Our client is a well-established Defence operator delivering major projects across Australia. With a strong pipeline of work, they are seeking an experienced Cost Controller to join their team on a full time basis.

Working closely with Construction Management team, you'll play a key role in monitoring project costs, preparing financial reports and ensuring projects are delivered within budget.

About the Role

This is a hands-on role where you'll provide financial oversight across projects by monitoring budgets, commitments, forecasting and cost performance throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities
Monitor project costs against approved budgets and cost plans
Track committed costs, actual expenditure and forecast final costs
Prepare monthly cost reports, forecasts and financial updates
Monitor project cash flow and financial commitments
Identify cost variances, trends and commercial risks
Maintain variation registers and monitor the financial impact of project changes
Support procurement activities with accurate cost tracking
Maintain project cost control systems and reporting registers




Assist with project close-out, reconciliations and final cost reporting

About You

To be successful in this role you will have:
3+ years' experience in a Cost Controller or Project Controls role
Ability to prepare accurate financial reports, forecasts and cost analysis
High level analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Solid organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities

What's on Offer
Join a respected Defence company on a full time permanent basis
Diverse, high-value projects
Competitive salary package based on experience
Up-to-date office setting with excellent career development opportunities

If you're an experienced Cost Controller looking to take the next step in your career with a respected contractor delivering quality commercial projects, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply Now or contact us for a confidential discussion - Nick - 08 •••• •079

📌 Cost Controller Perth
🏢 Pearl Recruitment Group
📍 Perth