Introduction

On behalf of our client, a Global Energy Company, Brunel is presently seeking x 2 Cost Controllers, to join the Offshore Project Services Team supporting a diverse portfolio of Offshore Energy projects. These will be 12 month contracts located in the heart of the Perth CBD.

What are you going to do 

Reporting to the Project Services Lead - Cost, you will support the delivery of cost control activities across a portfolio of offshore projects ensuring accurate forecasting, reporting and financial performance management throughout the project lifecycle.

  • Manage cost control activities across assigned offshore projects
  • Maintain project cost forecasts in line with approved procedures and project schedules
  • Prepare and manage Value of Work Done (VOWD), Estimate to Complete (ETC) and Estimate at Completion (EAC)
  • Coordinate monthly accruals, variance analysis and month-end reporting activities
  • Prepare and publish monthly cost reports and Power BI dashboards
  • Monitor contractor work packages and validate contractor invoices
  • Support contingency management and drawdown forecasting
  • Update and maintain project financials within the Prism cost control system
  • Support annual budget and Long-Term Planning processes
  • Partner with Project Managers and cross-functional stakeholders to provide cost reporting and analysis
  • Assist with audit activities and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Support project closeout activities relating to cost management

Essential skills and knowledge

  • Previous experience in Cost Control or Cost Engineering within Capital Projects
  • Exposure to Oil & Gas, Offshore, Drilling & Completions or major infrastructure projects will be highly regarded
  • Tertiary qualifications in Engineering, Finance, Business, Commercial or Construction Management
  • Understanding of project services and project contracting/procurement disciplines
  • Experience using SAP, Power BI and project cost systems such as Prism is preferred
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capability
  • Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills
  • Ability to develop management reports and presentations
  • A collaborative approach with strong interpersonal and team-building skills
  • Positive attitude, adaptability and willingness to learn

What we offer 

  • Excellent negotiable day rates!
  • Salary sacrificing
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Corporate discounts

About Brunel

Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.

Operating in Australasia since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 50 years of successful operation.

Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.

Do you have questions?

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the details of this role, please contact Mandy Hobbs,E: m.hobbs@brunel.net | Mb: 0413 434 050

Closing: 24 June 2026

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Process of your application

Application process & contact

We will now begin examining your application: We will take a close look at your application documents and ask you for additional information if necessary. If your qualifications match our requirements, we will invite you to meet us for the first time.

Project discussion with our customer

If the introductory meeting goes well for you and us, we will arrange a meeting with the customer who has the perfect project for you. This gives you the opportunity to find out more about the customer and the project.

The decision

If you enjoyed the project discussion and the customer is also convinced of your expertise, we will ask you the final and decisive question: Do you want to get started at Brunel?

Introductory conversation with Brunel

In an introductory meeting, we would like to find out more about your interests, ambitions and professional developments. At the same time, we report on working at Brunel and provide information about all career opportunities and prospects.

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