An exciting opportunity for a Project Cost Controller to join a rapidly growing engineering company.
Based in Aberdeen there may be occasional travel to project sites and client premises.
Key Responsibilities:
* Deliver accurate and timely cost data to Project Managers to support project decision-making.
* Monitor and track all project costs, commitments, and actuals using approved tools and templates.
* Maintain real-time forecasts and provide variance analysis with clear commentary.
* Ensure all cost data complies with internal standards, audit requirements, and ERP integrity.
* Support change control and budget management through documentation and cost impact assessments.
* Produce monthly reports and cost summaries in standard company formats.
* Collaborate with Procurement, Document Control, and Finance to ensure cost integrity.
* Provide clear communication of financial data to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
* Participate in project meetings, reviews, and retrospectives to provide financial insight.
* Escalate anomalies or emerging cost risks to the Project Manager and Cost Team Lead as needed.
* To actively participate in all aspects of HSEQ awareness, education, training and communication.
Education, Experience and Training:
* Minimum 3 years’ experience in project cost control or project accounting role.
* Database knowledge in Project/Finance Software and cloud-based SharePoint advantageous.
* Formal qualification (Finance, Engineering, or related discipline) – Preferred.
* Familiarity with ERP and cost management software.
* Strong Microsoft Excel skills and financial modelling ability.
* Understanding of the full project lifecycle and cost management principles.
Benefits
* Flexible working
* Holidays: 28 days increasing 1 per year up to a max of 33 days per annum
* Pension: 5% Employer & 5% Employee contributions
* Group Life Assurance: 4x base salary