Consilium Solutions is expanding and seeking a driven Cost Controller to join our Perth team. In this role, you will work closely with the Cost Manager, supporting delivery of major projects across a range of sectors. You will play a key role in managing project costs, ensuring accurate reporting, and maintaining effective financial control across all phases of the project, utilising Oracle Unifier as the primary cost management platform.
We are seeking a candidate with experience in construction or mining projects, strong attention to detail, and a proactive, positive attitude. You will be confident working across various systems, adaptable to new tools and processes, and committed to delivering high-quality outcomes aligned with our core values of Performance, Integrity, Efficiency, and Commitment.
Key Responsibilities
Set up new projects within the cost management system using the estimate and establishing a control budget baseline to enable accurate performance measurement
Track and monitor project costs, including labour, materials, equipment, and overheads
Collect and consolidate commitments, actuals, forecasts, and progress data from contractors, and input into the cost management system
Ensure contractors submit progress claims on time and are accurately assessed against approved budgets and quantities, escalating any cost or scope deviations promptly
Assist with forecasting and cash flow planning to support project delivery
Prepare weekly and monthly cost reports for stakeholders, management, and clients
Maintain accurate cost allocations within the cost management system in line with WBS/CBS structures
Adapt cost control processes, reporting formats, and system configurations to align with differing client requirements, governance structures, and reporting cycles on a project-by-project basis
Provide general administrative and project support to the project team, internal stakeholders,



and clients as required
About You
Minimum of 2 years' experience as a Cost Controller, including at least 1 year within the construction or resources sector
Hands-on experience applying WBS/CBS cost structures, including calculating VOWD and accruals
Experience using cost management systems, with a solid understanding of their functionality and application
Robust proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
High level of attention to detail and accuracy
Strong time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
A driven and ambitious attitude, with a genuine desire to identify and drive improvements to processes and ways of working
Full Australian working rights
About us:
Consilium Solutions is a specialist project management firm built by practitioners who understand delivery complexity. We raise standards through disciplined execution-aligning stakeholders early, planning with rigour, and coordinating design, procurement and site delivery. The result is a clear path from concept to handover with predictable schedules, safer sites and better value.
Guided by Performance, Proactivity and Integrity, we continuously strive to find new and improved methods to support our clients, ensuring transparent and candid reporting highlighting the full picture, and act quickly on risks and opportunities. We take accountability for decisions and recovery actions, sustaining momentum without compromising quality.
We are committed to being an equal opportunity employer and to fostering a respectful, inclusive workplace. We aim to make all hiring decisions based on merit and comply with applicable Australian employment laws, including the Fair Work Act ****.
For more information about this opportunity please contact Danyelle Hines on ******
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📌 Cost Controller (Western Australia)
🏢 Consilium Solutions
📍 Western Australia