About the Role This is a Fixed Term, Full Time 2 years Position. The Senior Manager – Cost Control, Finance & Contracts Admin is responsible for leading the development and maintenance of project budgets and forecasts through collaboration with project team members and finance departments. They actively participate in project and contract reviews to validate costs, identify risks, and understand variances, while also preparing regular cost control and accounting reports with supporting analysis.
To access the Position Description, please click here. Job Description Position Outcomes / Accountabilities Led the development and baselining of project budgets and forecasts via active engagement with the key project team members, finance department etc. Participated in monthly project and contract reviews in order to validate and update project actuals, accruals, and forecast cost to complete as well as identify risks and understand variances. Supervised Cost Control Team to ensure robust cost reports including assessing and recalculating of the Estimate To Complete (ETC) in order to establish the Estimate At Completion (EAC) based on the information collected and collated from responsible budget owners. Supervised the Procurement & Contracts Admin Team to ensure establishment and maintenance of Contract Management records, ensuring compliance with contractual terms, regular review and updating of existing contracts Key Selection Criteria To be successful in the role, the ideal candidate will be highly skilled in navigating political and organizational contexts, using formal and informal relationships to influence decision-making processes while ensuring adherence to ethical, legal, and organizational responsibilities. They will excel in critical thinking and problem-solving, addressing recurring issues with effective solutions and delivering tangible business outcomes. With a proven track record in project delivery, they will translate strategies into successful programs, establish robust governance frameworks, and ensure continuous improvement through innovative ideas and stakeholder feedback. Their technical capabilities in finance operations and systems, including managing finance information systems and providing reliable financial advice, will be crucial. Additionally, they will demonstrate proficiency in project and program governance, procurement analysis, and risk management, ensuring efficient and compliant operations while prioritizing and mitigating risks to meet organizational objectives.
Personal Attributes On a personal level, the candidate will be highly flexible and adaptable, finding innovative ways to deliver outcomes and having the courage to alter strategies when needed, even if significant effort has been invested. They will also be adept at working collaboratively, guiding others to foster a culture of teamwork, overcoming barriers to information sharing, and identifying opportunities for cross-team collaboration to achieve goals.
Qualifications and Experience Desirable Ability to arrange meetings, coordinate amongst stakeholders and track emerging governance issues A relevant tertiary qualification in project management, business management or public policy is highly regarded What we offer Meaningful work making Victorian communities m
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