Contract and Cost Engineer

Client of Brunel; Doha; On-site; QAR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Client of Brunel in Doha is seeking a Cost Control specialist to oversee cost estimates, cost databases and governance for Turnaround projects. You will review scope definitions, consolidate requirements, and ensure alignment with budgets and schedules.

The role requires 5–10 years' direct experience, proficiency with SAP PM and SAP MM, and strong Microsoft Office skills (Excel/Word/PowerPoint/Outlook). You will coordinate with planning, budgeting and accounting teams to ensure accurate

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in relevant discipline; 5–10 years of direct and relevant experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Working knowledge of SAP PM and SAP MM modules.

Responsibilities

• Analyze cost estimates and ensure accuracy and compliance with the scope of work.
• Maintain cost databases and support best cost engineering practices.
• Prepare management information and monthly/quarterly reports on turnarounds.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in relevant discipline

Tools

SAP PM

SAP MM

Microsoft Office

Job description

Contracting process

Analyze the scope of work and plan the best method of enquiry tendering process and subsequently the appropriate type of contract Prepare memo for competent authorities and obtain necessary approval Initiate procurement process by consolidating the requirements of all services required for turnaround section Explore and establish long-term contracts for repeated nature of contracting services Identify all the potential bidders in case of direct invitation closed tenders in consultation with the Supply chain and initiate tenders after obtaining due approvals Explore cost saving measures by consolidating needs requirements at various levels of requisitioning enquiry tendering order processing post order activities

Development Planning

Control System Procedures

Development of Specification and Cost Estimates

Encourage and assist end-users to develop cost and effective competitive specifications to ensure that all elements of cost and product specifications are taken into consideration Promotes Zero Base Costing to reflect the market situation in the cost estimates

Liaison with Stakeholders

Liaise closely with all relevant sections within concerning planning monitoring execution and budgeting

Cost Control Activities

Supports line management by reporting periodically cost forecast trends for portfolio and give early alarm for cost overrun of Turnarounds Periodic reporting of cost forecast trends for all Turnarounds listed within the portfolio and to give early alarm for cost overrun of Turnarounds Review monitoring analysis and reporting of all Turnarounds associated expenditure spending Preparation of monthly progress reports monthly accruals report quarterly outlook reports and other reports required by internal and external stakeholders Perform budget versus actual performance variance analysis and provide explanation for management reporting

Annual Budgeting Process and Cost Control

Support in coordinating with various stakeholders within the Organization in preparation of the annual 5 Years rolling Capital Turnarounds Plan its follow-up and control of costs Work with accounting section to ensure correct accounting treatment e g OPEX Capex and preTurnaround stages in accordance with procedures Ensure all expenses are fully allocated and absorbed into Turnarounds expenses and work orders and work with Planning and Budgeting section to ensure the time writing rates are appropriate and up to date

Progress Monitoring

Analyses Support in generation of management information on Turnarounds performance monthly reports and quarterly board reports as well as monitor Turnarounds progress and update forecast Turnarounds spend Assist in analyzing and reporting variances to Turnarounds budget and taking actions on over and underspends Coordinate accrual process for Turnarounds ensuring Turnaround accruals is correct

Cost Estimates Cost Database

Be fully responsible for reviewing Turnaround cost estimates at various stages of Turnaround maturity to ensure accuracy completeness and compliance with the scope of work for various types Act as a resource for best cost engineering and estimating practices Set up and maintain cost management databases and make use of available software to ensure increased accuracy in turnaround cost estimation

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in relevant discipline. 5-10 years' direct and relevant experience. To meet the job specific skill/competency levels. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook). Working knowledge of SAP PM (Plant Maintenance) and SAP MM (Materials Management) modules.