Alliance Cost Manager (High Capacity Signalling)

At Alstom, we build what millions depend on daily - rail transportation systems that can't afford to fail. We're more than 85,000 people worldwide creating the industry's most diverse portfolio: high-speed trains, metros, trams, maintenance services and integrated systems.

As the Alliance Cost Manager in Perth, for the High Capacity Signalling Project, this is a senior level opportunity to lead the design and development of cost management strategies for a complex rail project for WA.

Main tasks :

• Establish and manage Work Package (WP) governance across the Alliance, including monthly WP performance reviews.
• Partner with WP Owners to challenge costs, identify savings opportunities, and drive commercial outcomes.
• Develop and monitor key project controls metrics, including Total Outturn Cost (TOC), Estimate at Completion (EAC), and Earned Value performance.
• Deliver accurate cost forecasting, reporting, and financial insights to support informed decision-making.
• Collaborate with engineering, procurement, and project delivery teams to optimise project performance.
• Drive continuous improvement through innovative cost control practices, digital tools, and best-practice project controls.
• Promote knowledge sharing and capability development across Alliance partners and internal stakeholders.

You’ll work with sharp, committed teams across Altom — solving complex challenges that shape the future of mobility.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Finance, Business, or related field.
• +8 years’ experience in financial reporting and cost management within major infrastructure projects.
• Expertise in cost estimation, financial modeling, and project controls software.
• Strong understanding of alliance contracting, risk management, and value engineering.
• Proven leadership, stakeholder engagement, and strategic decision-making skills.

Important to note

As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 70+ countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.

An agile, inclusive and responsible culture is the foundation of our company where diverse people are offered excellent opportunities to grow, learn and advance in their careers. We are committed to encouraging our employees to reach their full potential, while valuing and respecting them as individuals. We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with disability and other minority groups to apply.

We recognise that embracing flexibility & inclusivity is the smarter way of working. Please speak with us about your individual needs or if any workplace adjustments are required. If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process please email: ••••@alstomgroup.com.

For internal applicants, please ensure you confirm your eligibility to apply with your Supervisor and relevant Human Resources representative prior to submitting an application.

As part of the application process, you will be required to undergo pre-employment reference and medical checks, including drug and alcohol testing.

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