Cost Controller – Construction
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Cost Controller – Construction Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia About Zeoof Group Zeoof Group is a leading diversified holding company in Saudi Arabia, delivering excellence across multiple sectors, including real estate development, construction, and facility management.
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About Zeoof Group
Zeoof Group is a leading diversified holding company in Saudi Arabia, delivering excellence across multiple sectors, including real estate development, construction, and facility management.
Through its expanding portfolio of projects, Zeoof Group is committed to delivering high-quality developments that support Saudi Vision 2030 and contribute to the Kingdom’s sustainable growth.
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Cost Controller with a strong background in construction and contracting projects.
The successful candidate will be responsible for monitoring project costs, analyzing budget performance, controlling expenditures, and ensuring financial efficiency throughout the project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain project budgets, cost plans, and cash flow forecasts.
- Monitor project expenditures and compare actual costs against approved budgets.
- Prepare cost reports, forecasts, and variance analyses for management review.
- Track commitments, purchase orders, subcontractor payments, and project expenses.
- Coordinate with Project Managers, Procurement, Finance, and Site Teams to ensure cost control compliance.
- Review contracts, variations, claims, and change orders from a cost perspective.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities and recommend corrective actions when required.
- Ensure accurate cost allocation and reporting across multiple projects.
- Support project planning and tendering activities through cost analysis and benchmarking.
- Maintain proper documentation and records related to project costs and financial controls.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Finance, or a related field.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in cost control within construction or contracting companies.
- Strong understanding of project budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
- Experience working on commercial, mixed-use, or infrastructure projects.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems.
- Strong analytical, communication, and reporting skills.
- Knowledge of Saudi construction market practices is highly preferred.
Preferred Skills
- Cost estimation and project financial analysis.
- Contract administration and variation management.
- Advanced reporting and forecasting capabilities.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
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