Cost Control Engineer

Job Title: Cost Control Engineer

Location: Qatar
Job Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Cost Control Engineer with strong expertise in budgeting, forecasting, SAP ERP, project reporting, and variance analysis. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience managing cost control activities across multiple projects, preferably in the Oil & Gas or Facilities Management sector. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate cost tracking, supporting project teams, preparing financial reports, and optimizing cost structures to enhance overall project performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop project WBS, create project IDs, and upload/release budgets in SAP.
• Maintain cost coding structures and monitor cost movement at the WBS level.
• Review and approve project requisitions, purchase orders, service contracts, and sales orders.
• Monitor project expenditure vs. approved budget and highlight cost variances.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly cost forecasts for all projects.
• Assist in annual budget planning for the organization.
• Prepare cost accrual reports and coordinate with the Finance Department.
• Prepare monthly cost analysis reports (Budget vs Actual).
• Generate specialized savings reports, revenue reports, and project health dashboards.
• Identify cost risks, improvement opportunities, and support management with data-driven insights.
• Track all additional works and coordinate with Accounts/AR for invoicing.
• Lead cost control activities across ongoing projects.
• Participate in project review meetings and provide updates on project performance.
• Coordinate with project managers for budget revisions and project forecasting.
• Support preparation of claims, variations, guarantees, and client documentation.
• Experience leading cost control for multiple projects at a corporate/head office level.
• Knowledge of developing/managing resource plans and project schedules.
• Familiarity with claims preparation, invoicing, and project financial closures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 8–12 years of experience in Cost Control, Project Control, Planning, or related fields.
• Proven experience in Oil & Gas, Facilities Management, or EPC projects.
• Strong command of SAP ERP, MS Excel, PowerPoint, and data analysis tools.
• Certification in Cost Engineering or LEAN Management is an advantage.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: QAR10,000.00 - QAR12,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

• How many years of experience do you have in Cost Control?
• Do you have experience working in Cost Control, Project Control, or Planning roles?
• What is your notice period?
• What is your current salary ?
• What is your expected salary ?

Work Location: On the road