Entry-Level Cost Controls & Budgeting Analyst

Qabird; Den Haag; On-site; EUR 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Qabird in The Hague region seeks an Associate Cost Controls Specialist to support budgeting, forecasting, and cost tracking under supervision. You will gather cost data from project leaders and finance, assist in weekly/monthly reports, and perform basic analyses to identify discrepancies.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in a related field and up to 4 years of experience, plus strong MS Office skills and attention to detail. This entry-level position offers growth in cost control.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, Constructions Management, or related fields
• 0 to 4 years of experience in a similar role or transferable technical/training background
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team to achieve business goals
• High level of coordination to gather cost data from project leaders, finance, and accounts
• Strong prioritization and multitasking to meet deadlines
• Experience working in a multifunctional team
• Proficient in MS Office
• Problem-solving attitude with attention to detail
• Effective communication to collaborate with project teams and stakeholders
• Proactive and eager to learn with willingness to take on new responsibilities
• Familiarity with industry regulations, standards, and basic contract management
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the cost controls team within EPCI projects
• Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and cost tracking processes
• Collaborate with project teams to gather and organize project cost data
• Support the preparation of weekly and monthly cost and progress reports for management and clients
• Conduct basic cost analyses such as cost trending and variance analysis
• Understand contractual obligations including change management, invoicing, and reporting
• Assist in maintaining the cost control system and data accuracy
• Support forecast development and documentation of procurement and staffing plans
• Assist with change order preparation and processing
• Analyze committed cost vs. budget and overall productivity
• Contribute to project cash flow development and maintenance

Skills

Teamwork

Coordination

Communication

Attention to detail

Proactive learner

Discretion/confidentiality

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, Constructions Management, or related fields

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Qabird in The Hague region seeks an Associate Cost Controls Specialist to support budgeting, forecasting, and cost tracking under supervision. You will gather cost data from project leaders and finance, assist in weekly/monthly reports, and perform basic analyses to identify discrepancies.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in a related field and up to 4 years of experience, plus strong MS Office skills and attention to detail. This entry-level position offers growth in cost control.