Looking for a post-graduate VIE opportunity or after a first experience in project finance?

This opportunity in Australia is made for you !

Bouygues Bâtiment International (BBI) is the international division of Bouygues Construction, specialized in delivering complex buildings projects worldwide.

Joining BBI means working in a multicultural and innovative environment, at the heart of ambitious construction projects.

The position is based at the AW Edwards head office in Sydney, a subsidiary of Bouygues Bâtiment International, and reports to the Senior Cost Controller within the Finance & Accounting team.

Your role

As an Assistant Cost Controller, you will contribute to the financial management of projects by supporting operational teams in monitoring and analysing costs.

Cost Management - Commitments

- Monitor and control committed project costs
- Manage Purchase Orders and ensure correct WBS allocation
- Review and validate invoices (with or without Purchase Orders)
- Ensure proper approval workflows are followed
- Monitor outstanding Purchase Orders and close them when necessary
- Contribute to monthly accruals and cost recognition processes

Cost Management - Subcontractors

- Verify correct allocation of subcontractor costs within systems (Edifice)
- Review and validate subcontractor claims and variations
- Ensure proper follow-up of subcontract final accounts in coordination with Contract Administrators
- Contribute to monthly financial reporting and forecasting activities




- Analyse cost variances, identify risks and opportunities
- Challenge forecasts with Project Managers and Contract Administrators
- Support budget reallocations and maintain the project WBS structure
- Participate in monthly financial review meetings with project teams
- Ensure compliance with internal control procedures and data reliability

Client Interface

- Support the preparation and follow-up of client claims
- Monitor payments and track contractual variations and their financial impact

Internal interfaces

- Work closely with Project Managers, Contract Administrators, Finance and Accounting teams

Your profile

- Master’s degree in Finance, Business, Engineering or equivalent
- First experience in project cost control / finance (internship, apprenticeship or initial work experience)
- Robust Excel skills and interest in financial tools (SAP is a plus)
- Good understanding of project management principles (budgeting, forecasting, reporting)
- Strong analytical and organisational skills
- Accuracy and reliability
- Team spirit and cooperative mindset
- Ability to challenge and communicate effectively
- Adaptability in an international and multicultural environment

Fluent English is mandatory to operate in this environment.

Practical information

- Location: Sydney, Australia
- Housing allowance: 1 150€/month in addition to VIE allowance
- Round-trip flights covered by the company

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📌 VIE - Cost Controller - Sydney (H/F) (New South Wales)
🏢 AW EDWARDS (AWE)
📍 New South Wales