Cost Control Lead – Power Generation - Texas
Verto People is recruiting a Cost Control Lead to provide owner-side financial oversight on a power generation project.
You’ll monitor project expenditure, assess changes and maintain reliable forecasts, giving project leadership a clear view of current costs and anticipated spend.
Key responsibilities
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Maintain cost reports, including commitments, accruals and expenditure.
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Prepare forecasts and investigate variances against budget.
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Assess the financial impact of proposed changes.
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Track contingency use and identify emerging cost risks.
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Review contractor invoices and payment applications.
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Produce clear cost reporting for project management and senior leadership.
Requirements
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At least 10 years of cost control experience on major capital projects.
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At least five years representing an owner or client overseeing EPC delivery under lump-sum contracts.
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Strong cost management systems knowledge and advanced Excel skills.
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Practical experience with earned value analysis and cost forecasting.
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A bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience.
Power generation experience and responsibility for contingency management on major projects would be advantageous.