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Cost Control Engineer

Summary

Senior Cost Control Engineer tracks HVAC project budgets, analyzes cost variances, and prepares financial reports for large-scale USA-based construction projects.

This role is for one of the Weekday's clients

Salary range: Rs 1200000 - Rs 1800000 (ie INR 12- 18 LPA)

Min Experience: 10+ years

Location: Hyderabad
JobType: full-time

Industry: Construction | HVAC | MEP Engineering

We are looking for an experienced Senior Cost Control Engineer with a strong Mechanical/HVAC background to manage and control project costs for large-scale USA-based construction projects. The ideal candidate will be responsible for budget tracking, cost analysis, forecasting, and financial reporting while ensuring cost efficiency across HVAC project scopes.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

  • Monitor and track project budgets and actual costs across HVAC projects.
  • Control costs related to non-fixed purchase order (PO) items.
  • Analyze cost variances and identify financial risks and overruns.
  • Prepare weekly and monthly cost reports for project stakeholders.
  • Coordinate with Project Managers, Procurement, and Estimation teams.
  • Validate invoices, subcontractor bills, and purchase orders against approved budgets.
  • Support forecasting, budgeting, and cash flow planning.
  • Maintain cost control dashboards, reports, and documentation.
  • Implement cost control procedures and industry best practices.
  • Assist in cost benchmarking and procurement planning.

Required Skills & Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
  • Minimum 10 years of experience in Cost Control or Project Cost Management.
  • Experience in HVAC or MEP construction projects is mandatory.
  • Strong knowledge of project budgeting, forecasting, and cost reporting.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and cost reporting tools.
  • Ability to interpret BOQs, project drawings, and technical specifications.
  • Strong analytical, coordination, and communication skills.

Preferred Candidate

  • Experience working on international construction projects.
  • Strong understanding of procurement processes and subcontractor cost management.
  • Ability to work with cross-functional engineering and project teams.

Why Join Us?

  • Opportunity to work on prestigious international construction projects.
  • Exposure to advanced HVAC engineering standards.
  • Long-term career growth and stable employment.
  • Supportive and ethical work environment.
  • Opportunity for USA-based training for high-performing employees.

Work Details

  • Location: Hyderabad (On-site)
  • Working Days: Monday to Friday
  • Working Hours: 12:00 PM – 9:30 PM

Must-have skills

hvac, Cost Control, Mechanical Engineering

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