Construction Cost Controller

• Monitor project budgets, track actual costs against estimates, and report variances with corrective actions.
• Track all materials purchased, delivered, issued, and consumed on sites, and control wastage and excess usage.
• Maintain a register of all machinery and equipment on sites, monitoring utilization, hire costs, fuel, and maintenance costs.
• Control labor costs by reviewing manpower deployment, timesheets, overtime, and productivity against budget.
• Review purchase orders, subcontractor invoices, and payment certificates for accuracy.
• Prepare cost reports and forecasts for management.
• Coordinate with project managers, procurement, finance, and HR to ensure correct cost allocation.
• Establish and maintain cost control procedures and documentation.
• Support internal and external audits.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Engineering, or a related field. CMA, CPA, or cost control certifications are an advantage.
• Proven experience in cost control within construction or contracting, preferably in the GCC.
• Strong knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, cost accounting, and variance analysis.
• Proficiency in Excel and ERP or project cost control systems.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to work with cross-functional teams.
• Good written and spoken English; Malayalam & Hindi are an advantage.
• Driving License is Mandatory.