Lead Cost Controller (2025-069)

MphExperts; Sohar; On-site; OMR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead Cost Controller to oversee cost management for a significant LNG Bunkering Project. This role demands extensive experience in cost control systems, particularly within the Oil and Gas sector. You will be pivotal in ensuring project budgets are adhered to and financial documentation is meticulously managed. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in Accounting or Engineering and have a robust understanding of SAP systems. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will contribute to the successful execution of critical projects while maintaining high standards of confidentiality and compliance.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in cost control, preferably in Oil/Gas.
• Degree qualified in Accounting or Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Support LNG Bunkering Project in cost control management.
• Prepare cost control reports and monitor expenditures.
• Ensure timely invoicing and payments.

Skills

SAP systems

Cost Control

Budget Preparation

Cost Reporting

HSE Compliance

IT Skills (Excel, PowerPoint)

Education

Degree in Accounting

Degree in Engineering

Tools

EXCEL

PowerPoint

Job description

We are looking for a Lead Cost Controller with the following details:

Location: Muscat, OMAN

Duration: 12 months (renewable)

Work Status: Residential

Start Date: June 2025

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND BACKGROUND

• Professional Experience (years): 15+
• Experience in similar position (years): +10 years’ experience with Projects Cost Control Systems (preferably in Oil/Gas Industry), Experience in a supervisory position, Experience operating in Fabrication/Construction yards
• Level / Diploma: Degree qualified in Accounting, Engineering or similar
• Technical competencies: High level of understanding of SAP systems and Project requirements in alignment with Project Execution and Handover requirements; Sound IT (EXCEL, PowerPoint, PDF) and systems management knowledge
• Languages: English and French mandatory

MISSIONS

• The Service Holder shall work within Project Control team supporting the LNG Bunkering Project in Cost Control management during Execution phase.
• Ensures efficient and accurate receipt, registration, analysis, processing and filing of all project cost documentation.
• Supports the Project Control and Project Team in all matters relating to Cost Control area.
• Shall contribute to delivery of the project on time and within budget.
• Shall observe & impose strict confidentiality throughout the project.
• The service holder is accountable for demonstrating exemplary behaviour regarding HSE rules & requirements, Company Ethics, and “Code of Conduct”.

Activities and Responsibilities

Budget

• Participate in the Project Budget preparation.
• Coordinate detailed preparation and issuance of various budgets (internal & external) with input from project team members.
• Provide ad-hoc support as required.

Cost Reporting

• Prepare Cost Control reports.
• Assist in cost trend analysis.
• Monitor and assess commitments, variations, and value of work done.

Cost Control

• Participate in monitoring and controlling project expenditures.
• Control and input commitments data; allocate commitments to budgets.
• Verify invoices and cash calls from Contractors and Vendors.
• Prepare cash flow estimates and final forecast costs.
• File cost control documents according to the filing system.
• Ensure RFS full process administration (open, register, analyze, control, report, close).
• Prepare and monitor AFE’s.
• Estimate changes.
• Develop Work Breakdown Structure and Cost Breakdown Structure.
• Establish comprehensive cost control procedures.
• Monitor contingency usage.
• Provide cost support and guidance to the Project Team.
• Establish and maintain appropriate costing philosophy and methodology.

Invoicing

• Implement an efficient invoicing process across project locations.
• Monitor invoices in liaison with TEPOD accounting department for timely payments.