Project Cost Controller - Aberdeen

KBM Resourcing; Charlestown; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An engineering company in Aberdeen is seeking a Project Cost Controller to provide accurate cost data and monitor project expenses. Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years' experience in cost control and proficiency in project finance software. The role includes flexible working and generous holiday benefits.

Benefits

Flexible working

Holidays: 28 days increasing up to a max of 33 days per annum

Pension: 5% Employer & 5% Employee contributions

Group Life Assurance: 4x base salary

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in project cost control or project accounting role.
• Understanding of full project lifecycle and cost management principles.
• Familiarity with database knowledge and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate and timely cost data to Project Managers.
• Monitor and track all project costs using approved tools.
• Participate in project meetings to provide financial insight.

Skills

Project cost control

Financial modelling

Strong Microsoft Excel skills

Education

Formal qualification in Finance, Engineering, or related discipline

Tools

Project/Finance Software

ERP and cost management software

cloud-based SharePoint

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity for a Project Cost Controller to join a rapidly growing engineering company based in Aberdeen. There may be occasional travel to project sites and client premises.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate and timely cost data to Project Managers to support project decision-making.


• Monitor and track all project costs, commitments, and actuals using approved tools and templates.


• Maintain real-time forecasts and provide variance analysis with clear commentary.


• Ensure all cost data complies with internal standards, audit requirements, and ERP integrity.


• Support change control and budget management through documentation and cost impact assessments.


• Produce monthly reports and cost summaries in standard company formats.


• Collaborate with Procurement, Document Control, and Finance to ensure cost integrity.


• Provide clear communication of financial data to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.


• Participate in project meetings, reviews, and retrospectives to provide financial insight.


• Escalate anomalies or emerging cost risks to the Project Manager and Cost Team Lead as needed.


• To actively participate in all aspects of HSEQ awareness, education, training and communication.

Education, Experience and Training

• Minimum 3 years' experience in project cost control or project accounting role.


• Database knowledge in Project/Finance Software and cloud-based SharePoint advantageous.


• Formal qualification (Finance, Engineering, or related discipline) - Preferred.


• Familiarity with ERP and cost management software.


• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and financial modelling ability.


• Understanding of the full project lifecycle and cost management principles.

Benefits

• Flexible working


• Holidays: 28 days increasing 1 per year up to a max of 33 days per annum


• Pension: 5% Employer & 5% Employee contributions


• Group Life Assurance: 4x base salary