KBR, Inc

Cost Control Lead

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Adelaide, South Australia, AUS

In-Office

Senior level

Aerospace

The Role

Lead cost management across a large capital works portfolio: oversee cost control, forecasting, budgeting, reporting, and change control. Mentor cost controllers, analyze cost performance, advise senior leadership, drive continuous improvement, and ensure alignment of budgets, commitments, forecasts and project scope.

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Title:

Cost Control Lead

Cost Control Lead | Adelaide, SA

Lead Cost Performance Across Major Infrastructure Delivery

Working closely with Program Directors, Project Managers, Commercial teams and key stakeholders, you will provide strategic cost leadership and insights that enable informed decision-making and successful project outcomes.

The Opportunity:

As the Cost Control Lead, you will lead cost management activities across a large-scale capital works portfolio, ensuring robust cost controls, accurate forecasting and effective reporting processes are embedded throughout project delivery.

You will also play a key role in mentoring and developing cost control professionals while driving continuous improvement across systems, processes and reporting frameworks.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and mentor a team of Cost Controllers supporting a diverse portfolio of infrastructure projects
Oversee portfolio-wide cost control, forecasting, budgeting and reporting activities
Develop and maintain robust cost management processes, systems and governance frameworks
Analyse cost performance, identify trends and provide proactive recommendations to key stakeholders
Ensure alignment between budgets, commitments, forecasts and approved project scope
Lead month-end reporting and portfolio performance reviews
Provide strategic cost management advice to senior leadership and project teams
Manage change control processes to ensure cost and schedule baselines remain aligned with approved scope
Drive continuous improvement initiatives across reporting, analytics and project controls functions
Collaborate closely with project delivery, commercial, engineering and finance teams

About You:

You are a proven project controls or cost management professional with experience supporting large capital programs in infrastructure, utilities, engineering, defence, transport, mining or construction environments.

You will bring:

Relevant qualifications in Finance, Commerce, Business, Project Controls or a related discipline
Significant experience in cost control, project controls, commercial management or portfolio reporting
Strong understanding of project lifecycle cost management principles
Advanced analytical and financial reporting capabilities
Experience working across complex, multi-project environments
High proficiency with Microsoft Excel and project controls/reporting systems
Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills
Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to coach and develop teams
A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement

Why Join Us?

You’ll be part of a high‑performing Project Controls team delivering some of Australia’s most critical infrastructure and defence programs. KBR offers exposure to large, complex projects and the opportunity to work alongside experienced Project Managers and commercial leaders.

We support long‑term career growth through challenging assignments, global capability sharing, and a culture that values collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.

KBR Values:

Our KBR Values - We Value Our People, We Deliver, We Are People of Integrity, We Empower, We Are a Team of Teams - embody our people centric organisation.

Our culture, and our genuine focus on our people is a major factor in our success and we want you to be part of our journey. 

Help shape tomorrow by applying today!

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Skills Required

Relevant qualification in Finance, Commerce, Business, Project Controls or related discipline
Significant experience in cost control, project controls, commercial management or portfolio reporting
Experience supporting large capital programs in infrastructure, utilities, engineering, defence, transport, mining or construction
Strong understanding of project lifecycle cost management principles
Advanced analytical and financial reporting capabilities
High proficiency with Microsoft Excel and project controls/reporting systems
Experience working across complex, multi-project environments
Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills
Demonstrated leadership experience with ability to coach and develop teams
Proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement

KBR, Inc Compensation & Benefits Highlights

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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes medical, dental, and vision plans, supplemented by life insurance, mental wellness resources, and a resilience program. Multiple plan options and added wellbeing tools bolster the core offering.
Retirement Support — Retirement programs feature a 401(k) with employer matching contributions alongside additional savings options. An Employee Stock Purchase Plan complements long‑term financial benefits.
Flexible Benefits — Work-life programs provide flexible schedules with options for part-time, remote, and “superflex” arrangements coordinated with managers. These flexible arrangements help tailor benefits to role and personal needs.