Cost Controller

About Us

Garli Group is a proudly Aboriginal owned business delivering civil construction workplace medicals environmental services and marine industry support across Australia. With offices in Perth Brisbane and South Hedland we are making our mark in multiple industries and were just getting started.

Garli Group is seeking a commercially sharp and proactive Cost Controller to join our team on the KTP Project. This is a pivotal role in our portfolio youll be the financial backbone of the project safeguarding margins enabling data-driven decision-making and building a culture of accountability across our project teams.

Youll work closely with our Project Manager Commercial Manager and broader finance and procurement functions as well as engaging with client commercial representatives and subcontractors. This role is integral to delivering financial integrity across the project lifecycle.

The role is FIFO working 8:6 Fixed Term

What youll be doing

• Develop maintain and update project cost reports budgets and forecasts across the full project lifecycle
• Monitor expenditure against approved budgets identifying variances and escalating risks proactively
• Prepare accurate Cost to Complete (CTC) and Estimate at Completion (EAC) forecasts with the Project Manager
• Track daily labour and equipment costs to ensure real-time financial visibility
• Manage subcontractor claims purchase order registers and invoice reconciliation processes
• Maintain accurate cost data and project management systems
• Develop and maintain cost control dashboards and reporting tools for varied stakeholder audiences
• Support procurement activities including VMAs subcontractor spend tracking and plant/equipment hire agreements
• Build effective relationships with client commercial representatives and attend joint cost review meetings

What youll bring essential

• Minimum 5 years experience in cost control or project controls within construction mining or resources
• Demonstrated track record in cost forecasting budget management and financial reporting on major projects
• Strong understanding of EVM project cost control principles and Australian construction commercial practices
• Knowledge of contract types including lump sum schedule of rates and cost-reimbursable
• Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency for cost modelling and reporting
• Experience with ERP or project management systems
• Strong communication skills able to translate complex financial data for non-financial stakeholders
• Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance Commerce Engineering or a related discipline
• Valid drivers licence
• Construction Card

• Competitive Salary
• Collaborative and supportive team environment focused on growth and development
• Fortnightly pay