Project Cost Control Engineer

Alltype Engineering specialises inthe delivery ofInstrument/ Electrical work in the Energy and Resources sectors. We currently have projects throughout Western Australia and are looking for multiple candidates to join our team.

Our core business is in Oil & Gas, Water, Power Generation, Infrastructure, Mining, Resources, Utility, Petrochemical and Defence industries, in both the private and public sectors.

As aCost Controls Engineer , you’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring the financial success of our gas construction projects. Your expertise will drive efficient cost management, accurate budget tracking, and informed decision-making. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and are passionate about optimizing Project Costs, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

• Develop Cash Flows: Create detailed cash flow projections and collaborate with the Accounting department to ensure accurate invoicing and accounting.
• Monitor overhead costs: Provide real time feedback to the PM and Site Manager about non-reimbursable expenses, and budget allocations for CAPEX, consumables and other costs.
• Review Project Cost Coding: Identify any anomalies and flag for review by Project Manager ensuring costs are correctly allocated.
• Claim Preparation: Develop claims to client using information form out ERP, timesheets and equipment Schedules, collate receipts and submit.
• Budget Variance Tracking: Monitor project budgets and cost codes, comparing them against initial estimates.
• Project Status Reporting: Manage the Project Status Report for projects, reviewing reports with the Project Manager and COO.
• Change Order Management: Review and analyse project change orders.
• Contract Modification: Oversee the Contract Modification process within our project management system
• Project Cashflow Analysis: Regularly review project cashflow reports with project teams.
• Cost Control Systems: Assist in developing and maintaining robust Cost Control systems to provide accurate financial information to project and company management.

• Education: Bachelor’s or University Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Science, Finance, Business/Management, Finance/Accounting, Construction, Business/Administration, or Accounting.
• Certifications: Preferred certifications include CCP (Certified Cost Professional) and AACEI (Association for the Advancement of Cost Engineering International).
• Skills:
  • Proficiency in ERP systems especially Pronto and Synchro.
  • Strong understanding of diversified controls engineering systems.
  • Excel wizardry.
  • Familiarity with procurement processes.
  • Experience with Primavera P6.
• Experience:
  • Advanced degree or professional registration is a plus.
  • Ability to assist the Project Manager in Time & Cost Management of Projects.
  • Proficiency in Primavera P6.
  • Skilled in monitoring project progress, identifying delays, and managing over-budget situations.

The position offers challenging work, the ability to directly influence outcomes as well as career development prospects within an expanding company.

Recruitment Agency and Labour Hire companies are not required to fulfil this role at this time.