DCN Cost Controller

Schlumberger Limited; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Schlumberger Limited in the United States is seeking a Cost Controller to manage project cost control during data center construction. You will convert tender estimates into project budgets, maintain visibility of commitments and expenditures, and ensure alignment with schedules and baselines across GMP and cost‑reimbursable models.

The role requires presence on construction sites and willingness to relocate domestically as project schedules demand, including to Shreveport.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Engineering, construction management or equivalent project cost control experience.
• 7–12 years of experience in cost control or project accounting for large-scale construction or industrial projects.
• Strong understanding of cost management, forecasting, integrated performance measurement and earned value analysis consistent with ANSI/EIA‑748 principles.
• Experience supporting GMP or cost‑reimbursable contracts with open‑book cost transparency and audit expectations.
• Exposure to cost accounting considerations in cost control (e.g., alignment of cost categorization, WBS/CBS structures, and reconciliation of internal/external reporting views) preferred.
• Proven experience interfacing with project, finance, and contract teams to maintain cost integrity.
• Proficient in cost control systems, ERP tools, and data analysis.
• Experience supporting large-scale data center or mission-critical facility projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain the project cost control system based on the approved contract value and tender estimate.
• Provide accurate visibility of project commitments, expenditures, and forecasted final cost.
• Ensure alignment between cost tracking, project schedule progress, and contractual baselines.
• Identify cost risks and opportunities early and support management in implementing corrective actions.
• Maintain consistent cost reporting in accordance with project controls and financial governance requirements.
• Ensure project costs are recorded and forecasted in accordance with contractual definitions of reimbursable, non‑reimbursable, and disallowed costs (as applicable) under the GMP framework.
• Support open‑book cost transparency and audit readiness expectations typical of hyperscale clients.
• Support cost reporting practices that work in concert with applicable GAAP/IFRS and the project’s defined cost accounting methodology.
• Prepare and submit progress invoices in line with contract payment terms, billing milestones, and the approved schedule of values.
• Reconcile invoiced amounts against recorded costs, earned progress, and commitments before each billing cycle.
• Ensure invoices include supporting documentation (cost reports, subcontractor invoices, timesheets, receipts) that meets open-book and audit requirements under the GMP framework.
• Track retention, fee, contingency drawdown, and allowances, and reflect them correctly on each pay application.
• Manage the review and approval of subcontractor and vendor invoices against purchase orders, contract values, and verified progress.
• Coordinate with finance to monitor billed vs. unbilled revenue, accounts receivable, and cash flow forecasts.
• Resolve client invoice queries, rejections, or disputed items promptly, and keep a record of all adjustments
• Working with Contracts and ensure approved change orders are added to the billing baseline before they are invoiced.

Skills

Cost control

Project accounting

ERP systems

Data center projects

Forecasting

Education

Finance degree

Engineering degree

Tools

SAP

Oracle

ERP systems

Job description

Come join us at SLB New Energy & Industrial and be part of a global company driving energy innovation for a balanced planet

Our Data Center infrastructure solutions business provides Innovative and cost-effective solutions that enable building faster, smarter and more resilient data centers. Our modular infrastructure solutions scale AI and cloud computing capacity while minimizing capital risk and deployment delays. From design and supply chain to commissioning and operations, by standardizing components and relocating labor to controlled offsite environments, we helpreduce costs, improve lead times, and lower construction risk while ensuring quality and global repeatability. To know more about our Data Centers Infrastructure solutions please visit https://www.slb.com/products-and-services/scaling-new-energy-systems/data-center-infrastructure-solutions

SLB is seeking a motivated Cost Controller to support our Data Center infrastructure solutions business.

This position requires presence in the construction sites; candidates are to be open to domestic relocation based on project schedules & locations. Qualified candidates anywhere in the US will be considered. Relocation assistance is available to Shreveport and or construction sites as required

Job Summary

Responsible for managing project cost control during the execution phase of Data Center projects. The Cost Controller converts the tender estimate into the project control budget and maintains full visibility of commitments, expenditures, and forecasted outcomes throughout construction. Working closely with project management, contracts, supply chain, and finance teams, the role ensures that cost performance reflects actual project progress and supports timely decision-making. The role supports projects delivered under Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) or cost‑reimbursable models for hyperscale data‑center clients, requiring high levels of cost transparency, audit readiness, and alignment with contractual cost principles.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain the project cost control system based on the approved contract value and tender estimate
• Provide accurate visibility of project commitments, expenditures, and forecasted final cost
• Ensure alignment between cost tracking, project schedule progress, and contractual baselines
• Identify cost risks and opportunities early and support management in implementing corrective actions
• Maintain consistent cost reporting in accordance with project controls and financial governance requirements.
• Ensure project costs are recorded and forecasted in accordance with contractual definitions of reimbursable, non‑reimbursable, and disallowed costs (as applicable) under the GMP framework.
• Support open‑book cost transparency and audit readiness expectations typical of hyperscale clients.
• Support cost reporting practices that work in concert with applicable GAAP/IFRS and the project’s defined cost accounting methodology.
• Prepare and submit progress invoices in line with contract payment terms, billing milestones, and the approved schedule of values.
• Reconcile invoiced amounts against recorded costs, earned progress, and commitments before each billing cycle.
• Ensure invoices include supporting documentation (cost reports, subcontractor invoices, timesheets, receipts) that meets open-book and audit requirements under the GMP framework.
• Track retention, fee, contingency drawdown, and allowances, and reflect them correctly on each pay application.
• Manage the review and approval of subcontractor and vendor invoices against purchase orders, contract values, and verified progress.
• Coordinate with finance to monitor billed vs. unbilled revenue, accounts receivable, and cash flow forecasts.
• Resolve client invoice queries, rejections, or disputed items promptly, and keep a record of all adjustments
• Working with Contracts and ensure approved change orders are added to the billing baseline before they are invoiced.

Qualifications And Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Engineering, construction management or equivalent project cost control experience

7–12 years of experience in cost control or project accounting for large-scale construction or industrial projects

Strong understanding of cost management, forecasting, integrated performance measurement and earned value analysis consistent with ANSI/EIA‑748 principles.

Experience supporting GMP or cost‑reimbursable contracts with open‑book cost transparency and audit expectations.

Exposure to cost accounting considerations in cost control (e.g., alignment of cost categorization, WBS/CBS structures, and reconciliation of internal/external reporting views) preferred.

Proven experience interfacing with project, finance, and contract teams to maintain cost integrity

Proficient in cost control systems, ERP tools, and data analysis

Experience supporting large-scale data center or mission-critical facility projects preferred

Preferred

Professional certification in Cost Control or Project Controls (AACE CCP or equivalent)

Experience with SAP, Oracle, or similar ERP systems

Advanced Excel or Power BI skills for cost reporting and analysis

Work Environment and Physical Demands

Site-based position within the project office, requiring daily coordination with construction, contracts, and finance teams. Involves detailed review of cost data, documentation, and progress reports. Some travel may be required between projects or to the Houston office for reviews and reporting.

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