Senior Cost & Forecast Controller

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 41,500 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges, including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.

Benefits

• Friendly, inclusive and supportive team environment
  
• Excellent career progression opportunities with a growing global business
  
• Join a VIC Big Build Project The M80 Ring Road
  
• Competitive Salary Commensurate with experience + Bonus

The Project
The M80 Ring Road Alliance (comprising ACCIONA, MACA, and AECOM) has been selected to design and construct the M80 Ring Road Completion.

The project will deliver a major upgrade of the M80 Ring Road between the M80-Plenty Road interchange and the North East Link tunnel entrance at Watsonia, providing a seamless connection to North East Link. Works includes the construction of 14 kilometres of new lanes, bulk earthworks, retaining walls, bridge structures, rail interface works, intelligent transport systems, urban design and landscaping. This diverse and challenging project will be complete in 2028.

Key accountabilities for the position

• Support Project Managers with progress claim assessment, pricing schedule
  
• Development, tender evaluation, contractor change assessment and contract financial close out.
  
• Consolidate and produce monthly reports for projects in conjunction with the Project team.
  
• Produce monthly tracking information against budget to meet Finance Team requirements.
  
• Finance in conjunction with Planner and Project Manager and Project
  
• Participate in Project and Program monthly report reviews
  
• Support development of standard cost control procedures, guidelines, templates, coding etc. to allow consistent cost management and reporting across the cost control team and support compliance to the standards.
  
• Create and maintain project cost reports projects throughout the project lifecycle.
  
• Assist optimisation of portfolio level reporting by integrating the common work breakdown structure, coding, forecasting methods etc. across projects
  
• Assist Project Managers in decision making by constantly monitoring budget and expenditure changes, as well as providing regular updates of project statusContribute to the continuous improvement of processes and delivery across the Alliance
  

Skills & experience required

• A tertiary education background in Finance/Accounting, Engineering/Construction or similar
• Highly effective communication & influencing skills
• Extensive experience performing in a similar role ideally in the construction, energy, oil and gas, or mining industries
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced team orientated environment with excellent attention to detail

What we offer

• At ACCIONA, we offer a dynamic and challenging work environment where our employees can grow and develop their careers. We provide opportunities for professional development, and our team members are encouraged to bring new ideas and approaches to their work. Our company is dedicated to fostering a culture of inclusiveness and respect where every employee feels valued and supported.
• As an equal opportunity employer, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. With global projects that prioritize innovative solutions, be part of a team that impacts communities worldwide. Discover Acciona careers and build a legacy.

If you are ready to make a meaningful contribution and grow within a renowned organization, apply now to become a valued member of the ACCIONA team.