Metro is a multi-award winning organisation, and we pride ourselves on our team of honest, high performing professionals who are talented, inclusive and safety focused and who are at the core of our success. You will be joining an organisation that is known as a global leader in its field but also prides itself on being dynamic, embracing new technologies and focused on customer service. Our aim is to promote work/life balance, allow team members to bring their best to work and truly be focused on a common goal which is to provide a world-class railway service.

About the Team

Metro Trains Melbourne (MTM) are currently seeking dynamic Senior Cost Controller to be part of our Franchise Projects Division. The Franchise Projects portfolio includes all projects delivered by Metro Trains on behalf of the Department of Transport (Formerly PTV). It includes Third Party Projects accessing our network to conduct their own works examples of these are: The Westgate Tunnel Project, North East Link and major Utilities like Melbourne Water.

About the Role

The Senior Cost Controller is responsible for the coordination of the cost control function for a group of projects under a program of works within the Franchise portfolio. You will develop and manage detailed cost forecasts for the portfolio of works, monitor and report on the project and program and support Project Managers and Program Managers within the Franchise Portfolio.

This role will see you managing cost control and cost administration team resources to appropriate KPI’s, training, development, succession planning and general performance. You will support the projects across the project life cycle providing technical and strategic advice, analytical oversight and support and guidance to maximise business outcomes.

This is a permanent full-time opportunity. As an MTM employee, you will have access to free travel along the network.

Accountabilities

The key responsibilities of a Senior Cost Controller will include but not be limited to:

• Setting up budgetary control systems and documentation for varied programs of works within Franchise Projects.
• Manage cost control and cost administration team resources to appropriate KPI’s, training, development, succession planning and general performance
• Preparing forecasts, cost trend reports and monitoring cost and commitment to budget and forecast across all stages of the project life cycle and ensure client requirements are met for a variety of stakeholders.
• Reporting of deviations, underruns, and overruns to project management.
• Co-ordinating information supplied by estimating, procurement, construction, planning and engineering for cost projections.
• Analysis of data to establish the variances in initial estimates and final project costs, identify trends, risks, and mitigation.
• May be expected to coach/advise and support the development of others.
• Supporting progress claim assessments, pricing schedule developments, tender evaluations, contractor change assessments and contract financial close out.
• Building and maintaining relationships between estimating, planning and procurement to assure information flow and awareness of all aspects of project controls
• Contributing to cost control processes improvements, ensuring they fit for purpose
• Interfacing with external work parties and participating in internal cost review sessions with all disciplines to create robust forecast and project cost outcome reporting
• Attend and collaborate in meetings with delivery teams and contractors ensuring continuous improvement processes are driven with our stakeholders.

Desired Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Tertiary qualification in project management, engineering, finance/business or equivalent.
• 5 to 10 years’ experience in Cost Control.
• Knowledge of current cost control and project management techniques.
• Good level of experience in using cost control systems and tools.
• High level of experience in using Word, Excel & Outlook.
• Experience in controlling costs throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management and staff (verbal and written).

Why work for Metro?

• Attractive Remuneration: Excellent pay package with laptop and mobile phone
• Career Progression: Career development support and opportunities to learn new skills within a multi-disciplinary environment
• Vibrant and Ambitious Team: A collaborative team of passionate people who are dedicated to delivering projects that improve the safety and reliability of Melbourne’s rail network
• Permanent Opportunity: Our ongoing involvement in the exciting pipeline of major rail projects
• Benefits: Free Myki travel across Victoria and other great corporate discounts
• Work-Life Balance and Hybrid Working: We encourage flexibility and wellbeing; you will manage your own schedule and we will support you to thrive in your role. MTM supports flexible working arrangements.
  

This is a fantastic opportunity to build on the career you've developed to date and take it to the next level by making a tangible impact that matters.

If what you have read resonates with your values, experience and career aspiration then please submit your application by COB, 26th March 2023.

MTM is an equal opportunity employer and embraces diversity. We encourage all interested applicants to apply but please note only applications with the right to live and work in Australia will be considered for this position.