Senior Cost Controller

ACCIONA is a global company leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65000 professionals present in more than 40 countries across the five continents all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference promote sustainable development and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change overpopulation and water scarcity Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.

About the Project

The Southern Program Alliance is contracted by Victorian Government to remove the most dangerous and congested level crossings in Melbourne. This is a critical infrastructure project with significant public impact.

The Southern Program Alliance has been operating since 2017 and is preparing to commence its most complex project in 2026 with an expected pipeline of works that extends to 2030.

Work on a high-profile infrastructure project as part of a global team using continuous improvement methodology and innovative technology which enable us to leave a genuine legacy in the city of Melbourne.

The Opportunity

Due to the continued success on Southern Program Alliance we have an opportunity for an experienced Senior Cost Controller the successful candidate will report to the Finance Governance & Risk Manager and will play a critical role in managing and safeguarding the financial performance of the project. The role will initially be based in Port Melbourne and will ultimately relocate to West Footscray when the project moves into its delivery phase from mid-2026.

As a senior member of the project controls team the role provides leadership and technical expertise in cost management integrating financial data with schedule performance to support informed decision making.

This position requires strong commercial acumen advanced analytical skills and the ability to influence and collaborate across diverse teams in a fast-paced alliance environment ensuring compliance with governance standards and contributing to the successful delivery of one of Victorias most significant transport infrastructure programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitoring expenditure against budgets and driving disciplined processes to maintain commercial integrity and deliver value for stakeholders
• Lead monthly cost reviews and proactively identify risks and opportunities to protect margins and cash flow.
• Work with project delivery teams to develop manage and update complex project schedules manage resource allocations and constraints to optimise timelines reflective of on-site resourcing and executed agreements.
• Responsible for the management of project budgets cost control processes and establishment of the CBS including budget and forecast transfers between Cost Codes.
• Prepare accurate cost forecasts and cash flow projections ensuring cost planning procurement cost forecast Head Contract revenue risk & opportunity and Vendor management tools are implemented.
• Be a leader within the project controls team in relation to best practice and the implementation and use of our proprietary project management software Linkedsite.
• Monitor allowances contingencies and risk provisions.
• Own monthly cost and revenue forecasts variance analysis and trend tracking by work package and cost category (labour plant materials subcontract indirect).
• Ensure accurate cost capture (time sheets plant hours materials accruals) and month end close disciplines.

• Degree in Quantity Surveying Construction Management Engineering or Finance
• Relevant professional membership (AIQS RICS CPA/CA)
• Minimum 8 years experience in project cost control/quantity surveying within largeconstruction/infrastructure projects in Australia 0r experience in general finance and/or project accounting role and/or knowledge of financial accounting
• Proficiency with ERP systems and project controls tools
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to challenge influence and coach stakeholders