The Victorian Health Building Authority (VHBA) is responsible for the rollout of the Victorian Government's multi-billion-dollar health capital projects. We're delivering world-class health facilities across Victoria including new public hospitals and emergency care, community health services, ambulance branches, residential aged care and mental health facilities. VHBA also provides technical support across engineering, property, asset management and environmental sustainability disciplines.

The Opportunity:   

The Cost Controller will support the cost management and reporting of multiple projects including High Value and High-Risk projects in the Health Capital Program (HCP). Reporting to Senior Cost Controller, the Cost Controller will support and actively involved in the cost planning, controlling, systems & governance and successful delivery of VHBA program of works. As a Cost Controller, you will be working with the Project Controls and HCP delivery team in a matrix setting ensuring VHBA is meeting ongoing internal and external progress monitoring and reporting requirements and providing support for the Project Team.

• Contribute for all aspects of project cost control including allocating budgets, reporting cost deviations, cash flow reporting, cost forecasting and change management
• Support the development of business cases, to provide the State with an accurate project cost estimate
• Operate the Project Controls System to ensure Cost Control systems and procedures are implemented in accordance with established procedures

We are looking for:  

• Knowledge of Cost Control principles including cost forecast, budgeting, cashflow and reporting requirements
• Experience in critically reviewing cost data and strong analytical capability to understand complex and technical issues and effective advice to management
• High degree of competency with various systems such as cost planning, finance, information management systems and MS office.
• Previous experience of large building or infrastructure projects, preferably health infrastructure projects and/or multidisciplinary projects in a similar role and a relevant tertiary degree such as Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Construction, Cost Management or in a related field are required.

To learn more about the opportunity and view the full requirements please download a copy of the Position Description.   

Interested in working with VHBA?  

Please click the “Apply” button to submit a copy of your resume and a cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.  

We don't want you to miss out! Please only apply for this position via the “Apply” button as emailed applications will not be considered.  

Applications close 11.59pm on 27^th of January.  

If you require any adjustment to the recruitment and selection process or need an alternative format to any of the application material, please contact VHBA.recruitment@health.vic.gov.au  

Further information:  

Want to know more about VHBA? Check out our website and LinkedIn.   

VHBA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a values-led, diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe our teams should represent the diversity of our communities in which we work, and we actively embrace and celebrate people from all walks of life.  

All prospective employees undergo a National Criminal Records Check. You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Preferred candidates will be subject to pre-employment checks including, but not limited to, police checks, reference checks, qualification checks and role related clearances.