Cost Modeller
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30+ days ago
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Job Summary
Position Description:
At CGI you will help shape the cost foundations of complex space and satellite communications programmes that enable secure connectivity sovereign capability and national resilience. As a Senior Cost Modeller you will play a critical role in ensuring major space and satcom initiatives are underpinned by robust defensible and data-driven cost models. Working alongside programme engineering and finance leaders you will influence strategic investment decisions across the full lifecycle of high-value programmes. Youll be trusted to take ownership of complex challenges encouraged to apply creative thinking to cost insight and supported by a collaborative environment focused on delivering meaningful outcomes in one of Australias most strategic sectors.
Your future duties and responsibilities:
In this role you will lead cost modelling activity across large-scale space and satellite communications programmes supporting decisions from early concept through delivery and long-term sustainment. You will work closely with project managers engineers and finance teams to ensure cost estimates are transparent evidence-based and aligned with strategic and operational objectives.
You will also contribute to governance assurance and continuous improvement strengthening how cost insight supports affordability risk management and successful programme outcomes in highly regulated environments.
Key responsibilities:
> Develop & Model: Build and maintain complex cost models across the full programme lifecycle.
> Analyse & Advise: Perform scenario analysis sensitivity testing and cost-driver assessments.
> Forecast & Control: Monitor cost performance update forecasts and support cost control actions.
> Engage & Influence: Present cost insights to senior stakeholders justifying assumptions and methodologies.
> Assure & Govern: Ensure cost models meet internal industry and audit standards with clear documentation.
Required qualifications to be successful in this role:
Essential:
Demonstrated experience in full stack software development using modern frameworks such as React Angular or (frontend) and Python Java or C# (backend).
Strong understanding of RESTful APIs microservices and containerised deployments (Docker Kubernetes).
Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases (PostgreSQL MongoDB etc.).
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines version control (Git) and automated testing.
Experience developing in secure or Defence ICT environments.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Excellent communication and documentation skills.
Desirable:
Experience with cloud-native platforms (AWS Azure or OpenShift) in secure environments.
Knowledge of data modelling event-driven architectures and message brokers (Kafka RabbitMQ).
Exposure to DevSecOps practices and infrastructure as code (Terraform Ansible).
Understanding of Defence software assurance and accreditation processes.
Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Software Engineering Computer Science or related field.
Current NV1 or higher security clearance.
Relevant certifications (e.g. AWS Certified Developer Microsoft Azure Developer CompTIA Security).
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What you can expect from us:
Together as owners lets turn meaningful insights into action.
Life at CGI is rooted in ownership teamwork respect and belonging. Here youll reach your full potential because
You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. Thats why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our companys strategy and direction.
Your work creates value. Youll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas embrace new opportunities and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.
Youll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. Youll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.
Come join our teamone of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.
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