Cost Control Specialist

Omega Foundation Services, Inc.; Southaven (MS); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Omega Foundation Services, LLC. in Southaven, Mississippi is seeking a highly organized Cost Control Specialist to support project operations across multiple job sites. This role is critical for maintaining project records, labor tracking, and cost reporting.

The ideal candidate is dependable and proactive, comfortable working in a fast-paced construction environment, and must be willing to travel. Strong computer skills and attention to detail are essential, with bilingual candidates preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Maintain daily timekeeping records for field personnel.
• Verify employee timesheets and labor allocations for accuracy.
• Assist with project cost tracking and reporting activities.
• Process and organize billing documentation.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Time-management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Position Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Cost Control Specialist to support project operations and cost management activities across multiple job sites. This position plays a critical role in maintaining accurate project records, labor tracking, cost reporting, and administrative documentation to ensure successful project execution. The ideal candidate is dependable, proactive, comfortable working in a fast-paced construction environment, and willing to travel as project needs require. Bilingual candidates (English/Spanish) are strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain daily timekeeping records for field personnel.
• Verify employee timesheets and labor allocations for accuracy.
• Assist with project cost tracking and cost reporting activities.
• Process and organize billing documentation and supporting records.
• Verify and maintain per diem documentation and employee travel records.
• Track and maintain project-related documentation, logs, and reports.
• Assist with invoice processing and document control procedures.
• Support project management and cost control teams with administrative tasks.
• Maintain organized electronic and hard-copy project files.
• Coordinate communication between field personnel, project management, payroll, and accounting departments.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and project requirements.
• Perform additional site administration and cost control duties as assigned.

Qualifications Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to handle confidential employee and financial information.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Willingness and ability to travel to project sites as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Site Clerk, Cost Control Specialist, Project Administrator, Payroll Clerk, or similar role.
• Experience in construction, industrial, turnaround, maintenance, or project-based environments.
• Experience with timekeeping systems, payroll support, billing, or cost reporting.
• Knowledge of project controls and cost management processes.

Desired Characteristics

• Detail-oriented and accurate
• Professional and dependable
• Self‑motivated
• Organized and proactive
• Comfortable communicating with field personnel and management
• Able to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.