Project Cost Controller

NES Fircroft; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Project Cost Controller in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. This role focuses on providing financial oversight for a large-scale construction project, including tracking costs, preparing reports, and collaborating with project managers. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, has experience in project cost control, and is proficient in Microsoft Excel. This position offers a chance to contribute crucial insights for financial performance in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Finance, or related field.
• Experience in project cost control within construction or industrial projects.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel; knowledge of project cost management software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and report project costs, ensuring alignment with budgets and forecasts.
• Prepare monthly cost reports and cash flow updates for management.
• Collaborate with project managers and finance teams on cost-related issues.

Skills

Cost tracking

Forecasting budget needs

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying or related field

Tools

Project cost management software

Job description

Location: Puncak Alam / Port Dickson, Malaysia

6 day work week

Data Center Project.

About the Role

We are seeking a Project Cost Controller to ensure financial oversight of a large-scale construction project. This role focuses on tracking costs, forecasting budget needs, and providing actionable insights to project management to maintain financial performance.

Key Responsibilities

Monitor and report project costs, ensuring alignment with budgets and forecasts.

Track expenditures, commitments, and variations for contractors and suppliers.

Prepare monthly cost reports, cash flow updates, and cost analysis for management.

Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning throughout the project lifecycle.

Collaborate with project managers, QS, procurement, and finance teams on cost-related issues.

Ensure compliance with company and client financial and reporting standards.

Assist in claims, variations, and commercial correspondence related to cost impact.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Finance, or related field.

Experience in project cost control, preferably within construction or industrial projects.

Strong analytical, reporting, and communication skills.

Proficient in Microsoft Excel; knowledge of project cost management software is a plus.

Prior experience in data centers or high-tech industrial projects is beneficial but not required.