Senior Cost Analyst | Infrastructure
On-site · Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia
Job Summary
Senior Cost Analyst responsible for end-to-end cost management for infrastructure projects, performing detailed cost analyses and reporting, delivering cost intelligence through analytics tools and processes, providing cost estimating/assurance across project lifecycles, and collaborating within a centralized PMO while maintaining relationships with client stakeholders. The role requires applying benchmarking and parametric scaling to drive efficiencies, contributing to knowledge management, seeking opportunities to develop new business with existing clients, and complying with SOX controls and Turner & Townsend’s management systems. A degree in Construction Management or Engineering and Chartered status with AIQS or RICS or equivalent are required, along with 7+ years of cost analysis/cost management experience and strong data interpretation, understanding of project lifecycles for infrastructure assets, procurement methods, value engineering, business development capabilities, and excellent communication skills. Title suggests Senior level responsibilities with a focus on cost analytics, client service, and cross-functional collaboration.
Required Qualifications
- Degree in Construction Management or Engineering
- Achievement of Chartered status with AIQS or RICS or equivalent recognized body
- 7+ years cost analyst and/or cost management experience, preferably in a private practice or construction organization
- Strong ability and attention to detail to interpret financial data, identify trend and provide actionable insights
- Experience with cost estimating and/or cost management for infrastructure assets
- Knowledge of value engineering
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management
- Proficiency in cost analytics tools and procurement methods
- Business development experience with existing clients
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and analytics tools
- SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role and must be adhered to where applicable
- Health & Safety, Environmental and Quality Management awareness
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