CPB Contractors is the CIMIC Group’s construction company and a leading international construction contractor, with operations across Australia, New Zealand and Papua New Guinea. 

Combining the expertise and track record formerly delivered by Leighton Contractors and Thiess, we specialise in project delivery spanning all key sectors of the construction industry including roads, rail, tunnelling, building and Defence.

Our Mission is to generate sustainable returns for our shareholders by delivering projects for our clients, while providing safe, rewarding, and fulfilling careers for our people.

We value people who are talented, motivated, and disciplined with a strong work ethic that drives them to succeed.

The Project

The project is in the Defence sector on sites located in regional Western Australia. The overall project is more than 2 years in duration, involving significant construction upgrades to airfield asphalt pavements and related infrastructure assets.

Your Opportunity

Reporting to the Commercial Director, we are looking for an experienced Senior Cost Manager to oversee the financial performance of large-scale remote construction project.  You will be responsible for budget control, budget preparation and budget changes, end of month reporting, preparation of month end financial reports, month end accruals, management of key subcontractor payment claims, commercial management of asphalt works, preparation of client progress claim including escalation analysis, review of earned value analysis of work packages. The ideal candidate will have a background in civil engineering, subcontract works, and self-delivery works on large-scale construction projects.

Minimum Requirements

• Proven experience as a Senior Cost Manager, ideally on a large-scale construction project.
• 15 years’ experience
• Degree in Quantity Surveying, or related field.
• Possess strong mathematical and computer skills, proficient with all MS Office products (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Strong organisational, interpersonal skills
• Exceptional attention to detail with ability to recognise discrepancies.
• A pro-active approach with the capability to adapt to changing priorities.
• Strong knowledge of cost management principles, estimating and budgeting processes.
• Proficiency in cost management software and tools (Power BI, excel and bespoke packages)
• Excellent analytical, financial forecasting, and reporting skills.
• Strong stakeholder management with the ability to lead discussions on project costs.
• Experience in Defence and airfield project delivery is highly regarded.
• Ability to meet Department of Defence security clearance requirements (DCAC)

We particularly welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, women, the LGBTQ+ community, mature workers, Veterans and active-duty armed forces, people with disabilities and people from different cultural backgrounds. CPB Contractors is proud to hold the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) Citation - Employer of Choice for Gender Equality.

 We’re always looking for ways to make CPB Contractors a more rewarding place to work and offer a unique set of benefits, including:

• A rewarding career where we support your development, training and promote from within.
• Opportunities across all construction sectors so that there is always an opportunity suitable for the next stage in your career.
• Competitive remuneration and excellent benefits including a health and wellbeing program, discount portal and company-funded salary continuance insurance.
• Flexible work arrangements and a culture that values diversity and innovation.

If you are interested in this role and meet the above requirements, please apply below.

All Candidates shortlisted for this position will be asked to consent to a national police check and/or financial history check. Please note that the presence of a criminal record will not automatically exclude a Candidate from the recruitment process. Each application will be considered on its merits.

Please note: This role is being sourced through CPB Contractors directly and we will not accept applications via external recruitment agencies.