Cost Planner

Roberts is an international construction company headquartered in Sydney, NSW, with a global presence in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC).

Forged from an Australian construction icon, Roberts Co embodies over 70 years of construction innovation, quality and delivery performance. Underpinned by the financial strength and global reach of our parent, Arada, we access and apply international best practise and global insights into everything we do.

We see opportunities to do things differently. We build a better way.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Cost Planner to join at a time of significant growth and expansion. Working alongside experienced project teams across high-rise residential, commercial, health and education projects, you’ll have the opportunity to work on a diverse, high-quality project portfolio while developing your skills and career with a tier 1 builder.

As a Cost Planner you will:

• Record and maintain cost and program data from tender submissions, ensuring it's accessible for future bids and shared with bid team members
• Build strong working relationships with subcontractor partners, creating opportunities for them to convert on successful tenders
• Assist in preparing detailed, accurate, and timely cost plans for projects, while contributing relevant insight into tender review meetings
• Evaluate alternative program, material, labour, and budget solutions priced by subcontractors, liaising with other tender teams on impacts to their work
• Foster productive collaboration across the cost planning team, project teams, and internal/external stakeholders, including participating in tender handovers and project review meetings

What will make you stand out?

• Experience working across high rise residential and/or commercial, education and health projects
• Experience managing tenders independently on projects above $100million in value
• Proven experience of positive relationships with subcontractors and trade partners
• Excellent attention to detail when preparing cost plans under tight tender deadlines
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills
• Relevant tertiary qualification in Economics, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or similar

Why work with us?

We offer the chance to be part of a growing company delivering high-profile, major projects with long-term career potential. At Roberts Co, we prioritise work-life balance through benefits like competitive paid parental leave and our Flee@3 program, giving you the flexibility to finish early one day a week.

Your wellbeing matters to us. We provide an Employee Assistance Program, two Wellbeing Days each year, and a culture that supports your personal and professional growth. We actively encourage further education and qualifications to help you advance your career.

We’re committed to building an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives. If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and our People team will work with you confidentially to ensure the right support.