Cost Control Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, update, and maintain project schedules using Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project.
• Monitor project progress and ensure activities are aligned with approved schedules and milestones.
• Track project budgets, commitments, expenditures, and forecasts to maintain effective cost control.
• Identify cost and schedule variances and provide recommendations to improve project performance.
• Support the implementation of Earned Value Management (EVM) techniques to measure project efficiency and productivity.
• Prepare weekly and monthly progress reports, dashboards, KPI reports, and management presentations.
• Assist project managers with forecasting, planning, resource allocation, and performance analysis.
• Coordinate closely with engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning teams to ensure smooth project execution.
• Participate in project review meetings and provide accurate project control information to stakeholders.
• Identify potential project risks and contribute to the development of mitigation and recovery plans.
• Support change management processes and evaluate the impact of project changes on cost and schedule.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures, client requirements, and project control standards.
• Guide and support junior team members while promoting best practices in project controls and cost management.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management, or a related field.
• 3 to 5 years of experience in Cost Control, Project Controls, Planning, or Scheduling within Oil & Gas EPC projects.
• Strong understanding of project planning, cost control, budgeting, forecasting, and project performance measurement.
• Hands‑on experience with Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, SAP, and Microsoft Excel.
• Good knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM), project risk management, and project lifecycle processes.
• Ability to analyse complex project data and present clear, practical recommendations.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced project environment and manage multiple priorities.

Candidates holding any of the following certifications will have an added advantage:

• PMP (Project Management Professional)
• PSP (Planning and Scheduling Professional)
• PRINCE2
• Earned Value Management (EVM) Certification
• PMI‑SP
• AACE Certifications