Cost Control Engineer

ArchirodonGroup; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international EPC contractor in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Cost Control Engineer to enhance their team. The successful candidate will support project cost procedures, manage budgets, and analyze cost performance. Applicants should possess a degree in Engineering along with 5 years of experience in the construction industry, particularly in EPC Oil & Gas projects. Ideal candidates will be fluent in English and able to thrive in stressful environments. Enjoy a fulfilling role within a dynamic multinational organization that values its employees.

Benefits

Expat package

Dynamic international working environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ relevant experience in the construction industry at a similar level.
• Experience in EPC Oil & Gas Projects with direct involvement in Engineering, Procurement, and Construction.
• Previous employment with leading EPC contractors is highly preferable.

Responsibilities

• Support drafting of project-specific Cost Control Procedures.
• Prepare cost estimates for variations and claims including indirect and direct costs.
• Monitor project actual costs, determine and analyze cost variances.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Operational mindset

Ability to perform under stress

Education

University degree in Engineering

Job description

Company Description

Archirodon, having earned its reputation as a reliable and respected international contractor for more than a half century in the Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) market, continues to create value to its stakeholders by executing complex EPC projects worldwide, in recognition of its superior standards of performance.

Job Description

We are constantly growing and are currently looking for a One(1) Cost Control Engineer to join a top qualified and knowledgeable team of Engineers in one of our Project in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

Would you like to be part of a dynamic EPC leader with global presence? We’d like to meet you.

Join our worldwide journey. Build on something that matters!

What you will need to do:

• Supports drafting of project-specific Cost Control Procedures.
• Supports preparation of Cost Breakdown Structure (CBS) in accordance with Company’s guidelines, WBS and Contract’s pricing structure.
• Supports preparation of initial Project Budget in accordance with the Scope of Work and tender pricing documents.
• Collects actual costs/expenditures and allocates to the CBS.
• Calculates the Value of Work Executed (Value of Work Done VOWD).
• Performs the Earned Value Management (EVM) for both Manhours and Cost.
• Preparation of monthly Manhours and Cost forecasts for Project Management, Engineering, Construction, Materials and other project resources.
• Prepare cost estimates for Variations and Claims including Indirect and Direct Costs.
• Review cost estimates of Subcontractors for claims and variations.
• Monitors project actual costs, determine and analyses cost variances and develop cost trends and projections using and presenting the Budgeted Cost for Work Scheduled, Budgeted Cost for Work Performed, Actual Cost for Work Scheduled, Actual Cost for Work Performed and Cost Performance Index.
• Prepares cost reports.
• Maintains records of actual cost elements (materials, equipment, manpower etc.) to use in the Project Close-Out Report and to provide feedback to tendering department.
• Liaises with project different sections in cost allocation, accounting and control matters.
• Participates in preparing the Project Close-Out Report and Lessons Learnt.
• Prepares regular billing to the Client, provide necessary supporting documents and communicates with the Client for certification and payment.
• Reviews Subcontractors invoices along with supporting documents.
• Participates in periodic site meetings to elaborate the project cost reports. In addition, to record any suggested changes and/or deviations from the plan and to advice of its effect on the overall budget.
• Performs any other related duties as assigned.

What you will need to have:

• University degree in Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years’ relevant experience in construction industry at similar level.
• Experience in EPC Oil & Gas Projects with direct involvement in Engineering, Procurement and Construction is essential.
• Previous employment with leading EPC contractors is highly preferable.
• Capability to perform under stressful situations.
• Fluency in the English language.

You are someone who:

• Good communication and interface with Project Team
• Operational mindset
• Has excellent organizational skills
• Is passionate about his/her field of expertise and determined to succeed

What's in it for you:

Expat package is on the shelf, yet the real joy comes from being a member of smart and passionate teams, within an international leading EPC Group on a mission that matters. We create mega construction projects - literally around the globe - with meaningful impact on the local communities for the years to come. At Archirodon, you will find a proud, productive and human-centric culture, caring for and building on our people and their development!

Please note that you will be contacted only in case you are shortlisted for an interview. In the meantime, do not hesitate to stay in touch and keep monitoringour open vacancies and our LinkedIn page! Rest assured that your application will be treated with strict confidentiality and under all applicable data privacy regulations.