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Cost Manager
Company: Department for infrastructure and Transport
Job Description:
The Opportunity
The Cost Manager provides specialist advice and leadership in managing budget and cost risks across a portfolio of government building projects. Working in partnership with lead agencies, the role supports the delivery of social infrastructure outcomes through effective cost planning, risk analysis and governance. The position contributes to consistent standards, value for money and the minimisation of cost impacts for Government assets
About you
You are a collaborative professional who works effectively with staff and stakeholders to deliver quality outcomes and support continuous improvement. You demonstrate initiative, sound judgement and the ability to plan, prioritise and meet deadlines under limited direction. You communicate clearly and succinctly, apply strong analytical skills and build productive partnerships to achieve service delivery and performance objectives.
Educational Qualifications / Licences
- Appropriate degree in Building, Quantity Surveying or Construction Management accredited or recognised by the Australian Institute of Quantity Surveyors.
- Special Conditions
- A National Police Check (NPC) is required prior to employment in the Department for Infrastructure and Transport which must be renewed every three years.
- May be assigned to an area where the role is classified as a position of trust. A satisfactory criminal history / record check in line with departmental policies and procedures may be required.
- Some out of hours and weekend work, along with some intra/interstate travel requiring overnight stays, may be required.
- A current Drivers Licence is essential.
Additional Information:
The Department for Infrastructure and Transport plays a vital role connecting people and places in South Australia by managing roads, marine and public transport networks across the State, and builds and maintains the State-owned infrastructure that enables the delivery of essential and important government services to our community.
The Department for Infrastructure and Transport is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture across the department, planning for and promoting diversity and culturally safe workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from diverse community groups and ages including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities and other diversity groups. The Department recognises the benefits that such an approach brings for our staff and customers in delivering the future of South Australia.
As a WE’RE EQUAL organisation we are committed to treating everyone equally, proudly promoting our department, and all its spaces as safe places for everybody.
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
The position is based in the Adelaide CBD.
How To Apply
Application Instructions:
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Enquiries
Cameron Ridley
Principal Cost Manager
Email: cameron.ridley@sa.gov.au
Application Instructions
Applicants are required to submit a curriculum vitae and a cover letter of no more than two pages addressing the selection criteria in the role statement.
Phone: +61435193810
Email: cameron.ridley@sa.gov.au