Cost Controller ( UAE National )

Responsibilities

• Review and control project budgets in collaboration with project managers and your line manager
• Participate to regular variance analysis to compare actual costs against planned costs
• Support the review and analysis of earned value metrics to support project forecasting, variance analysis, and reporting to project stakeholders
• Participate to the project cash flow, ensuring costs are aligned with project milestones and payments to vendors and subcontractors are made according to contract terms
• Support the analysis of financial statements to identify potential improvements and develop strategies to optimize cost-effectiveness against approved budgets
• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets
• Collaborate with project managers to identify cost-saving opportunities and recommend measures to reduce expenses
• Perform cost-benefit analysis on prospective projects and provide associated metrics to support the decision makers
• Support the preparation of comprehensive financial reports to management to aid decision-making processes

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or commerce graduate students
• Fresh Graduate or Junior experience in cost control or financial management, preferably within the Construction / Maintenance industry
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a detail-oriented approach
• Thorough understanding of accounting principles, budgeting procedures, and Earned Value Management (EVM) principles
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex financial information to various stakeholders
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, particularly Excel for financial modelling and analysis
• Experience with financial forecasting, variance analysis, and project cash flow management
• Knowledge of industry-specific financial regulations (IFRS15) and reporting standards (preferred)

About the Company

Waagner Biro Bridge Services is a leading engineering and construction company in the UAE, with over 50 years of experience delivering specialized infrastructure, bridge, and maintenance solutions across Dubai and the wider region. Backed by a highly experienced team of civil, mechanical, structural, and electrical engineers, the company provides advanced engineering services tailored to the requirements of both government and private sector clients.