Project Cost Controller (Sunshine Coast Regional)

Queensland Hydro is a publicly owned entity established to deliver long‑duration pumped hydro energy storage assets that support Queensland's transition to a reliable, affordable and sustainable energy system. In June 2025, oversight of Queensland Hydro was transferred to Queensland Investment Corporation (QIC). Queensland Hydro works closely with QIC, the Queensland Government and other stakeholders to deliver a commercial assessment of the Borumba Pumped Hydro Energy Storage project. At Queensland Hydro, you will find a purpose‑driven organisation committed to transforming Queensland's energy landscape. Our mission is clear: we harness the power of water to secure the state's energy future. Guided by our core values – We care , We Collaborate , and We Deliver . As the Project Cost Controller , you will play a vital role in shaping a sustainable energy future for Queensland, delivering impactful solutions that benefit our communities and the environment. What You’ll Do We are seeking a Project Cost Controller who will be responsible for maximising business outcomes by effectively controlling and monitoring project costs and forecasting against budgets. You will provide analytical oversight, support, and guidance to project management on matters related to cost management. Your key responsibilities will be:
- Assist with monthly cost performance monitoring and reporting for relevant control accounts, including variance analysis and advise relevant stakeholders on cost risks and appropriate resolutions.
- Work closely with key stakeholders to monitor and control project budget utilisation, conduct analysis and provide insights, identify opportunities for reductions in project costs.
- Ensure commitments are raised and allocated to the relevant control account and the required delegations and obtained.
- Monitor the allocation of actual project costs to the relevant control account.
- Produce risk‑assessed detailed project cost forecasts including the capture of changes and trends. Profile cost forecasts across the full lifecycle of the works.
- Ensure accurate accounting records are backed by suitable documentation as required by legislation and best practice.
- Ensure cost control activities are in accordance with the PMO Frameworks and Guidelines. Who You Are To be successful in this position, you will have formal qualifications in Engineering, Finance or Accounting, Construction or Commerce or a relevant professional qualification within program and project cost management. Your 5 yrs plus experience in the establishment of program baseline cost plans including risk and contingency allocations on major infrastructure projects will ensure your success.
- Experience in monitoring, controlling, and reporting on program budgets within major project or program (PMO) environments.
- Ability to prepare and report on key program and project milestones.
- Ability to oversee contractor reports and highlight non‑compliance.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to drive inputs from project and corporate stakeholders.
- Versatile to travel to site and project office on ad‑hoc basis.
- Contruent (PRISM G2) (preferred) or any equivalent cost management system. Why Queensland Hydro? Our benefits package includes a 12.75% superannuation contribution, health and wellbeing initiatives such as Fitness Passport and discounted health insurance, 14 weeks of paid parental leave, and salary packaging options. Desired Skills and Experience
- Analytical oversight
- Project costs
- Baseline cost plans Queensland Hydro is committed to providing a work environment that embraces and supports equity and cultural inclusion, safety and security and is free from discrimination, sexual harassment and bullying. For additional information please email enquiries to #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rwiey