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Cost Controller

Miri, Sarawak · Onsite · Mid
Contract

This role is open to candidates who already hold the right to work in Malaysia. The client is not sponsoring a work permit or relocation for this position. Sarawakian candidates will be prioritised. Candidates from other states are welcome to apply, subject to client approval and applicable Sarawak work authorisation or permit requirements.

Start date
2026-11-01
Project phase
Construction & Installation
Asset type
Upstream Oil & Gas · Midstream Oil & Gas
Education
Diploma

Overview

Maintain budgets, track expenditures, prepare cost forecasts and reports, analyze variances, and reconcile costs with project teams.

Scope of work

The Cost Controller will monitor project costs and forecasts and highlight variances to support accurate financial reporting.

Key responsibilities include

  • maintaining cost codes, budgets, commitments, and actual expenditure
  • preparing cost reports, forecasts, and estimates to complete
  • analyzing budget variances and flagging potential overruns
  • tracking purchase orders, subcontract costs, and approved variations
  • reconciling cost information with procurement, finance, and project teams

Key requirements

  • Diploma or degree in finance, accounting, quantity surveying, engineering or a related field
  • Relevant cost control experience within construction, industrial or oil and gas projects
  • Strong Excel skills and familiarity with cost reporting or ERP systems
  • Ability to interpret commitments, accruals, forecasts and supporting documents

Software and tools

Excel
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