Cost Controller

TC Energy

. Monitor, analyze, forecast, and report project cost performance throughout the project lifecycle .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeMexico City • MexicoMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project cost performance monitoring, variance analysis, and forecasting, with a strong foundation in cost engineering principles and project control processes. Proficient in utilizing SAP and Microsoft Office Suite for effective financial reporting and project management.

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Project Cost Performance MonitoringVariance AnalysisCost Engineering PrinciplesSAP ProficiencyBudgeting And Forecasting

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Hard Skills

Cost ControlChange ManagementFinancial ReportingProject AccountingEarned Value SystemsWork Breakdown StructureRisk AnalysisCost EstimatingContingency ManagementProject Control Functions

Soft Skills

Problem-Solving SkillsAttention To DetailAnalytical SkillsOrganizational SkillsCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

SAPMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office SuitePrimavera P6Microsoft ProjectMicrosoft Power BI

Industry Keywords

EPC ExperienceOwner ExperienceProject Control SystemsCost ImpactsSchedule Data

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Monitor, analyze, forecast, and report project cost performance throughout the project lifecycle
Review project performance using variance analysis, trend analysis, and earned value performance
Monitor project data, identify trends, and advise on impacts of changes, modifications, or alternatives
Lead forecasts for project completion costs, including productivity, labor rates, commitments, change management, schedule impacts, material cost variance, contract changes, and invoice payments
Prepare regular project reports explaining incurred, committed, forecasted costs, and variances
Develop and maintain the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
Track contingency, management reserve, and approved changes to the project budget
Collaborate with Project Managers and project teams on construction cost tracking, commitments, schedule requirements, and risk items
Support financial reporting for bidding, contract selection, and contract administration
Review contract billing requirements, issue requisitions, and assist with invoice reviews and payment approvals
Lead project audits and reviews for compliance with standards and processes
Identify forecasting and project cost-control improvements and document lessons learned
Conduct strategic planning, budget reviews, and risk analysis with upper management
Maintain project forecasts and cost flow in SAP
Work with Supply Chain to update incurred costs and ensure contracts are coded appropriately
Prepare ad hoc reports for different company departments

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related discipline is required
3–6 years of related experience
Working knowledge of project control functions and processes, including planning/scheduling, cost estimating, cost control, change management, financial, and project accounting processes and systems
Sound problem-solving skills and attention to detail and accuracy
Excellent analytical skills and ability to gather and analyze data for informed decisions and recommendations
Fluent in English is mandatory
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Project experience ranging from $3M to $50M
Knowledge and experience with cost engineering principles and methods, including budgeting and forecasting, change management, management systems/procedures, Cost and Work Breakdown Structures, Earned Value Systems, and contingency management
EPC and/or Owner experience
Knowledge of recognizing and evaluating risks, hazards, losses, cost impacts, and relationships between cost and schedule data
Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities
Organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presenting and communicating effectively at various levels
Knowledge of SAP or other ERP systems
Knowledge of project control systems
Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or another scheduling system is a plus
Microsoft Power BI knowledge

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal opportunity employer
Recruitment accommodations and accessible formats available
Background screening required for all positions
Potential offer at a different level or job title aligned with qualifications