Cost Controller

About the Job:

Kent is looking for an Engineer – Cost Control to be based in India. 

Skills and Responsibilities

• Track actual costs, commitments, forecasts, and variations against approved budgets.


• Monitor project expenditures and identify cost overruns, trends, and deviations early.


• Prepare monthly cost forecasts and ensure alignment with project execution plans.


• Support finance teams in reconciling project costs.


• Prepare accurate and timely cost reports, dashboards, and KPIs for management and stakeholders.


• Present VOWD (Value of Work Done), cost trends, and variance analysis.


• Validate contractor invoices and progress measurements before payment certification. 


• Work closely with procurement, contracts, and project management teams.


• Identify cost-related risks and support mitigation planning.


• Support audits, reviews, and internal compliance checks

Assist with as-building deliverables In addition to the responsibilities listed herein, the employee may be required to perform other ad-hoc tasks as needed or directed by the supervisor or management. These tasks will be within the reasonable scope of the employee's skills, capabilities, and role within the organization. The intent of this provision is to allow for flexibility and adaptability in meeting the dynamic needs of the organization, ensuring that operational requirements can be met efficiently. All such tasks will be assigned considering the employee's current workload and with respect to their professional development.

Your knowledge/skills, education, and experience: 

• ​​​​​​​​​​Degree in Engineering (preferably Chemical or Mechanical) from Indian University (UGC approved) or from Overseas University. Professional Certification is an added advantage.

Communication:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English. 


• Ability to articulate technical challenges and progress effectively.


• Proficiency in remote collaboration tools and practices.

Behavior/ Core Competencies:

• Teamwork, Coordination, Planning and Organizing


• Flexibility / Adaptability


• Business Acumen, Client Focus


• Training and Mentoring & Innovation


• Working as per the Quality and Safety requirements & Standards.


• Cultural sensitivity and ability to work in a global, multicultural environment.


• Flexibility in working hours to accommodate different time zones.

HSSEQ:

The Employee shall observe the Health, Safety, Sustainability, Environment and Quality rules of the Company; it’s clients and the governing authorities of the host country. 

• Candidate should contribute to creating a workplace where everyone feels compelled to intervene whenever they observe an unsafe act or condition to ensure that everyone goes home safe and well and the environment is preserved in the successful operation of our business.​​​​​​​


• Candidate should maintain the HSSEQ management system, and the tools required to implement it.

Details about the role: 

Location: Mumbai 

Relocation required: Not Required

Travel required: Sometimes 

Contract type: Permanent 

Experience level: 2-8 years relevant experience in Cost Control in the Oil & Gas / Refinery / Petrochemical /Chemicals / Power sector, Energy transitions, Renewables, Carbon Capture, with large multidisciplinary EPC companies or /Engineering Consulting organizations. Exposure in Oil & Gas is an added advantage

Why Join us?

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits


• Health & Wellbeing Program


• Employee Assistance Program


• Inclusion & Belonging Program


• Health insurance


• Work for a brand that's been in the industry for over 100 years


• Great Culture


• Safety-first culture with a collaborative and supportive team environment


• Opportunity to contribute to some of the largest and most impactful projects in the global energy sector

 We foster an environment where you are challenged professionally and empowered to take the lead on your career development with the support and guidance of our Leaders. We’re committed to making sure that every single person uses their time with us to gain valuable experience and skills for their future, so why not pursue your career so why not pursue your career with us today!