Cost Control Engineer

Enshaat Al Sayer; Ahmadi; On-site; KWD 15,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Kuwait seeks a Cost Control Engineer to monitor and report project costs, ensuring effective financial management. The role involves developing cost control systems and working closely with multidisciplinary teams to facilitate cost-effective planning and resource allocation. Ideal candidates will have strong analytical skills, extensive experience in cost estimation, and proficiency in relevant financial software.

Qualifications

• 7 years of relevant experience in cost control within oil and gas or construction industry.
• Proficient in cost estimation and financial reporting.
• Strong ability to interpret engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement cost control systems to monitor project budgets.
• Track project costs against approved budgets and prepare reports.
• Collaborate with project teams for cost-effective planning.

Skills

Cost estimation

Budget monitoring

Financial reporting

Variance analysis

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

SAP

MS Excel

Job description

Job Summary

The Cost Control Engineer is responsible for monitoring, analyzing, and reporting project costs to ensure effective cost management throughout the project lifecycle. Duties include developing cost control systems, tracking budgets, preparing cost forecasts, analyzing variances, and working closely with project teams to maintain financial control. The role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of project budgeting, cost reporting, and financial forecasting to support project efficiency and profitability.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement cost control systems, procedures, and tools to monitor project budgets and expenditures.
• Track, analyze, and report actual project costs against the approved budget, highlighting any variances and recommending corrective actions.
• Collaborate with project manager, planners, and procurement teams to ensure cost-effective planning and resource allocation.
• Prepare periodic cost reports, forecasts, and financial analyses to support project decision-making and maintain budgetary control.
• Review and validate contractor and supplier invoices against project progress and contractual terms.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of project financial data, including budgets, changes, and commitments.
• Support the preparation of estimates and cost plans during project planning stages.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, financial regulations, and contractual obligations throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
• Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in cost control within the oil and gas or construction industry.
• Proficient in cost estimation, budget monitoring, financial reporting, and variance analysis
• Strong ability to interpret engineering drawings, project specifications, and contractual documents
• Proficient in Primavera P6, SAP and MS Excel (Advanced) for cost tracking, data analysis, and reporting.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail
• Proven ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams under tight deadlines
• Highly organized, with the capability to manage large datasets and maintain accurate financial records

Job ID: NP5041 Cost Control Engineer