<p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>We are seeking a <strong>Cost Project Control Specialist II</strong> to support project execution teams in the development, monitoring, and control of project budgets and costs. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented, analytical professional with a foundation in cost control and project management who is eager to grow in a fast-paced project environment.</p><p>W<strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Budget Development & Management</strong></li><li>Assist in recasting project estimates into structured budgets.</li><li>Ensure alignment with project scope, schedule, and resource requirements.</li><li>Maintain accurate budget documentation and cost tracking systems.</li><li><strong>Commitment Execution & Management</strong></li><li>Support execution of commitments against approved budgets (POs, contracts, subcontracts).</li><li>Track commitments to confirm alignment with budget limits and project objectives.</li><li>Monitor expenditures and report discrepancies or overruns.</li><li><strong>Change Management</strong></li><li>Assist in documenting and evaluating scope changes or variations affecting costs.</li><li>Support impact analysis for cost changes and maintain proper documentation.</li><li>Update budgets and forecasts with approved changes.</li><li><strong>Forecasting & Estimate at Completion (EAC)</strong></li><li>Contribute to developing cost forecasts using historical data and current expenditures.</li><li>Assist in calculating EAC by analyzing actual, committed, and projected costs.</li><li>Provide input for variance reports and recommend corrective actions.</li><li><strong>Reporting & Analysis</strong></li><li>Prepare cost reports, dashboards, and summaries for stakeholders.</li><li>Highlight cost trends, risks, and opportunities for optimization.</li><li><strong>Collaboration & Support</strong></li><li>Work with project managers, engineers, and procurement teams for accurate cost alignment.</li><li>Assist with audits and compliance reviews related to cost management processes.</li></ul><p><br></p>

<p>e<strong>Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Education:</strong> Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field.</li><li><strong>Experience:</strong> 2–5 years in cost control, project management, or related roles.</li><li><strong>Skills:</strong></li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with cost management software (Primavera, Procore, etc.) is a plus.</li><li>Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.</li><li>Basic understanding of project management and cost management principles.</li><li>Knowledge of cost estimating, budgeting, and forecasting techniques.</li><li>Familiarity with Earned Value Management (EVM) concepts preferred.</li></ul><p><br></p>

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