Cost Controller
Hatch
Manage project cost data, forecasts, budgeting, and reporting for construction projects.
29 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Chattanooga, TN
Onsite
Company Size
10,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Consulting
Project Management
Design
Technical Services
Construction services
Architecture
Property Development
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Energy
Infrastructure
Buildings
Water Resources
Heavy Civil
Marine
Transport
Role
What you would be doing
asset register
cost report
budget forecast
trend management
procurement tracking
data import
- Establish with the assistance of the Lead Cost Controller asset management methodology, based on client asset management philosophy (asset register).
- Produce asset capitalization report in accordance with client requirements.
- Participate in the trending and change management process and incorporate approved trends into the project estimate at completion.
- Forecast project contingency requirements, escalation, forex, currencies etc.
- Update budget, commitment, forecast, payment and cost statement for monthly report.
- Attend periodic reviews and establish and maintain forecasts for all packages.
- Record and maintain commitments based on procurement contracts, contract amendments, contract change notices, PO revisions.
- Overview of procurement, contracts, quantity surveying, planning, scheduling and engineering processes and procedures.
- Generate data and curves for each cost profile (baselines and periodic updates).
- Produce and review with Lead Cost Controller cost report and analyze variances.
- Attend periodic reviews and establish and maintain forecasts for all packages and ensure full coding, based on EPCM status report, expenditures (ex Project Accountant) and project changes/trends (e.g. Trend and Change Coordinator).
- Assign budget for procurement packages, perform budget reconciliation or scope and pricing and produce reconciliation statements.
- Obtain progress info from EPCM Controller and update EPCM status report.
- Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
- Update and maintain budget with approved PCNs.
- Import detailed actual cost and commitment data into cost system and run complete detailed baseline cost report by package.
What you bring
budgeting
estimating
project management
engineering
5 years
multidiscipline
- Good knowledge of budgeting, forecasting final costs, cash flows and estimating.
- Tertiary qualification in engineering or related discipline or appropriate project related experience.
- Good knowledge of project management principles.
- Sound technical knowledge in a multi-discipline environment.
- Working knowledge of Estimating and tendering processes.
- A minimum of 5 years of experience as a Cost Controller in a multidiscipline project environment.
- Flexible work environment
- Long term career development
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Company
Overview
Founded in 1955
Year of Establishment
The company was established in 1955, marking the beginning of its engineering journey.
70+ Offices
Global Presence
Operates with over 70 offices, supporting projects worldwide.
- Began as a small civil-engineering firm and expanded into metallurgy under its namesake leader.
- Now employee-owned and independent, it has grown through strategic acquisitions of engineering firms across North America and beyond.
- Offers end-to-end services—from concept and feasibility through design, construction management, and operations—in key sectors.
- Projects include heavy industrial and mining operations, hydropower tunnels, green-steel plants, and rail & transit infrastructure.
- Specialises in multidisciplinary engineering disciplines including structural, mechanical, civil, piping, electrical, and process design.
- Known for integrating advanced tools like 3D parametric design, simulation, CFD, and proprietary Hatch software in project delivery.
- Milestones include delivering North America’s Niagara Tunnel Project and pioneering high-current AP60 aluminium smelting pots.
- Combines local insight with global expertise to support projects in over 150 countries.
- We believe in people, the power of diverse perspectives, and the value of collaboration.
- We are committed to solving some of the world’s most complex challenges and creating sustainable solutions.
- We focus on fostering a culture of trust and respect where all individuals are empowered to contribute their best work.
- We embrace a growth mindset, prioritizing continuous learning and development.
- We celebrate innovation, creativity, and an entrepreneurial spirit.
2050 Target
Net Zero Emissions Commitment
Committed to achieving net zero emissions, enhancing environmental resilience and reducing global impacts.
- Works towards sustainable solutions, helping clients in energy, water, and infrastructure sectors.
- Integrates sustainable practices in operations, focusing on renewable energy and circular economy principles.
- Involved in large-scale projects to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and build environmental resilience.
By 2030
Gender Balance Goal
Aims to achieve equal representation of women and men in leadership roles.
- Promotes a culture of inclusion, where diverse backgrounds and perspectives are valued.
- Has set clear targets for improving gender representation and inclusion within the workforce.
- Reports on its progress towards diversity and inclusion through transparent metrics, focusing on increasing gender diversity at all levels.
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