Job Description

Chandler Macleod is recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Project and Program Cost Analyst to join a high-performing team based in Canberra ACT .

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This is an exciting opportunity for a finance, costing, or commercial professional to contribute to one of Australia's most complex and strategically significant Government programs. Working within a cooperative and fast-paced environment, you will provide expert costing analysis, financial insights, and strategic advice to support critical program and investment decisions.

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As a Project and Program Cost Analyst, you will:

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- Develop and maintain cost estimates using a range of costing methodologies, data sources, and modelling techniques
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- Analyse financial and commercial information to support investment and program decisions
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- Provide strategic costing advice, identifying financial risks, opportunities, and cost drivers
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- Support the development of business cases, briefs, submissions, and financial recommendations
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- Prepare and present accurate financial information to stakeholders and decision-makers
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- Contribute to cost estimation processes, frameworks, and continuous improvement initiatives
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- Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to build collaborative relationships and achieve program outcomes
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- Assist in the development and review of project costing artefacts including schedules, work breakdown structures, commercial arrangements, and industry benchmarks
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Key Criteria n

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

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- Experience in cost estimation, project costing, financial analysis, budgeting, or commercial management
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- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex information
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- Experience preparing high-quality written advice, briefings, and recommendations
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- The ability to communicate financial information clearly to diverse stakeholders
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- Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management capabilities
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- Experience working with project artefacts, financial models, schedules, and cost data
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- The ability to work independently while contributing positively to team outcomes
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- A commitment to continuous improvement and delivering high-quality results
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- Knowledge of Government financial frameworks, budgeting processes, or public sector environments will be highly regarded
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Eligibility Requirements nn
- Australian Citizenship is required.
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- Ability to obtain and maintain a Negative Vetting 1 (NV1) Security Clearance .
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📌 Project and Program Cost Analyst (Canberra)
🏢 Chandler Macleod Group
📍 Canberra