Cost Control Specialist Australia Be the First to Apply Job Description This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a landmark project while working alongside experienced project managers, engineers, commercial specialists and project controls professionals.
About the Role Reporting directly to the Project Director, you will be responsible for monitoring and controlling project costs across the full project lifecycle.
You will provide accurate and timely reporting, support financial forecasting, analyse project performance, and identify risks and opportunities to support informed decision-making.
Key Responsibilities Monitoring project budgets, commitments, accruals and expenditure Preparing cost forecasts, cash flow forecasts and Estimate at Completion (EAC) reports Analysing cost performance, trends and variances Supporting project governance, reporting and assurance requirements Assessing the cost impact of scope changes, variations and claims Developing and maintaining project reporting tools, dashboards and cost control systems Partnering with project teams to optimise project performance and financial outcomes About You To be successful, you will bring: Experience in cost control, project controls, project finance or cost engineering within major projects Strong skills in budgeting, forecasting, cost reporting and financial analysis Advanced Microsoft Excel capabilities and strong analytical skills Experience working in infrastructure, construction, resources, utilities, energy, maritime or other capital-intensive project environments Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills A tertiary qualification in Engineering, Construction Management, Commerce, Finance, Project Management, Quantity Surveying or a related discipline Experience with project controls systems such as EcoSys, SAP, Primavera P6,



Power BI or similar platforms will be highly regarded What We Offer Join Fremantle Ports and be part of a proud organisation with a rich history and culture that makes a significant contribution to the WA economy.
Primarily based in Kwinana, you'll enjoy a unique workplace with stunning ocean views, rich heritage and striking architecture in the heart of the Victoria Quay precinct, which is currently undergoing exciting revitalisation.
You'll also enjoy variety through occasional travel to our Kwinana facilities.
Benefit from free onsite parking and access to a gymnasium, adaptable working arrangements to support work-life balance, generous annual leave, access to salary packaging, professional development opportunities, and a comprehensive health and wellness program.
Get to Know Us Fremantle Ports is a Government Trading Enterprise with proven commercial success and a highly regarded reputation with its partners, the community, and other stakeholders.
The Port of Fremantle is a vital transport hub, supporting Western Australia's economic growth by facilitating more than $45 billion of trade in FY*******.
Fremantle Ports acts as both a landlord and the operator of its own import and export facilities in Kwinana.
We are proud to have a clear set of four values that set expectations about how we will behave: collaboration, accountability, respect and excellence.
These are brought together and further supported under the acronym CARE.
Next Steps If you're looking for a meaningful role in an organisation with purpose, impact, and a strong values-based culture, we want to hear from you.
Apply Now Job Info Job Identification 345 Job Category Project Management Posting Date 08/11/2026, 12:52 AM Apply Before 08/25/2026, 09:00 AM Job Schedule Full time Locations 1 Cliff Street, Fremantle, WA, ****, AU 1 Riseley Road, Naval Base, WA, ****, AU Similar Jobs

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