Brunel · 3 weeks ago
Project Controls Engineer III - Lead Cost
Phoenix, AZ
Contract
Onsite
Senior Level
6+ years expBrunel is currently recruiting for a Project Controls Engineer III – Lead Cost for a long term contract opportunity. This role will support large-scale mining projects focused on infrastructure across multiple mine sites, requiring the candidate to lead cost control processes and manage the change management process.
Information TechnologySoftware Engineering
Hiring Manager
Cindy King
Responsibilities
Lead cost control processes across projects—develop cost control systems, track commitments, accruals, forecasts, and change management
Own and manage the cost scope of the change management process using company systems
Prepare and deliver weekly, monthly, and quarterly cost performance reports at both project and corporate levels
Review design and procurement changes for cost and schedule impacts; identify quantity variances based on MTOs
Forecast, evaluate risks, and recommend corrective actions for schedule slippage or cost overruns
Interface with engineering, procurement, and construction teams to align scopes and track performance
Conduct contractor audits (equipment, time, invoicing) to validate cost accuracy
Prepare cost estimates for minor scopes and review change orders for compliance
Drive solutions to project controls issues and continuously improve processes
Qualification
Required
6–12+ years of experience in project controls or engineering on major industrial/construction EPC projects
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or Business (or equivalent experience)
Strong working knowledge of SAP and ERP systems
Advanced Excel skills; working knowledge of project dashboards
Clear communicator with ability to present cost performance to project and corporate stakeholders
Solid understanding of estimating, forecasting, and accounting principles
Must be willing to travel 25-50% to sites based on project needs
Preferred
Experience using Primavera P6 and EcoSys
Background in heavy industrial or mining construction environments
Benefits
Full benefits offered and start on day 1
All travel and accommodations covered
401K matching
4x1 rotation available for single-status, suppling fully furnished accommodations, travel to and from home location, rental car and monthly stipend
Company
Brunel
Founded in 1975, we are a global specialist delivering customised project and workforce solutions to drive sustainable industry transformations through technology and talent.
10001+ employees
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