Program Cost Controller

planning and investment, through start-up and operations.

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Project Overview:

Bechtel helps clients deliver projects of purpose that create a lasting positive legacy globally. These large, complex and multi-disciplined projects create jobs and grow economies; improve the resiliency of the world's infrastructure; connect communities to resources and opportunities; get us closer to net zero; tackle critical environmental challenges to protect people and the planet; and accelerate progress to make the world a cleaner, greener, safer place.

Bechtel is providing a wide variety project and contract management services, crossing all disciplines, to customers in Western Australia to support exciting capital works programmes, including in aviation, defence and energy infrastructure. We are looking for people to join us in a long-term relationship to deliver these services in and around Perth where we are working within integrated teams with our customers and to help build Bechtel's capabilities for even greater opportunities in the future.

Job Summary:

In this role, you will be responsible for estimating, analysis and control activities for projects with significant non-routine requirements or for cost activities which require a high degree of technical skill. You will prepare cost studies, review cost trends, and develop and implement project requirements for cost control. Your detailed analysis will provide innovative solutions to cost engineering challenges.

Major Responsibilities:

• Performs generally non-routine cost estimating, analysis, and control activities.

• Coordinates the implementation of cost monitoring and control standards, techniques, systems, and reports

• Coordinates the development and accuracy of cost reports

• Verifies consistency with previous reports to ensure compatibility and consistency

• Prepares specific budgets in accordance with prescribed standards and procedures

• Investigates the requirements for estimating and/or cost control data

• Collects and classifies cost data

• Performs budget allocation and reporting/cost control regime for specific construction discipline or group of disciplines

• Identifies cost trends for management attention

• Prepares cost studies using historical data, statistical analysis, and cost and quantity comparisons

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 8-10 years of relevant experience or 12-14 years of relevant work experience

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Interprets complex, high-volume, and sometimes conflicting information to solve problems effectively

• Interprets and applies key financial indicators to support better business decisions

• Holds self and others accountable for meeting commitments

• Applies business and market knowledge to advance organisational goals.

• Plans and prioritises work to meet commitments aligned with organisational goals

• Anticipates and adopts innovations in digital and technology applications that support business growth

Total Rewards/Benefits:

For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards

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