DescriptionReporting to the Senior Cost Control Manager Energy and Utilities, you will lead Cost Control delivery across an assigned line of business or portfolio, ensuring leaders and project teams have timely, accurate and consistent cost information to support effective decision making.
This is a people focused leadership role with a strong financial control foundation.
You will lead and develop Cost Control resources, oversee budgets, actual costs, commitments, accruals and forecasts, and provide meaningful review and challenge across project and portfolio performance.
You will also play an key role in strengthening Cost Control practices across the business.
Working closely with Project Management, Finance, Planning, Commercial, Procurement, Engineering and Delivery teams, you will support consistent application of approved standards, systems and governance requirements and help identify and address barriers to effective Cost Control.
Key responsibilities includeLeading Cost Control delivery and resource allocation across the assigned portfolioOverseeing budget integrity, cost coding, commitments, actual costs, accruals, reconciliations and approved budget movementsLeading monthly forecast reviews and challenging assumptions using project scope, commitments, quantities, risks and opportunitiesMaintaining clear visibility of cost performance, margin, contingency, cash flow, risks and opportunitiesDelivering concise and evidence-based project and portfolio reporting with material movements clearly explainedLeading,



coaching and developing assigned Cost Control resources and supporting capability and performance developmentImplementing approved Energy and Utilities Cost Control standards, processes, reporting requirements and systemsWorking collaboratively with operational and functional stakeholders to resolve Cost Control issues and improve ways of workingPromoting strong Cost Control behaviours by constructively challenging poor practices and escalating material risks or unresolved issuesDemonstrating visible leadership and behaviours that support our Zero Harm culture What we're looking forYou will be an experienced Cost Control professional who combines strong technical capability with the communication and leadership skills required to influence project and operational stakeholders.
Ideally, you will bringA tertiary qualificationMore than 10 years of relevant project Cost Control experienceA strong finance background, particularly in financial control, forecasting and reportingStrong theoretical and practical knowledge of Cost Control practices and frameworksDemonstrated experience reviewing project information, challenging forecasts and supporting operational decision makingPeople leadership experience with the ability to coach,



coordinate and develop Cost Control professionalsStrong stakeholder management skills and the ability to work effectively across Project Management, Finance, Planning, Commercial, Procurement, Engineering and Delivery functionsExperience with InEight will be highly regardedExposure to data analytics and reporting tools such as Power BI will be advantageousPostgraduate studies demonstrating a commitment to ongoing learning will also be viewed favourably What we offerDowner is committed to delivering career opportunities and an inclusive workplace where people are respected, supported and able to contribute their best.
This role provides the opportunity to take a leadership position within a major Energy and Utilities environment, influence Cost Control performance across a portfolio and contribute to the continued development of Cost Control capability, systems and ways of working.
About Energy & UtilitiesDowner's Energy & Utilities business provides essential services and infrastructure solutions across the energy and utilities sector.
Our teams work collaboratively to support safe, reliable and sustainable outcomes for our customers and the communities in which we operate.
How to applyTo apply for this opportunity, please submit your application through the advertised Downer recruitment process.
Downer is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds.
Please note that Downer does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies.
Unsolicited resumes submitted by agencies without an agreed engagement will not be considered.

📌 Cost Control Manager - Power Projects (Queensland)
🏢 Downer
📍 Queensland