Cost Control

The Roberts Company•Winterville, NC

60d

About The Position

The Industrial Construction Cost Controller is responsible for monitoring, analyzing, and reporting project costs to ensure construction projects are completed within budget. The role supports project teams by providing accurate cost forecasts, variance analyses, and recommendations to ensure financial efficiency in all project phases, from planning through execution and closeout.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree desired in Engineering, Construction Management, Finance, or a related field.
3-7 years of experience in cost control in industrial construction (e.g., oil & gas, power, infrastructure).
Proficient in cost management tools (e.g., SAP, Oracle Primavera, EcoSys, MS Excel, viewpoint).
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Solid understanding of project controls, cost management, and construction workflows.
Ability to read construction drawings, contracts, and schedules.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Familiarity with earned value analysis and forecasting techniques.

Nice To Haves

Experience with industrial EPC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction) projects.
Certification such as CCP (Certified Cost Professional) or PMP is a plus.
Knowledge of construction contract types (lump sum, unit rate, cost-reimbursable).

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and maintain cost control systems, procedures, and reports.
Track and control construction project costs against the approved budget.
Monitor and analyze project expenditures, commitments, and forecasts.
Provide regular cost reports, including variance analysis and cash flow projections.
Work closely with project managers, procurement, and scheduling teams to integrate cost data.
Assist in budget preparation and change management processes.
Identify cost trends and recommend corrective actions as necessary.
Ensure proper coding and classification of costs in the ERP or project management system.
Support earned value management (EVM) and other performance measurement processes.
Participate in risk assessments and cost-impact evaluations.
Review contractor and supplier invoices for accuracy and alignment with contracts and progress.
Prepare final project cost reports and assist with project close-out activities.