Sr. Engineer Cost Control | alfanar Building Systems

alfanar; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 223,000 - 357,000; Full time

Job summary

alfanar is seeking a Cost Controller to oversee financial performance of large-scale projects in Riyadh. You will lead cost management, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting, ensuring financial control and alignment with project objectives.

You will apply EVM techniques, monitor variances, and collaborate with planning teams to optimize cash flows. The role requires expertise in SAP ERP, Excel, and data visualization to deliver insightful cost analyses and management-ready presentations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 6–10 years of cost management experience on large projects.
• Strong knowledge of EVM, CPI and variance analysis.
• Proficiency in SAP ERP, Excel, and data visualization tools.

Responsibilities

• Oversee budgets for labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and other costs.
• Monitor expenditures vs. budgets and report variances to senior management.
• Prepare cost forecasts, assess risks, and suggest cost-control measures.
• Manage scope/budget changes with proper documentation and impact assessment.
• Apply Earned Value Management (EVM) to evaluate cost performance.
• Coordinate with Planning and Scheduling to align timelines with budgets.
• Prepare periodic cost reports and management presentations.

Skills

Budgeting

Cost control

Forecasting

Cash flow

Variance analysis

EVM

CPI

SAP ERP

Excel

WBS

Cost reporting

Power BI

Cost allocation

CCP

PMP

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

SAP ERP

Power BI

Excel

Job description

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Job Purpose

Oversee the financial performance of projects by leading cost management, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting activities. Monitor project costs, identify potential cost overruns, and collaborate with project teams to implement corrective actions and maintain financial control.

Key Accountability Areas

• Lead the development and maintenance of project budgets, covering labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and other project costs.

• Monitor project expenditures against approved budgets, analyze cost variances, and report findings to senior management.

• Prepare and update cost forecasts, assess financial risks, and recommend appropriate cost control measures.

• Manage changes to project scope and budget, ensuring proper documentation, approval, and assessment of their financial impact.

• Apply Earned Value Management (EVM) techniques to evaluate project cost performance and identify deviations from financial targets.

• Coordinate with Planning and Scheduling teams to align project timelines, milestones, and resource requirements with budget constraints.

• Prepare periodic cost reports, financial forecasts, and management presentations to support project decision-making.

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of project budgeting, cost control, cost forecasting, cash flow projections, and variance analysis.

• Practical experience in Earned Value Management (EVM), including CPI and project cost performance analysis.

• Proficiency in SAP ERP for project cost tracking, budget monitoring, and financial reporting.

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills for cost analysis, financial modelling, and reporting.

• Experience in variation management, cost allocation, and Work Breakdown Structure (WBS).

• Ability to prepare cost reports, forecasts, and management presentations.

• Power BI or equivalent dashboarding and data visualization tools.

• Professional certifications such as Certified Cost Professional (CCP) or Project Management Professional (PMP).

• Experience with subcontractor cost management, invoice verification, quantity surveying, and contract administration.

• Knowledge of revenue recognition, financial risk analysis, and cost optimization.

• Experience supporting PMO reporting for large-scale construction and real estate development projects.

Role Accountability

HR Proficiency:

• Ability to obtain updated soft and technical skills related to the job
• To have a vision and a plan for the career path and how to achieve it.

Delivery:

• Perform the planned activities to meet the operational and development targets as per delivery schedules.
• Utilize resources effectively to achieve objectives within efficient cost and time.
• Provide a periodic report formatted by detailing the deviation and execution of planned tasks.

Problem-Solving:

• Solve any related problems arise and elevate any complex operational issues.

Quality:

• Ensure quality requirements to develop effective quality control and processes including specifications for products or processes or related activities.

Business Process Improvements:

• Coordinate well-defined written systems, policies, procedures, and seek automations opportunities as much as possible.

Compliance:

• Comply to related policy and procedures and work instructions.

Health, Safety, and Environment:

• Ensure compliance of relevant safety, quality, and environmental management procedures and controls within defined area of work activity to guarantee safety, legislative compliance, and delivery of high-quality products/services.

Academic Qualification

Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering or Any relevant field

Work Experience

6 to 10 Years 10-15 years

Technical / Functional Competencies

Cost Estimating Cost Control Cost Variance Analysis Risk Management