Shutdown Cost Controller & Budget Engineer

hudsonmanpower; Rawdat al Hisu; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Hudson Manpower looks for a seasoned Cost Controller to lead budgeting, cost monitoring and reporting for shutdowns/turnarounds in Saudi Arabia. The role emphasizes precise cost forecasting, change control and proactive variance analysis in a high-pressure environment.

You will coordinate with procurement and project teams to ensure accuracy of cost data, manage subcontractor invoicing, and deliver final cost reports with lessons learned.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Costing / budgeting / Cost Monitoring for SHUTDOWN / TURNAROUND.
• Budgeting & Estimation: Developing detailed shutdown budgets (WBS/CBS) based on scope, labor, materials, and equipment.
• Cost Monitoring & Tracking: Capturing actual costs incurred during the shutdown, including material consumption, manpower, and subcontractor work.
• Variance Analysis: Identifying discrepancies between planned and actual costs and recommending corrective actions, especially during high-pressure, short-duration shutdowns.
• Change Management: Evaluating cost variations, change orders, and subcontractor claims, ensuring all changes are approved within the commercial framework.
• Reporting: Preparing regular cost control reports, including daily/weekly cost reports, cash flow forecasts, and final closing reports with lessons learned.
• Invoicing and Procurement: Reviewing subcontractor and supplier invoices and payment certificates for accuracy.

Job description

Hudson Manpower looks for a seasoned Cost Controller to lead budgeting, cost monitoring and reporting for shutdowns/turnarounds in Saudi Arabia. The role emphasizes precise cost forecasting, change control and proactive variance analysis in a high-pressure environment.

You will coordinate with procurement and project teams to ensure accuracy of cost data, manage subcontractor invoicing, and deliver final cost reports with lessons learned.