Board-facing role with genuine portfolio level impact About Our Client Our client is a fast-growing technology infrastructure developer operating across the Asia‑Pacific region. The organisation is recognised for pioneering energy‑efficient, mission‑critical digital infrastructure supporting large‑scale AI and cloud workloads. Job Description Portfolio Cost Leadership & Reporting Own portfolio‑level cost reporting across budget, commitments, forecast, contingency, and risk Implement auditable, executive‑ready dashboards suitable for board and investor reporting Translate complex cost data into clear strategic insights Commercial Strategy & Governance Define and embed a scalable cost management and governance framework Standardise commercial documentation, templates, and approval processes Ensure consistency in forecasting, escalation, and contingency assumptions Commercial Assurance & Oversight Review and challenge project cost plans, forecasts, variations, and final accounts Consolidate multi‑project QS data into concise portfolio‑level reports Identify emerging commercial risks and opportunities across the programme Benchmarking & Market Intelligence Establish cross‑project benchmarking to challenge assumptions Use market data to inform future development and investment strategy Risk, Contingency & Scenario Management Develop standard calculation methodologies for escalation, contingency, and cashflow Provide scenario analysis to support funding and delivery trade‑offs Vendor & Consultant Governance Review vendor and consultant invoices for contractual compliance Support resolution of commercial matters, variations, and claims Leadership & Continuous Improvement Drive improvements in systems, tools, and reporting as the platform scales Contribute to broader commercial initiatives supporting portfolio performance The Successful Applicant Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Engineering, Business, or similar Advanced qualification or professional certification (MBA, CPA, CMA, PMP, or equivalent) preferred 10-15 years' experience in cost leadership, FP&A, or commercial governance within large‑scale infrastructure or mission‑critical developments Strong understanding of data centre or complex infrastructure cost drivers and contractor behaviours Proven experience consolidating multi‑project data into portfolio‑level insights Confident communicator operating at both technical detail and board/executive level What's on Offer Senior, high‑impact leadership role in a rapidly scaling infrastructure platform Direct exposure to executive leadership and major capital deployment decisions Opportunity to shape commercial frameworks from early growth through maturity Sydney‑based role with long‑term strategic influence
