Project Cost Controller
AXR Recruitment & Search ·www.axr.com.au
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
Join a well-established large construction business with a strong reputation across commercial, transport and infrastructure projects, known for delivering complex builds with a collaborative and people-first approach. With significant industry presence, the business continues to secure landmark projects and offers long-term career growth.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are seeking an experienced and commercially driven Project Cost Controller / Contract Administrator to join a high-performing team delivering complex construction and infrastructure projects. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with strong financial acumen, project controls capability, and the ability to partner closely with operational teams to drive accurate forecasting, reporting, and commercial outcomes
RESPONSIBILITIES
Join a well-established large construction business with a strong reputation across commercial, transport and infrastructure projects, known for delivering complex builds with a collaborative and people-first approach. With significant industry presence, the business continues to secure landmark projects and offers long-term career growth.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are seeking an experienced and commercially driven Project Cost Controller / Contract Administrator to join a high-performing team delivering complex construction and infrastructure projects. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with strong financial acumen, project controls capability, and the ability to partner closely with operational teams to drive accurate forecasting, reporting, and commercial outcomes
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage project forecasting, accruals, cash flow, variance analysis, and monthly financial reporting.
- Analyse project costs and performance to identify risks, trends, and cost-saving opportunities.
- Prepare accurate financial reports while ensuring compliance with company policies and controls.
- Review subcontractor accruals, budgets, cost reallocations, and maintain project financial systems.
- Partner with project and commercial teams to challenge forecasts and support key decisions.
- Support audits, governance, and continuous improvement across project financial processes.
- Minimum 5+ years experience in Cost Controls
- QS/Contract Admin/Project/Cost background
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills is a must have.
- High attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
- Sound understanding of compliance, governance, and industry standards within project environments.
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The Project Cost Controller role with AXR Recruitment & Search is based in Sydney, NSW, AU.
Is the Project Cost Controller role full-time or contract?
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