Lead Cost Manager

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

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reference
Job reference 1264928
location
Location Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
sector
Sector Energy - Oil & Gas
function
Function Quality
type
Employment type Contract
date
Date published October 14, 2025

Cost Control Manager

Working Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Contract/Permanent: Permanent

Work Schedule: 5 days, 8 hours

Job Description

The Lead Cost Manager is responsible for overseeing all cost-related activities across multiple projects, ensuring financial targets and budgets are consistently met. This role provides strategic financial leadership and insights to enhance cost efficiency and support data-driven decision-making across the organization.

Job Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage cost control functions across various projects, ensuring alignment with financial goals.
  • Oversee cost estimation, budgeting, and financial analysis to support project delivery within approved budgets.
  • Collaborate closely with project managers, finance teams, and senior leadership to provide financial guidance and drive cost optimization.
  • Monitor project expenditures, identify variances, and implement corrective actions as needed.
  • Support the development and implementation of cost management tools and reporting systems.
  • Ensure compliance with internal financial policies and external regulatory requirements.

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
  • Professional certifications such as CPA, PMP, CCE, or AACE are considered an advantage.
  • 7–10 years of experience in cost control, with at least 3 years in a lead role
  • Prior experience in FPSO project

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