, sea, space and cyberspace for the Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, NASA and other federal agencies. KBR's areas of expertise include engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity. KBR strives to create a safer, more secure and sustainable world by bringing together the best and brightest to deliver technologies and solutions that help our customers accomplish their most critical missions and objectives.
The Mission AheadThis role is with KBR's Government Solutions U.S. division. At KBR Government Solutions, we don't just envision a world that's safer, more secure, and sustainable - we create it. Our legacy of delivering advanced full life cycle professional and technical solutions is matched only by our commitment to operational readiness and innovation. As stewards of critical missions for the Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, NASA, and other key federal entities, we excel in engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT, and cybersecurity. United in our quest for excellence, KBR stands at the vanguard, ready to transform possibilities into impactful realities for a better tomorrow.
Who You AreYou're a seasoned and analytical Senior Cost Control Manager with extensive experience in managing budgets, forecasting, and ensuring financial efficiency across complex projects. With a deep understanding of cost control methodologies, financial analysis, and project management principles, you excel at developing accurate budgets, tracking expenditures, and mitigating financial risks. Your strategic mindset and ability to interpret financial data enable you to provide actionable insights that drive operational success.
At KBR, you bring a combination of technical expertise, leadership, and a commitment to excellence in cost management. Known for your ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, ensure compliance with financial regulations, and implement cost-saving strategies, you play a critical role in delivering projects on time and within budget. Your dedication to financial accuracy and operational efficiency aligns with KBR's mission of delivering innovative and reliable solutions for critical operations.
What You'll DoIn the role of Senior Cost Control Manager, your duties will include:
+ Develop and implement cost control strategies and systems.
+ Monitor and analyze project costs and budgets to ensure financial targets are met.
+ Provide financial reporting and forecasting to management and project teams.
+ Work with project managers to identify cost-saving opportunities.
+ Maintain Quality Control: Implement and maintain quality control measures to ensure that all installations and repairs meet or exceed the set standards.
+ Facilitate Team Communication: Ensure clear and consistent communication within the team and with other project stakeholders to keep everyone informed and aligned on project goals and updates.
+ Other duties as required.
Requirements:
+ Must be a US or Australian Citizen
+ Must possess a US TS/SCI with Counterintelligence Polygraph or AUS PV Clearance.
+ Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Engineering, or related field.
+ 10+ years of extensive experience in cost management or a similar role in a project-driven environment.
+ Strong analytical skills and experience with financial software.
+ Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
+ Attention to Detail: Precision and attention to detail to ensure high-quality service delivery and compliance with safety standards.
+ Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing conditions, technologies, and requirements.
+ Decision-Making Ability: Strong decision-making skills to resolve issues quickly and effectively under pressure.
This role will be located in Alice Springs. This position is expected to be onsite 100%.INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY AT KBRAt KBR, we are passionate about our people, sustainability, and our Zero Harm culture.These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to and ongoing journey toward being a more inclusive and diverse company. That commitment is central to our team of teams philosophy and fosters an environment of real collaboration across cultures and locations. Our individual differences and perspectives bring enhanced value to our teams and help us develop solutions for the most challenging problems. We understand that by embracing those differences and working together, we are more innovative, more resilient, and safer.We Deliver - Together.BENEFITSKBR offers a best-in-class total compensation and benefits package including a 401k plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We also support career advancement through professional training and development. Learn more about our benefits. ( KBR EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENTKBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
#SF
Belong, Connect and Grow at KBRAt KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team's philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver - Together.
KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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