Decima International - Senior Cost Control Engineer
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Requirements
• 15+ years of cost control or cost engineering experience in the construction, infrastructure, or related industries, with at least 5 years in a leadership or regional oversight capacity. • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Finance, Accounting, or related technical fields. • Prior experience in Hyperscale Data Center development and construction. • Hyperscale Data Center • Advanced knowledge of cost management principles, including cost forecasting, variance analysis, change management, and project financial reporting. • Extensive experience using cost control software and tools such as Primavera P6, SAP, and Microsoft Excel. • Primavera P6 • Microsoft Excel • Demonstrated success in managing large-scale project budgets and resolving complex cost discrepancies. • Strong ability to interpret financial data, develop insights, and communicate findings clearly to technical and non-technical audiences. • Excellent communication and presentation skills with a proven ability to engage with clients and senior management. • Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities across different project teams. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). • Master’s degree in Construction Management, Finance, Engineering Management, or a related field. • Professional certifications such as Certified Cost Professional (CCP) or Project Management Professional (PMP). • Certified Cost Professional (CCP) • Project Management Professional (PMP) • Expertise in Earned Value Management (EVM) and integrated risk-cost-schedule methodologies. • Earned Value Management (EVM) • Experience working on hyperscale data centers or other large-scale, mission-critical facilities. • hyperscale data centers • Active membership in PMI, AACE, or similar professional associations.
Responsibilities
• Lead and provide oversight of regional/project cost control functions, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance across all project(s). • Direct the development and maintenance of robust cost control systems and tools, including project cost reports, forecasts, trend analysis, and change management procedures. • Coordinate with regional project managers, engineers, and financial teams to monitor and validate cost data, identify variances, and guide corrective actions to control expenditures. • Review and present comprehensive monthly and quarterly cost performance reports to senior leadership, highlighting key financial indicators such as earned value analysis (EVA), cost variances, and trends. • Oversee tracking of project performance against budgets and schedules across multiple sites, proactively identifying risks and approving financial strategies for mitigation. • Supervise advanced cost analysis and scenario modeling efforts to support executive decision-making and strategic project planning. • Manage and approve the preparation and review of regional/project proposals, estimates, and budgets, ensuring accuracy in financial projections and risk assessment. • Oversee the management of change orders across all regional projects, ensuring documentation integrity and accurate reflection of budget impacts. • Support and advise on contract negotiation and administration with subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers to align commercial agreements with project cost goals. • Review and approve contractor invoices and payment applications to ensure compliance with contractual terms and financial policies. • Ensure alignment of all regional cost control activities with internal policies, client standards, and industry best practices. • Contribute strategically to business development efforts by supporting commercial positioning, proposal development, and contract negotiation. • Mentor, manage, and develop junior cost control personnel within the region, fostering technical growth and career progression. • Perform other related duties as required and assigned.
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