Cost Control Section Head

About the Role

Hill International (KSA) is seeking a Cost Control Section Head to join their team in Riyadh, Riyadh Province. This full-time position requires a professional with extensive experience in cost control for large-scale projects, focusing on developing and implementing financial management strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement cost control strategies and procedures to ensure effective financial management.
• Monitor and analyze financial data to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve profitability.
• Prepare and present financial reports, budget forecasts, and variance analysis to senior management.
• Coordinate with project managers and department heads to track and control project costs.
• Review and approve purchase orders, invoices, and expense reports to ensure compliance with company policies and budget limits.
• Conduct regular audits of financial records and procedures to identify and resolve discrepancies.
• Train and mentor cost control staff to ensure their understanding of cost control processes and procedures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop cost reduction initiatives and drive efficiency.
• Manage and support claims and variations study, analysis, and evaluation.
• Stay updated on industry trends, regulations, and best practices in cost control and financial analysis.
• Provide guidance and support to the finance team on cost control matters.
• Ensure continued compliance with relevant Quality, Environmental, Safety, and Occupational Health Policies, Manuals, and Procedures within Hill International.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the line manager/supervisor.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited university.
• Minimum of 20 years of experience in cost control, including experience as a cost manager for large-scale projects.
• Experience in performing, monitoring, and reviewing cost engineering functions, including cost estimating, cost control, financial reporting systems, and cost analysis, both in the field and the home office.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, direct, perform, review, and present cost engineering and cost estimating products independently with minimal supervision.
• Advanced level of knowledge in engineering, procurement, contracts, construction, and startup work processes.
• Extensive experience in producing project cash flow forecasts.

Required Skills

• Skilled in verbal and written communication.
• High level of professional judgment and knowledge related to technical planning and scheduling skills, and engineering design and construction practices.

Work Environment

This role is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and operates within a professional project management and financial control environment at Hill International (KSA).

Application Process

Candidates meeting the specified qualifications are encouraged to apply for this full-time position.