COMPANY OVERVIEW

Our client is an ambitious, independent cost and commercial advisory consultancy operating nationally across the Australian infrastructure market. Its work spans transport, resources and civil infrastructure, supporting clients on technically demanding, high-value programmes where sound commercial advice makes a measurable difference.

The business is owner-led, and that shapes everything about how it operates. Its Directors are highly respected for their technical expertise, remain hands-on in project delivery and take a genuine interest in the development of every member of the team. Clients value that senior involvement, and it has helped the firm build strong, lasting relationships across the sector.

With a growing pipeline of national infrastructure work, the consultancy is expanding its Brisbane team. Its structure is deliberately lean, which means each appointment matters and every team member has visibility, responsibility and a real voice in how the business develops.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT & PROJECTS

Some companies are great for your CV. Others are great for your career. The best are great for both, and this consultancy sits firmly in that last group. You will work on complex infrastructure projects across Australia while learning directly from people who are at the top of their field.

Projects cover a broad range of transport, resources and civil infrastructure work, with involvement across the project lifecycle, from early feasibility and estimating through procurement, contract advice and delivery-phase cost management. The work is challenging, varied and often involves solving difficult commercial problems alongside clients and project teams.

The team is close-knit, supportive and genuinely enjoyable to be part of. Positive ideas are heard regardless of seniority, ownership is encouraged, and there is a shared commitment to technical quality and continuous learning.



For someone who wants to keep growing professionally while working with people they respect, it is a rare environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

- Deliver cost planning and quantity surveying services on complex infrastructure projects
- Prepare estimates, feasibility assessments, cost forecasts and cost reports
- Advise clients on procurement strategy, tendering, contract selection and commercial risk
- Support delivery-phase cost management, including change and variation assessment
- Work closely with clients and project teams to resolve complex commercial issues
- Manage multiple assignments concurrently while maintaining consistently high technical standards
- Support and mentor junior colleagues, contributing positively to the wider team

WHAT YOU NEED

- Degree in Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline
- At least seven years of relevant cost management or commercial advisory experience
- Exposure to transport, civil infrastructure, resources or major engineering projects
- Strong estimating, cost planning and commercial management skills
- Familiarity with Australian standard forms of contract (e.g. AS4000, AS2124) and procurement models
- AIQS membership, or progress towards it, is highly regarded
- A confident communicator, curious learner and reliable team player

WHAT YOU’LL GET IN RETURN A salary of $180K–$200K, negotiable based on capability and experience. You will gain national exposure to major infrastructure projects, direct access to experienced Directors and real room to progress as the consultancy grows. This is a long-term career platform: a place to become a better professional while working with people you genuinely enjoy spending time with.

HOW TO APPLY For a confidential discussion, contact Mick Donaghy at GEDON™ Executive on [email protected], or apply directly with an updated CV via the Apply Now button.

All enquiries will be treated in the strictest confidence.

📌 Senior Cost Manager – Infrastructure (Brisbane)
🏢 Gedon™
📍 Brisbane