Cost Control Engineer

We are seeking a Cost Control Engineer to manage project costs, revenue forecasting, and client invoicing across international projects. The role includes bid-stage estimating, reviewing RFPs, and coordinating with finance teams. Multi-discipline knowledge in civil, mechanical, and electrical is preferred. Growth into senior roles is possible based on performance.

• Generate comprehensive project cost reports and analyses on a monthly basis to illustrate the financial status and progress of ongoing projects. Ensure accuracy and timeliness in reporting.
• Work closely with Project Managers and in-country Quantity Surveyors (QS) to gather necessary data for finalizing cost reports, claims, and variations. Facilitate regular meetings to discuss project finances and resolve discrepancies.
• Continuously assess the project scope of work to identify potential changes or deviations.
• Prepare detailed claims or variations when scope changes occur. Develop supporting documentation to justify these claims, ensuring all submissions to clients are clear and well-structured.
• Collaborate with the Head of FP&A to create accurate monthly revenue forecasts. Ensure forecasts are discussed and finalized with the Heads of Department (HOD), QS, and Project Managers to reflect realistic expectations based on current project performance.
• Promptly respond to any inquiries related to project costs, providing detailed explanations and analyses as needed to ensure transparency and understanding.
• Foster effective communication between project teams and finance departments to maintain alignment on financial objectives.
• Assist in developing cost estimates based on received requests for proposals (RFPs).
• Coordinate with other disciplines and take the lead in collecting and preparing final price proposals for further review by management.
• Strong understanding of project finance, budgeting, and cost management principles.
• Generate detailed bills of materials required for the project.

• Bachelor of Engineering (Civil) or Quantity Surveying or related field.
• Professional certification i.e. MRICS or PMP is an advantage.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in cost control and quantity surveying, preferably in a construction or engineering environment.
• Familiarity with project management tools and ERP systems
• Experience in working with large-scale projects across multiple countries is an advantage

If this describes you, then apply now, your next big adventure awaits!

For immediate consideration email an updated resume to

At RA, we want to create an inclusive workplace, where we embrace differences and diversity. We are always keen to see applications from individuals with different cultural, academic and professional backgrounds