Project Cost Controller - 261354 UGL is a diversified services company delivering critical assets and essential services that sustain and enhance the environment in which we live. Our capabilities extend across a broad range of services and whole-of-life solutions for diverse industries, utilising world leading, sustainable and innovative technologies.We partner with some of the world's largest blue-chip companies, government agencies, private enterprise, and public institutions. Career progression & a long term opportunity of making an impact with a high performing, collaborative and professional team are just some of the benefits that UGL Transport will offer you.Who Is UGL Regional Linx? UGLRL is a wholly owned subsidiary of UGL. We are headquartered in Orange, NSW and operate several regional depots throughout the state. UGLRL is committed to creating and maintaining job opportunities for people in regional and rural communities. More than 80% of our UGLRL workforce is located along the CRN. Our workforce understands what it means to be regional and is committed to the needs of our customers, passengers and communities.The CRN – Country Regional Network ensures the safe movement of people and goods throughout the regions of NSW, and links Sydney to many of the State's important regional centres. UGLRL is proud to be entrusted with the operations and maintenance of this important piece of rail infrastructure.Job Purpose The Project Cost Controller will be responsible for overseeing and managing the financial aspects of all projects associated with CRN. This role involves monitoring project budgets, tracking expenses, analyzing cost variances, and ensuring that all financial aspects align with the project objectives.The Project Cost Controller will collaborate closely with Planning and Assurance, Asset and Engineering, Infrastructure delivery and project managers, Finance, and other stakeholders to provide accurate and timely financial information, enabling informed decision-making throughout the lifecycle of all projects.Key Responsibilities Maintain and monitor project budgets, ensuring they align with the approved project scope, cost estimate, and objectives. Regularly review and update budgets as required by the CRN control processes.Prepare accurate and timely project financial reports, including cost forecasts, cash flow analysis, and variance reports. Present findings to stakeholders and project managers.Work closely with the Project Control Officer and Senior Management to provide meaningful financial and analytical data and analysis to assist with strategic decision making.Drive a culture of cost reduction, margin maximisation and effective working capital management.Manage project invoicing, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to contractual terms. Coordinate with clients and internal teams for billing processes.Manage the processing and verification of supply chain invoices, purchase orders, and expense reports. Coordinate with vendors and internal departments for invoice reconciliation and approval.Support the change management process ensuring that scope, schedule, and cost changes are accounted for and approved by responsible stakeholders.Develop strong and collaborative relationships with the key stakeholders (client and UGL) to ensure effectiveness of communication and resolution of issues.Qualifications Formal Qualifications in accounting, commerce, engineering or an equivalent related field (project experience in similar role will be considered).Experience in SAP Financial Management preferred.Experience working with Projects and Operations & Maintenance contracts.Proficient in handling contract margin improvements, labour rates, capital expenditure, cost control, project controls, risk management.Experience in delivering insightful reporting analytics and financial/commercial information to manage business risks and opportunities.About Us UGL is well-known and respected for providing end-to-end engineering, construction, and maintenance services within rail and transport, communications and technology systems, oil and gas, power, renewables and resources, water and defence markets. UGL partners with some of the world's largest blue-chip companies and government agencies, private enterprises and public institutions. We are a member of the CIMIC Group of companies.At UGL, we value diversity – in the backgrounds, ideas, work styles and perspectives of our team. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourage people with disability, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, mature aged workers and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.Please note that relevant screening checks will be conducted as part of the recruitment process. These may include a national criminal history check and for you to undergo pre-employment medical assessment including drug and alcohol screen.Ref:261354DisciplineProject ControllerPrimary LocationAustralia-NSW-Blue Mountains & Central WestWork TypeFull-time #J-18808-Ljbffr