Cost Controller

• Prepare and maintain project budgets and forecasts in InEight and JDE systems.
• Oversee month-end reporting, cost accruals, and cash flow forecasting aligned to project milestones.
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure financial accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement.
• Analyse financial performance, identify variances, and provide actionable insights.
• Maintain and update cost control registers, including risk and opportunity logs.

The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Cost Controller to join our Utilities - Water Services team. Reporting to the Finance Manager, this full-time role is based in Mango Hill and offers the chance to contribute to the financial performance of essential water infrastructure projects. You'll partner closely with project and finance teams to manage budgets, forecasts, and financial reporting, ensuring accuracy and insight across the project lifecycle. This is a great opportunity for a motivated finance professional who thrives on data analysis, cost control, and supporting project delivery within a high-performing business unit. What You'll Do

• Excellent communication, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.
• 10+ years' experience in project cost management, ideally within capital construction or infrastructure.
• A proactive, analytical mindset with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Advanced Excel skills with strong data analysis and reporting capability.
• Strong financial and cost control acumen, with proficiency in InEight, JDE, or similar systems.

Join Downer's Water Services team as a Cost Controller and play a key role in managing project financials across major utilities infrastructure. Enjoy a collaborative culture, competitive remuneration, and strong career development pathways within a Tier 1 organisation.

• Career development through leadership and learning programs such as THRIVE and EmpowHER.
• Dedicated internal mobility team supporting your ongoing career progression within Energy & Utilities.
• The stability and opportunities of a Tier 1 ASX-listed company with strong in-house capabilities.
• Access to Perks@Downer discounts - including financial, travel, and wellbeing benefits.
• Competitive remuneration and employee benefits.