Cost Control Engineer (Fresh Graduate)

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in monitoring project costs, expenditures, and budget utilization.
• Assist in preparing project cost reports, forecasts, and financial monitoring reports.
• Compare actual costs against approved budgets and help identify variances.
• Assist in analyzing cost trends and potential cost overruns.
• Monitor project progress and assist in tracking its impact on project costs.
• Assist in reviewing purchase orders, contracts, change orders, and other cost-related documents.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Project Management, Procurement, and Finance teams regarding project cost information.
• Assist in preparing variation orders, claims, and additional work cost documentation.
• Maintain accurate project cost records and databases.
• Assist in preparing monthly cost reports and management updates.
• Support project forecasting, cash flow monitoring, and budget revisions.
• Ensure proper documentation and compliance with company cost-control procedures.
• Perform other cost control and project-related tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related field.
• Fresh graduates are welcome to apply.
• Preferably a Licensed Civil Engineer or with plans to take the licensure examination.
• Basic knowledge of cost estimation, budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.
• Basic understanding of BOQ, quantity take-off, project documentation, and construction costs is an advantage.
• Proficient in MS Excel; knowledge of formulas, Pivot Tables, and basic data analysis is an advantage.
• Familiarity with Primavera P6, MS Project, AutoCAD, or ERP systems is a plus.
• Strong analytical, numerical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented and willing to learn project cost-control processes.
• Able to work effectively with different project teams.
• Willing to work on-site.