Cost Controller

TRS Staffing Solutions; Al Khobar; On-site; SAR 299,962 - 374,953; Full time

Job summary

TRS Staffing Solutions seeks a Cost Engineer to manage project budgets and cost control for brownfield petrochemical projects in Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience and strong skills in cost control and analysis.

Responsibilities include developing cost control systems, preparing budget forecasts, and monitoring expenditures, ensuring data integrity and providing detailed reports for management and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience in cost control roles within the petrochemical sector.
• Experience in Saudi Arabia working on major industrial projects.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain cost control systems for brownfield projects.
• Prepare and manage project budgets and cash flow projections.
• Monitor actual project expenditures and analyze cost variances.

Skills

Cost control expertise

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Project cost control software (SAP, Oracle, Primavera)

Education

BSc in engineering

Job description

Our client is proud to design and build projects and careers. This requires teams that are as unique as the projects they execute. They are committed to fostering a work environment that embraces Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) for all so that their employees and stakeholders can benefit from the creative solutions derived as a result of embracing differences.

Cost Engineer

Industry: Petrochemicals, Oil and Gas. Location: Khobar, Saudi Arabia.

Requirements / Qualification:

• Preferred BSc in engineering
• Minimum 15 years of experience in cost control roles within the petrochemical sector.
• Experience in Saudi Arabia working on major industrial projects.
• Strong hands‑on background in petrochemical project cost control.
• Extensive brownfield project experience—including modifications, upgrades, and tie‑ins.
• Turnaround (TA) experience
• Expertise in project cost control software and ERP tools (SAP, Oracle, Primavera, etc.)
• Strong analytical and reporting skills with attention to detail
• Excellent communication and stakeholder coordination skills
• Preference will be given to candidates currently based in the Kingdom (KSA)

Responsibilities:

Cost Management & Control

• Develop, implement, and maintain cost control systems and procedures for brownfield petrochemical projects.
• Prepare and manage project budgets, cost forecasts, and cash flow projections.
• Monitor actual project expenditures and compare them against budgeted values.
• Analyze and report cost variances, highlighting trends, risks, and corrective actions.
• Ensure cost data accuracy and integrity across all phases of the project.

Cost Reporting & Monitoring

• Produce detailed monthly, quarterly, and annual cost reports for management and stakeholders.
• Track project commitments, invoices, changes, and potential cost impacts.
• Conduct cost analysis for work packages, materials, labor, and subcontracted services.
• Evaluate cost performance during all phases of brownfield and turnaround activities.
• Project Controls Integration
• Work closely with planning, procurement, engineering, construction, and finance teams to maintain accurate cost‑related information.
• Support change management processes including cost estimation and change impact assessments.
• Contribute to risk assessments by identifying cost‑related risks and mitigation plans.

Turnaround & Brownfield Project Support

• Provide full cost management support during turnaround (TA) planning and execution.
• Track and monitor costs associated with shutdown activities, emergent work, and schedule‑driven expenditures.
• Participate in post‑turnaround cost reviews and lessons learned sessions