Lead Cost Analysis
Job no: 1036
Category: Asset Lifecycle
- Permanent opportunity with flexible working options - $112,195 + super
- Join our APDG Project Management team based at our Leederville office
- Work on multiple infrastructure projects across WA
We have a permanent opportunity for a Lead Project Costing Analyst working with our Project Management team. In this role you will be responsible for providing project costing services to support Project Managers in delivering new infrastructure assets, delivered on time and within budget. This position will be based in our Leederville office, reporting to the Team Lead - Project Planning & Cost Analysis.
We offer several employee benefits, development & training, and flexible working, providing you an opportunity to work a mix of both home and at our office in Leederville. We also have 9-day fortnight options available, creating a better balance for you.
The role will involve:
- Apply the Project Management project controls systems and processes, ensuring project data integrity and that information accurately reflects project status.
- Lead a small team of Cost Analysts supporting project delivery through maintenance of portfolio and project status reports, identification of issues, corrective actions, and support.
- Provide procurement support through initiating the procurement of goods and services and ensure the timely administration of monthly payments and claims.
- Resolve issues associated with cost management (such as incorrect purchase orders, incorrect use of procurement system) on behalf of the project manager where requested.
- Provide project analysis support, ensuring that the cost forecast is aligned with project activities, milestones, and rate of progress. Discover the reasons for discrepancy by challenging the underlying assumptions of the project manager.
- Assist with project reporting including the identification of inter-contract links to ensure effective coordination of projects.
- Evaluate and present project analysis reports to communicate the status of projects and contracts and recommend action to ensure targets are achieved.
Key skills and experience:
- Tertiary level qualification in engineering, project management or relevant discipline, and relevant experience in providing engineering project analytical services.
- OR
- Proficient in SAP PS (Project Systems), and SAP SRM (Supplier Relationship Management) or similar, along with contract administration and purchasing experience.
- Extensive experience in and sound knowledge of providing engineering project analytical services.
- Demonstrated computing skills in financial software, project management software and Microsoft suite of systems.
- Demonstrated knowledge of analysis principles and practices.
- Demonstrated conceptual and analytical skills.
- Ability to collaborate, negotiate and influence internal stakeholders will ensure success in this role.
Apply: If you are interested in the above opportunity, please submit a covering letter and resume that best demonstrates your ability to meet the requirements of the role.
Please note: By applying for this role, you are consenting to your current and previous line managers being contacted as references. It is strongly recommended that all internal applicants advise their line manager of any applications for acting or permanent positions prior to applying.
As part of the recruitment process you may be required to complete pre-employment screening which may include a medical, qualification check, police clearance and Australian working rights check.
Applications close Friday 15th November 2024
Diversity and inclusion are more than words. They guide us on building a thriving workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and our community.
We encourage applications from every background, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, women, youth, LGBTQIA+ folks and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
We are committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive work environment to enable people with disability to participate fully in all aspects of employment.
Applicants with disability who require adjustments, or alternative methods of communication in the recruitment process, can contact a Recruitment Officer at recruitment@watercorporation.com.au or 9420 2000.
To read our diversity and inclusion statement, please visit our website
Job no: 1036
Category: Asset Lifecycle
- Permanent opportunity with flexible working options - $112,195 + super
- Join our APDG Project Management team based at our Leederville office
- Work on multiple infrastructure projects across WA
We have a permanent opportunity for a Lead Project Costing Analyst working with our Project Management team. In this role you will be responsible for providing project costing services to support Project Managers in delivering new infrastructure assets, delivered on time and within budget. This position will be based in our Leederville office, reporting to the Team Lead - Project Planning & Cost Analysis.
We offer several employee benefits, development & training, and flexible working, providing you an opportunity to work a mix of both home and at our office in Leederville. We also have 9-day fortnight options available, creating a better balance for you.
The role will involve:
- Apply the Project Management project controls systems and processes, ensuring project data integrity and that information accurately reflects project status.
- Lead a small team of Cost Analysts supporting project delivery through maintenance of portfolio and project status reports, identification of issues, corrective actions, and support.
- Provide procurement support through initiating the procurement of goods and services and ensure the timely administration of monthly payments and claims.
- Resolve issues associated with cost management (such as incorrect purchase orders, incorrect use of procurement system) on behalf of the project manager where requested.
- Provide project analysis support, ensuring that the cost forecast is aligned with project activities, milestones, and rate of progress. Discover the reasons for discrepancy by challenging the underlying assumptions of the project manager.
- Assist with project reporting including the identification of inter-contract links to ensure effective coordination of projects.
- Evaluate and present project analysis reports to communicate the status of projects and contracts and recommend action to ensure targets are achieved.
Key skills and experience:
- Tertiary level qualification in engineering, project management or relevant discipline, and relevant experience in providing engineering project analytical services.
- OR
- Proficient in SAP PS (Project Systems), and SAP SRM (Supplier Relationship Management) or similar, along with contract administration and purchasing experience.
- Extensive experience in and sound knowledge of providing engineering project analytical services.
- Demonstrated computing skills in financial software, project management software and Microsoft suite of systems.
- Demonstrated knowledge of analysis principles and practices.
- Demonstrated conceptual and analytical skills.
- Ability to collaborate, negotiate and influence internal stakeholders will ensure success in this role.
Apply: If you are interested in the above opportunity, please submit a covering letter and resume that best demonstrates your ability to meet the requirements of the role.
Please note: By applying for this role, you are consenting to your current and previous line managers being contacted as references. It is strongly recommended that all internal applicants advise their line manager of any applications for acting or permanent positions prior to applying.
As part of the recruitment process you may be required to complete pre-employment screening which may include a medical, qualification check, police clearance and Australian working rights check.
Applications close Friday 15th November 2024
Diversity and inclusion are more than words. They guide us on building a thriving workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and our community.
We encourage applications from every background, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, women, youth, LGBTQIA+ folks and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
We are committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive work environment to enable people with disability to participate fully in all aspects of employment.
Applicants with disability who require adjustments, or alternative methods of communication in the recruitment process, can contact a Recruitment Officer at recruitment@watercorporation.com.au or 9420 2000.
To read our diversity and inclusion statement, please visit our website
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