Your Current Role
Our State Government client is seeking an experienced Cost Controller & Assurance Specialist to support the financial oversight and assurance of major infrastructure programs and projects.

This specialist opportunity will provide independent cost analysis, assurance and reporting across a portfolio of major investments, supporting informed decision-making and strengthening confidence in project financial performance.

Your key responsibilities will include:

- Review and independently assess project cost reports, budgets, forecasts and estimates at completion.
- Analyse cost performance, earned value, contingency, financial risks and emerging cost pressures.
- Undertake assurance reviews of project expenditure, contractor claims, cost allocations and commercial information.
- Identify reporting inconsistencies, forecast risks and opportunities to strengthen cost controls.
- Develop portfolio cost dashboards, assurance reports and recommendations for senior executives.
- Collaborate with project, finance and commercial teams to improve portfolio cost management and reporting.

About You

- Demonstrated specialist experience in cost control and/or independent cost assurance.
- Strong understanding of project cost forecasting, earned value management, contingency and cost risk.
- Experience reviewing complex project financial information, cost reports and contractor claims.
- Advanced analytical and reporting skills, including Excel, Power BI or project controls systems.
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to provide independent, evidence-based advice.
- Excellent written communication skills,



with the ability to present complex financial information clearly.

Experience across major infrastructure projects will be highly regarded.
Benefits for You

- ASAP start
- Initial 12-month contract, with 2 x 12-month extension options (up to 3 years total)
- $102.29 – $108.09 per hour + Super (negotiable)
- Brisbane CBD location
- Opportunity to contribute to the financial oversight of major infrastructure investments
- Weekly pay cycles | No payroll fees/deductions
- Ongoing support from Kingston Human Capital

Next Steps

Click APPLY NOW and upload your CV (MS Word preferred).

We encourage you to include a Cover Letter highlighting your relevant experience in infrastructure cost control, independent assurance and major project delivery.

Confidential enquiries can be directed to:
Angela Burchett
Senior Recruitment Consultant - Accounting & Finance
***@kingstonhumancapital.com.au
0436 699 ***

Kingston Human Capital specialises in recruitment for the Queensland Government and Public Sector.

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📌 Brisbane-based Rail Cost Controller
🏢 Kingston Human Capital
📍 Brisbane