Introduction

The Cost Lead will take full ownership of project cost control, budget management, forecasting, and commercial reporting for site-based mining infrastructure and capital project works. Reporting to project leadership, this role ensures rigorous financial governance, early identification of cost variances, strict change management control, and transparent cash flow alignment across multi-disciplinary site operations and contractor packages.

What are you going to do 

  • Budget & Cost Control Management: Establish, maintain, and monitor project cost baselines, Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), and Cost Breakdown Structures (CBS) across site projects.

  • Cost Forecasting & Variance Analysis: Perform continuous cost-to-complete (CTC), estimate at completion (EAC), and variance analyses against approved budgets, providing early warnings on potential budget overruns.

  • Contractor Commercial & Valuation Oversight: Review contractor progress claims, payment certificates, variations, and commercial claims to ensure strict alignment with contract terms and verified site progress.

  • Change Management & Variation Control: Implement and govern a disciplined change management framework, auditing trend notifications, potential variation orders (PVOs), and budget reallocation requests.

  • Earned Value & Cash Flow Integration: Work closely with the Planning Lead to integrate cost reporting with physical progress (Earned Value Management) and maintain accurate cash flow forecasts.

  • Executive Financial Reporting: Deliver clear monthly cost dashboards, financial accruals, commitment tracking, and risk exposure reports for executive client leadership.

Essential skills and knowledge

  • Education: Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying, Finance/Accounting, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.

  • Total Experience: 8-10+ years of total experience in cost engineering, cost control, or quantity surveying within heavy industrial, remote construction, or major mining projects.

  • Leadership Experience: Minimum 5 years in a Lead or Managerial capacity overseeing cost control teams and managing large capital project budgets ($50M+ USD portfolio experience preferred).

  • Technical Software: Advanced proficiency in cost control software (Prism, SAP, or proprietary cost management systems) and advanced Excel financial modeling.

  • Site Adaptability: Proven track record working in remote, FIFO environments with complex logistical and contractor operational setups.

  • Language Proficiency: Business-fluent English and Bahasa Indonesia (written and spoken).

What we offer 

  • Global Network and Professional Community: As part of the Brunel family, you will join a vast network of professionals and experts across industries, fostering connections that help you thrive in your career.
  • Commitment to Safety and Excellence: We prioritize safety and operational excellence. In this role, you will play a key part in upholding our safety standards, working closely with the team to ensure a hazard-free and efficient operation.
  • Competitive Salary Package: A highly competitive salary that reflects your experience and skills, designed to motivate and reward top-tier talent like yourself.

Closing: 21 October 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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