Head of Cost Control

Airswift; Doha; On-site; QAR 364,000 - 547,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international workforce solutions provider is seeking a Head of Cost Control to oversee cost management for the Offshore Compression Project in Qatar. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree and significant experience in cost control within the Oil & Gas industry. This role involves developing cost control procedures, ensuring data integrity, and guiding project teams to align with financial goals.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in a related business function.
• At least 6 years of experience in the Oil & Gas industry.
• 2 years in a supervisory or oversight role.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain project cost control procedures and guidelines.
• Ensure data integrity and accurate reporting of cost information.
• Guide project teams and standardize cost control practices.

Skills

Cost Control

Financial Planning

Data Integrity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Engineering, or related fields

Job description

Vacancy Overview

Head of Cost Control

Airswift is an international workforce solutions provider within the energy, process, and infrastructure industries. We serve as a strategic partner to our clients, offering a turnkey workforce solution to deliver top talent for successful projects, tailored to our clients' needs. With over 800 employees and 6,000 contractors across more than 50 countries, our global reach and talent pool are unmatched.

Airswift is seeking a Head of Cost Control to work with our client based in Qatar.

Job Purpose

Provide expert advice in cost allocation, planning, and stewardship for the Offshore Compression Project. Develop and update procedures to meet business needs during various project phases.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Engineering, or related fields.
• 10 years of experience in a related business function, including 6 years in the Oil & Gas industry, and 2 years in a supervisory or oversight role.

Key Accountabilities

• Develop and maintain project cost control procedures and guidelines.
• Ensure data integrity and accurate reporting of cost information.
• Guide project teams and standardize cost control practices.
• Create a unified cost allocation mechanism across EPCs.
• Support funding package submissions and financial planning.
• Develop forecast estimates and prepare annual work programs and budgets.
• Maintain Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) and Cost Breakdown Structure (CBS).
• Monitor contractor cost performance and recommend corrective actions.
• Advise on potential cost issues and develop mitigation strategies.
• Support EPC tenders and technical evaluations.