The Senior Cost Control Manager oversees the areas of conceptual estimating, budget development, cost planning and value management. This position is responsible for the Company-wide cost plans, monitors and reports on the Company project cost plans, and monitors cost and collects the cost data to ensure conformity with the Management's budget directives cost tracking, forecasting; and financial reporting.
Lead the development and management of comprehensive budgets for large-scale projects and departments, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
Supervise the preparation of detailed cost estimates, incorporating potential risks and ensuring accuracy.
Oversee the continuous tracking of project expenditures, ensuring they stay within budget and addressing any deviations.
Conduct thorough analysis of cost variances, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
Prepare and present detailed financial reports to senior management, highlighting key metrics, trends, and potential issues.
Identify financial risks associated with projects and develop strategies to mitigate them, ensuring financial stability.
Review and manage complex contracts, ensuring compliance with financial terms and resolving any cost-related disputes.
Implement and maintain advanced cost control systems and processes to enhance financial oversight and efficiency.
Communicate effectively with project managers, finance teams, and senior executives, ensuring alignment on financial objectives and strategies.
Lead and mentor a team of cost control professionals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and financial discipline.
Support the implementation of HSE initiatives, participate in safety awareness activities, and contribute to incident reporting and resolution in alignment with company and IMS policies
Knowledge of Cost Control and estimating packages such as CCS (Candy) is essential
Strong understanding of financial principles and cost accounting methodologies.
Proficiency in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis techniques.
Advanced knowledge of project management principles and practices.
Excellent analytical skills to interpret cost data and identify trends and variances.
Effective communication and interpersonal abilities to liaise with project teams, stakeholders, and vendors. Computer skills: MS applications and Primavera 6 but not essential
ERP knowledge preferably SAP functional skills are a requirement to be successful in this role
Minimum 8 years working experience, 5 years in a relevant supervisory position, 2 years GCC experience is a plus
Agility
AI Fluency
Resilience
Quality
Leadership
Inventory Management L4
Project Planning L4
Cost Control L4
Time and Task Management L4
Projects-Commercial L4
Build High-Performing Teams
Speed of Execution
Build Process and Systems
Provide Direction
Drive Cost Optimization
Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Quantity Surveying
Power International Holding (PIH) is a diversified business conglomerate with global reach, structured into six core groups:
Energy, Concessions & Construction
Industries & Services
Telecommunication & Technology
Agriculture & Food Industries
Real Estate
Lifestyle: Hospitality, Entertainment & Catering
Our commitment to sustainable growth is reinforced by a structured approach to resource allocation and centralized functional support, enabling agility and continuous development across sectors. Each group operates with focused specialization while contributing to PIH’s overarching strategy of delivering long-term value.
Through a culture of excellence and collaboration, PIH harnesses the collective strength of its leadership teams, ensuring that each business flourishes while advancing economies and communities. This synergistic model allows PIH to maintain its distinctiveness as a group while driving sustained impact on both a local and global scale.
