Cost Engineer & Reporting (Brisbane Grove)

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Relocation Authorized: None Telework Type: Part-Time Telework Work Location: Brisbane, QLD Project Overview The Eva Copper Mine Project is a greenfield resource poised to become the largest current mine in Queensland, Australia. The project is located in Cloncurry on the traditional lands of the Kalkadoon people and is owned by Harmony, a global gold and copper mining and development company. Bechtel is delivering Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) services for the Eva Copper Process Plant and Non-Process Infrastructure. Job Summary The Cost Engineer and Reporting position integrates cost engineering principles with data analytics and business intelligence. The role supports project and functional leadership by developing automated dashboards, enhancing cost reporting accuracy, and enabling data-driven decision-making across the project lifecycle. Major Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain project budgets, forecasts, and cost control systems.
- Perform cost variance analysis and support contingency management.
- Integrate cost with schedule and progress measurement.
- Ensure compliance with corporate and client cost management procedures.
- Design and develop interactive Power BI dashboards for cost, schedule, and performance metrics.
- Build data models using DAX and Power Query.
- Automate reporting processes by integrating data from ERP, EcoSys, SAP, Primavera P6, and Excel.
- Develop predictive and trend analytics to support proactive decision-making.
- Standardise reporting templates and KPI definitions across projects.
- Ensure data governance, quality, and validation controls.
- Identify opportunities for automation and reporting optimisation.
- Support implementation of digital tools within the Project Controls function.
- Develop data pipelines and structured datasets for enterprise reporting.
- Contribute to development of Power BI standards and governance frameworks. Education and Experience Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, Construction Management, Finance, or related discipline.
- 5+ years of experience in Cost Engineering within EPC, EPCM, or PMC projects.
- Advanced proficiency in Power BI (DAX, data modelling, dashboard design).
- Strong understanding of Earned Value Management (EVM).
- Experience integrating cost and schedule data; Primavera P6 knowledge desirable. Required Knowledge and Skills
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
- Ability to communicate complex data insights to non‑technical stakeholders.
- Attention to detail and data accuracy.
- Stakeholder engagement and communication.
- Continuous improvement mindset.
- Ability to translate data into strategic insights.
- Strong organisational and time‑management skills.
- Experience in Mining & Metals or large infrastructure projects preferred.
- Exposure to AI‑enabled analytics tools.
- Experience with enterprise reporting systems. Work Rights Working Rights in Australia without employer sponsorship are required. Diversity and Equal Opportunity Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status, protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants with a disability requiring reasonable accommodation may contact #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rvrc8