Lead Project Controls & Cost Forecasting

exyte singapore pte. ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

exyte Singapore Pte. Ltd. is seeking a Manager Project Cost Control to oversee cost, schedule, change management and risks across complex projects in Singapore.

You will work with Engineering, Project Management and the broader team to forecast impacts and provide clear visibility to senior management. You will lead and develop the Project Controls team across planning, cost controls and commercial management, liaising with clients to ensure timely reporting and effective communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience, including at least 5 years on Singapore-based projects.
• Certification such as PMP, MRICS, CCP or related preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of cost engineering concepts and scheduling.
• Strong understanding of Earned Value and Schedule Management.
• Proven expertise in commercial and contract management, especially Open-Book Reimbursable Contracts.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and decision-making abilities.
• Independent and structured working style with reliability.

Responsibilities

• Manage and report Cost, Schedule, Change Management and Risks for assigned projects.
• Act as Commercial & Contractual Lead for all contractual and commercial management.
• Advise on cost and schedule impacts from scope changes and contingencies.
• Lead forecasting to capture current expenses and schedule expectations across project areas.
• Present forecasts to senior management with variance explanations.
• Lead, manage and train the Project Controls team (Planning, Cost Controls, Commercial Management).
• Coordinate with the client's Project Controls team for timely reporting.
• Ensure effective internal and corporate communication and compliance of commercial aspects.

Skills

Cost control

Scheduling

Earned Value

Contract management

Leadership

Forecasting

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

exyte Singapore Pte. Ltd. is seeking a Manager Project Cost Control to oversee cost, schedule, change management and risks across complex projects in Singapore.

You will work with Engineering, Project Management and the broader team to forecast impacts and provide clear visibility to senior management. You will lead and develop the Project Controls team across planning, cost controls and commercial management, liaising with clients to ensure timely reporting and effective communication.