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The Project Engineer sits within the PMO Cost Performance group and is responsible for providing Senior Project Management with accurate, consistent, reliable, and forward-looking cost information as a basis for decision making. Working closely with the Project Controls Lead, Head of Cost Performance, Planning, AFC, and wider PMO functions, the Cost Project Engineer plays a central role in establishing and operating project cost performance systems, monitoring actual expenditure against budget, and producing the forecasting and reporting outputs that underpin sound project decisions.
Job Responsibility
Set up and manage CATS (IDD Tech) or similar cost performance software in line with project requirements
Configure and maintain the cost performance system to ensure accurate, consistent data capture and reporting
Support integration between cost performance systems and scheduling tools (Primavera P6)
Develop and manage time-phased budgets aligned to the project schedule (tied to P6)
Administer budget transfers and contingency drawdown in accordance with approved governance processes
Conduct budget validation to ensure integrity and alignment with the approved project baseline
Assess and report Actual Cost of Work Performed (ACWP) in accordance with Earned Value (EV) principles
Develop and maintain cost trends and forecasts tied to productivity metrics to provide forward-looking cost intelligence
Prepare escalation reporting to capture and communicate inflationary impacts on project costs
Coordinate and manage cost accruals in conjunction with the AFC function to ensure costs are accurately recorded in the correct period
Liaise with project teams and finance to validate accrual data and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner
Prepare and distribute regular cost performance reports for Senior Project Management and key stakeholders
Provide clear analysis of cost variances, trends, and estimate-at-completion (EAC) against the approved budget
Contribute to integrated PMO reporting to support risk, change, and planning functions
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Finance, or a related field
Demonstrated experience in a cost engineering, cost control, or project controls role on major infrastructure or construction projects
Proficiency in cost performance software (e.g. CATS / IDD Tech, or equivalent) and Primavera P6 (preferred)
Strong understanding of Earned Value Management (EVM) principles including ACWP, BCWP, and BCWS
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience with cost modelling and financial forecasting
Excellent attention to detail with strong numerical and analytical capabilities
Effective written and verbal communication skills for reporting to senior stakeholders
Valid working rights in Australia
Nice to have
Experience on large-scale civil infrastructure or major projects in Australia
Familiarity with SAP or equivalent ERP financial systems
Understanding of change management processes and their interface with cost control
Relevant professional certifications or memberships (e.g. AIQS, RICS, AACE)