Project Cost Controller (Data Center)

Job Position Project Cost Controller in Data Center Business Job Responsibilities • Budget Planning & Control: Assist in preparing, monitoring, and controlling project budgets, ensuring all costs are aligned with approved financial plans. • Cost Verification & Analysis: Review and verify project costs, including contractor claims, variation orders, and invoices, ensuring accuracy and compliance with contract terms. • Cost Monitoring: Track project expenditures against budget, identify variances, and provide recommendations to mitigate cost overruns. • Coordination with Stakeholders: Work closely with project teams, QS consultants, procurement, and finance teams to ensure accurate cost reporting and alignment. • Variation & Change Management: Support evaluation of variation orders (VO), including cost impact analysis and budget implications. • Documentation & Reporting: Maintain detailed cost records, prepare cost reports, cash flow forecasts, and financial summaries for management review. • Vendor & Contract Support: Assist in reviewing commercial terms, payment milestones, and supporting documentation to ensure compliance with contractual obligations. • Financial Risk Management: Identify potential financial risks and propose mitigation strategies to ensure project cost efficiency. Job Qualifications • Education:Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field. • Experience:5–10 years of experience in cost control, project finance, or quantity surveying, preferably in data center, construction, or EPC projects. • Technical Skills:understanding of construction cost structures, contracts, and project budgeting. Familiarity with tools such as Excel, ERP systems, and cost management software is preferred. • Analytical Skills:Strong analytical and numerical skills with the ability to interpret financial data and identify cost trends. • Knowledge of Contracts:Understanding of contract terms, variation orders, and payment certification processes. • Communication Skills:Effective communication skills for coordination with internal teams and external stakeholders. • Attention to Detail:High level of accuracy in reviewing cost data and financial documents. • Team Player:Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, cross-functional project environment