Cost Controller

We are seeking an experienced Project Cost Controller to provide specialist cost control and forecasting support across large, complex capital projects within heavy industrial environments.

This is a site-based role working closely with Project Managers, Planning, Procurement, Construction, and Finance teams to ensure robust cost governance and transparent reporting across the full project lifecycle.

Benefits

• Based in the Peel region
• Hourly rate plus superannuation
• Rolling 12‑month contract offering long-term stability
• Exposure to a variety of projects across the business
• Operating within a stable industry with a genuinely inclusive culture

Key Responsibilities 

• Establish and manage cost breakdown structures aligned to scope and schedule
• Monitor, analyse, and forecast project costs, commitments, and accruals
• Prepare accurate monthly cost reports, trend analysis, and variance explanations
• Track cost impacts from changes, risks, and opportunities
• Review and validate contractor claims and cost performance
• Support funding approvals, tendering activities, and project assurance reviews
• Contribute to project closeout, capitalisation, and post‑project reviews
• Apply and promote standardised cost control practices and continuous improvement

About You

• Degree qualified in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Project Management, or similar (or equivalent experience)
• Experience in project cost control within mining, refining, or heavy industrial capital projects
• Experience on large, multi‑disciplinary projects 
• Strong knowledge of cost governance, forecasting, and reporting frameworks
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with project cost management systems
• Confident communicator with the ability to present cost insights to senior stakeholders
• High regard for safety, compliance, and working to established standards

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.