Cost Engineer

Thiess Pty Ltd

Mt Isa, Queensland, Australia
On-site
Project cost control procedures
Cost management and reporting
Advanced excel including vba
Thiess is seeking a Cost Engineer to join a high-performing team at the Eva Copper Mine Project supporting cost management and reporting in a fast-paced construction environment

Job Summary

  • Thiess is seeking a Cost Engineer to join a high-performing team at the Eva Copper Mine Project supporting cost management and reporting in a fast-paced construction environment.
  • The role offers a 14 days on, 7 days off roster with FIFO from Brisbane or Townsville and ongoing employment with Thiess through to October 2027.
  • Thiess is committed to creating a safe, inclusive workplace with ongoing training, career growth opportunities, and health and well-being programs.

Matching Summary

Thiess is seeking a Cost Engineer to join a high-performing team at the Eva Copper Mine Project supporting cost management and reporting in a fast-paced construction environment.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Project cost control procedures
  • Cost management and reporting
  • Advanced Excel including VBA
  • Experience with JDE, Primavera P6, Prism
  • Site-based construction experience
  • Change management processes
  • Strict deadline and reporting cycles

Nice-to-have

  • Strong analytical skills
  • Confident communication
  • Collaboration and mentorship culture
  • Exposure to Power BI
  • Indigenous workforce development
  • Sustainable mining practices
  • Inclusive and diverse workplace

Key Requirements

  • 3–5 years project cost control experience
  • Formal qualifications in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, Engineering or related
  • Previous site-based construction experience
  • Working knowledge of Australian Standard contracts

Work Rights

Not specified

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