Introduction

We are currently seeking an experienced Cost Analyst to join a leading project delivery team based in the Perth CBD, with occasional site travel. This role will report to the Senior Project Controls and is responsible for delivering proactive cost and change management support across a portfolio of major mining projects.

About this role

As a Cost Analyst, you will be in charge of overseeing cost control activities and ensuring the effective management of project budgets, forecasts, and reporting. You will work closely with contractors, project teams, and stakeholders to ensure accurate and timely cost information is provided to support project decision-making.

Duties:

Update and maintain cost management systems, including PayApp processing and invoice checking
Reconcile monthly costs between internal systems and SAP
Track and reconcile indirect costs including flights, accommodation, and timesheets
Ensure correct facility and commodity coding is applied
Raise Capital Appropriation Requests (CARs) and support RFAs and contract variations with cost data
Assist with monthly forecasting, trend analysis, and contingency management
Support capitalisation and raise project cost transfers as required
Manage and monitor the cost control shared mailbox
Provide detailed cost analysis and reporting, including commentary on variances and trends
Develop and update project cashflow forecasts
Ensure compliance with internal project control standards, systems, and procedures
Maintain data integrity across integrated project cost reports
Collaborate with planning, contracts, and estimating teams to assess change impacts
Communicate cost implications clearly to stakeholders and contribute to informed decision-making
Analyse and report changes against the Integrated Control (IC) or annual plan vs forecast
Provide technical cost support to internal project teams and stakeholders
Deliver independent assessments of project package progress and estimate at completion

Is this you?

Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Engineering, or Quantity Surveying
5 years of experience in project controls, cost analysis, or similar functions
Minimum 2 years' experience in a cost-focused role on a large project
Demonstrated experience working on large-scale mining projects, managing multiple project packages concurrently
Advanced skills in cost management systems and reporting software
High proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data validation and cross-checking across platforms
Experience with SAP, including cost data extraction and reconciliation
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and drive tasks to completion
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight reporting deadlines
Collaborative team player, comfortable engaging with stakeholders across all project levels
Valid Western Australian Manual Driver's Licence
Full Australian working rights
Ability to pass a National Police Check (NPC) and pre-employment medical

What we offer

Perth-based role, Monday to Friday, home every night
Ad hoc site visits as required
Work with a Tier One mining client on high-impact exploration and operations
Personalised guidance throughout the recruitment process
Salary sacrificing options available
Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Corporate discounts across a range of services

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 and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 45 years of successful operation.

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