John Holland
A leading Australian infrastructure and property development company delivering diverse projects.
Manage project costs, forecasting and reporting for major rail construction sites.
1 days ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Shire of Strathbogie, Victoria, Australia
Hybrid
Company Size
5,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Airports
Delivery of key rail services
Design & construction
Education & research
Future cities
Health
Justice & corrections
Mechanical & electrical
Sector Specialisms
Building
Infrastructure
Rail
Transport
Water
Property
Urban Renewal
Energy
Role
Description
cost forecasting
cost monitoring
financial reporting
stakeholder communication
audit liaison
training support
As a Site Cost Controller based at our Broadford site office, you will oversee the financial aspects of the project, ensuring costs are effectively managed and aligned with budgets and forecasts. The role supports teams across multiple locations, including Euroa and Benalla, and works closely with project delivery leaders, commercial teams, and stakeholders to provide accurate reporting and insights for decision‑making.
Tranche 2 works, delivered by John Holland, involve adjusting track alignments, providing new road overbridges and modifying stations to enable safe operation of double‑stack freight trains across eight B2A sites between Wandong and Benalla.
- Provide technical knowledge and support in developing project site team forecasting and risk for delivery engineers.
- Monitor and analyse daily costs with delivery engineers.
- Ensure correct allocation of costs in the financial system.
- Compile and review monthly project reports and KPIs.
- Review and analyse project site results in relation to cost, budgets and forecasts.
- Interpret site forecasting results and recommend cost reduction and profit improvement.
- Compile, review and analyse forecast information to evaluate the final financial position of the project site.
- Liaise with external auditors as required.
- Contribute to training of delivery engineers in forecasting.
- Build strong stakeholder relationships through proactive, professional communication.
- Perform duties in accordance with John Holland policies, processes, systems and procedures.
Requirements
accounting
engineering
quantity surveying
cost control
communication
ms excel
- Tertiary qualifications in accounting, finance, business, engineering, quantity surveying, commerce/statistics or a related discipline.
- 5‑10 years construction site cost control experience or similar role.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to interact at all staff levels.
- Highly developed computer skills with advanced knowledge of MS Excel.
Benefits
Your success is reflected in ours, so we’re committed to being an employer of choice. We pride ourselves on a diverse and inclusive workplace, recognising that different perspectives and ideas are critical to long‑term success. We aim to provide rich career experiences and ongoing development to keep you with us for the long term.
- Competitive remuneration with salary continuance and salary sacrifice options.
- 18 weeks paid parental leave with super and up to an extra 18 weeks of super paid on further periods of unpaid parental leave, multicultural leave exchange and two extra wellbeing days.
- Career progression opportunities on an exciting pipeline of iconic projects.
- Learning and development programs, including talent initiatives, clear career pathways, and technical and leadership training.
- Flexible working arrangements such as flexi‑hours, flexi‑parenting, flexi‑leave, flexi‑shifts and flexi‑work.
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
Founded 1949
Year Established
The company has been a cornerstone of infrastructure and property development since its establishment.
- The company’s rich legacy includes major projects across transport, energy, water, and infrastructure sectors.
- Recognized for delivering complex and large-scale projects in Australia and internationally.
- Focus on collaboration and innovation to develop a strong reputation in the construction industry.
- Notable projects include the Melbourne Metro Tunnel, Sydney's WestConnex, and large-scale renewable energy initiatives.
- Combines expertise in civil engineering, building, and urban development to provide sustainable solutions.
- A key player in the government infrastructure space, contributing significantly to public projects.
Culture + Values
- Caring: We think deeply about what we do and how it affects lives
- Empowering: We gain trust through action
- Imaginative: We push the boundaries
- Future‑focused: We’re in it for the long, long term
- Be yourself: bring your whole self to work and balance personal responsibilities
- Grow with us: active development program with opportunities on large projects
- Be rewarded: generous remuneration, parental leave, flexible working, wellbeing and relationship support
- Make an impact: invest in sustainability, social impact, Indigenous opportunity, and community support
Environment + Sustainability
A$1.5B funding
Sustainability-linked facility
Signed a sustainability‑linked bonding facility tied to KPIs including sustainable energy use and alternative fuels.
30% reduction
Portland cement use
Use of low-carbon concrete reduced Portland cement by 30%, saving 25,129 t CO₂‑e across projects.
100% GreenPower
Offices and tunnels
Rail Infrastructure Alliance offices powered entirely by GreenPower, and tunnels fuelled by biodiesel.
75% trained
Managers with mental health training
75% of managers completed Black Dog mental‑health training, targeting 95% completion.
- Published a Climate Policy and developing a pathway to Net Zero emissions aligned with Paris 1.5 °C goal
- Pilot and deploy renewable‑energy solutions on-site, including solar‑hybrid generators and solar‑fitted site caravans
- Committed to reducing GHG emissions, energy consumption and water use via supply‑chain partnerships and best‑practice materials
Inclusion & Diversity
2022–2024
WGEA Employer of Choice
Recognised as a Workplace Gender Equality Agency Employer of Choice for Gender Equality over the years 2022–2024.
40/40/20
Gender Representation Target
Aim to achieve gender representation of 40% female, 40% male, and 20% non-binary across recruitment and development programs.
24.5%
Women in Workforce
Women account for 24.5% of the total workforce as of November 2023.
18 weeks
Paid Parental Leave
Provides 18 weeks of paid leave for primary carers and 3 weeks for secondary carers, including superannuation.
- Inclusion Strategic Plan embedding inclusion, diversity and equity across daily work
- Employee resource groups: Pride, Celebrate Women, GROW, Ability @ John Holland
- Partnerships with Vets in Construction, Soldier On, CareerSeekers, ON TRACK for veterans, refugees, First Nations and youth inclusion