The Associate Cost Manager is a key role supporting the project cost and control function across GreenSquare's portfolio.
The role ensures robust cost planning, commercial control, contract administration, and risk management from feasibility through to delivery and final account.Key accountabilities / ResponsibilitiesCost managementDevelop cost plans, budget tracking, forecasting, and cash flow across all project phasesDrive consistency in cost planning methodologies and outputsManage variations, change orders, claims, and commercial negotiationsEnforce commercial terms and oversee final account close-outManage PQS, consultant, and contractor commercial interfacesDevelop commercial systems, tools, and processes; drive best practice across all projectsIdentify opportunities to improve efficiency and commercial outcomesProject controls & performance reportingLead project controls (cost and reporting) across responsible projectsDeliver cost reports, cashflow forecasts, and performance dashboardsProvide transparent, decision-ready insights on project and portfolio performanceLead quantified risk management across projects, covering cost, programme, and probabilityDrive proactive risk mitigation and commercial decision-makingProcurement supportSupport procurement processes, including pre-tender estimates, tender evaluation,



and commercial comparisonEnsure alignment between tender outcomes and approved budgetsMaintain current knowledge of cost escalation, labour, supply chain, and market pricingDevelop and maintain cost benchmarksWho you'll work withInternal: Development & Delivery Managers, Design, Finance, ProcurementExternal: Quantity Surveyors, Project Managers, Designers, Main Contractors, Sub-ContractorsDegree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related discipline5+ years' experience in large-scale construction, infrastructure, or data centre developmentsStrong experience managing commercial and cost functions across multiple projects or programmesExperience working with project controls and cost reporting systemsStrong commercial acumen with the ability to challenge contractors and consultants effectivelyConfident communicator with ability to influence across multidisciplinary teamsHelp shape the next generation of data centre infrastructure in AustraliaWork with an experienced team delivering complex, large-scale projectsTake real ownership and have a direct impact as GreenSquare growsBe part of a business committed to high performance and responsible developmentBacked for the long term by Partners Group, one of the world's leading private markets firmsNote for Recruiters: GreenSquare manages recruitment directly; recruitment referrals will not be considered.
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📌 Associate Cost Manager (Melbourne)
🏢 GreenSquareDC marks Partners Group
📍 Melbourne