Cost Control Lead

Cost Control Lead Location: Qatar Contract Type: Residential, 36-month renewable contract Work Schedule: 10 hours/day, 6 days/week (26 days/month)Overview: We are seeking a skilled and experienced Cost Control Lead to support a major onshore energy infrastructure project in Qatar. This long-term role offers the opportunity to work on a high-profile capital project in a dynamic and multicultural environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cost estimation, forecasting, change control, and financial reporting in large EPC projects within the oil & gas or energy sector.Key Responsibilities: Lead cost control activities, including budgeting, forecasting, estimating, cost reporting, and variance analysis throughout the project lifecycle Advise project management on cost control strategies, financial performance, and governance requirements Evaluate cost data and provide insights to ensure alignment with approved budgets Prepare inputs for funding submissions including advance commitments, full funding, and supplementary funding packages Estimate costs for potential change orders and support contract variation assessments Develop and maintain Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) and Cost Breakdown Structures (CBS)Monitor contractor cost performance and reporting (including Value of Work Done, trend analysis, and earned value)Identify cost risks and recommend mitigation measures to maintain budgetary control Verify commitments and ensure appropriate approvals for cost changes Support development of in-house tools for cost tracking and reporting Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders including contractors and subcontractors Ensure compliance with internal financial controls, standards, and processes Experience & Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field Minimum 8 years' experience in project cost control, preferably on large EPC contracts in the energy or oil & gas sector Experience working from an owner/operator side is highly advantageous Solid understanding of project controls principles and cost management best practices Hands-on experience with cost estimation, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting across all project phases Familiarity with financial systems such as SAP (advantageous)Ability to work independently and manage workload in a high-pressure, schedule-driven environment Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills; database reporting experience is a plus Excellent written and spoken English Strong problem-solving, analytical thinking, and interpersonal skills Culturally aware, collaborative, and proactive in managing interfaces across teams