Cost Control Engineer-UAE National at John Wood Group PLC

Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Cost Control, Budgeting, Forecasting, Financial Reporting, Variance Analysis, Earned Value Management, Cash Flow Forecasting, Change Management, Data Validation, SAP, Oracle, Advanced Excel, Project Cost Management, Cost Risk Mitigation, Financial Dashboarding, Reconciliation

Industry

Description

The Cost Control Engineer supports the project team throughout all phases of project delivery by managing project budgeting, cost monitoring, forecasting, and financial reporting activities. The role plays a key part in ensuring projects are executed within approved cost baselines, while supporting effective cost control, variance analysis, and financial performance aligned with project scope and schedule. Key Responsibilities: Cost Control & Financial Management * Development and maintenance of project cost budgets and forecasts * Cost tracking, expenditure monitoring, and variance analysis * Preparation of cost reports, cash flow forecasts, and financial dashboards * Support to change management, including evaluation of cost impacts * Understanding of earned value management (EVM) principles * Cost risk identification and mitigation Analytical & Technical Skills * Strong numerical and analytical skills with high attention to detail * Ability to interpret financial data and identify cost trends * Accurate data validation and reconciliation * Advanced Excel and data analysis capability Planning & Coordination * Close coordination with project controls, planning, procurement, and construction teams * Support to project managers in cost-related decision making * Timely collection and consolidation of cost data from multiple stakeholders * Interface with finance teams for invoicing, accruals, and cost actuals Communication & Reporting * Clear and concise reporting of cost performance to project and management teams * Ability to explain cost variances and forecasts to non-financial stakeholders * Strong written and verbal communication skills Professional Attributes * High level of integrity, accountability, and ownership * Ability to manage priorities and meet reporting deadlines * Proactive, detail-oriented, and results-driven approach * Adaptable to fast-paced, multi-project environments Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 45 countries, employing around 25,000 people. www.woodplc.com [https://www.woodplc.com/] Diversity Statement We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.

Responsibilities

The Cost Control Engineer manages project budgeting, cost monitoring, and financial reporting to ensure projects stay within approved cost baselines. This includes performing variance analysis, tracking expenditures, and coordinating with project controls and finance teams.