Business Review Group (BRG) is seeking an experienced Defence Cost Estimator to support a large, complex Defence acquisition and sustainment program. This is a hands on Level 3 role where your estimates will inform Government submissions and investment decisions across a multi-decade capability program.

Working with the Lead Cost Modeller and Program Delivery Office, you'll develop and assure whole of life estimates, improve the consistency of costing across the program, and help staff apply the tools and methods behind the numbers.

Key details
Location | Majura Park, Canberra | Onsite
Clearance | Current NV1 minimum
Employment | Full time BRG employee position
Package | Up to $230,000 including superannuation

What you'll do
Build, update and assure cost models for acquisition, sustainment and fundamental inputs to capability. Consolidate cost and financial inputs from multiple teams into consistent program reports.
Prepare cost estimates, assumptions and supporting analysis for Cabinet and other Government submissions.
Work with program and technical teams to validate inputs,



test cost drivers and explain uncertainty in estimates.
Help develop and implement the program's cost estimation framework and financial management principles, policies and processes.
Provide practical costing advice and training to program staff.

What you'll bring
Defence experience in cost estimation, program finance, cost analysis, financial modelling or reporting.
Solid quantitative skills and the ability to validate assumptions, reconcile figures and explain what is driving the numbers.
Advanced Excel and practical Power BI experience for analysis and reporting.
Experience consolidating data from multiple sources into transparent, reliable reports for decision makers.
Curiosity, a willingness to learn from some of Defence’s best cost estimators.
The ability to explain findings clearly to senior management.
CCT experience is desirable. You’ll have the chance to learn ACEIT on the job.

📌 Cost Estimator Canberra (Australia)
🏢 Business Review Group
📍 Australia