Senior Cost Controller (On-site) - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Decima International is a professional services company, providing project management and controls services to clients in the United States and the Middle East. Our mission is to become the premier professional services provider across all industry sectors we are engaged in. To accomplish this, Decima International’s founders established a simple yet powerful formula:

Approach each client engagement as a partnership, create an environment that attracts the most talented professionals and allows them to flourish, and regulate growth to maintain excellence in our service standards.

Decima International is a professional services company, providing project management and controls services to clients in the United States and the Middle East. Our mission is to become the premier professional services provider across all industry sectors we are engaged in. To accomplish this, Decima International’s founders established a simple yet powerful formula:

Approach each client engagement as a partnership, create an environment that attracts the most talented professionals and allows them to flourish, and regulate growth to maintain excellence in our service standards.

If you are interested in a long and rewarding career working with high-profile clients on some of the most challenging projects in the world, then Decima is where you belong. At Decima, you will be able to explore incredible growth and professional development opportunities.

We are looking for a highly skilled and driven Senior Cost Controller to support our diverse portfolio of projects across various sectors, including infrastructure, technology, and construction. This client-facing role requires exceptional analytical, organizational, and communication skills, with a strong emphasis on cost management, forecasting, and reporting. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of project controls, cost engineering, and financial management principles, as well as the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.

We’re looking to bring in dedicated individuals who are eager to contribute to high-impact projects while pursuing opportunities for growth and development in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee the cost control activities on projects, ensuring that all costs are tracked, reported, and controlled in line with the project budget.

• Maintain and assist in the development of cost control systems, including cost reports, forecasts, and change management procedures.

• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to review cost data, identify discrepancies, and provide recommendations to mitigate cost overruns.

• Provide monthly and quarterly cost reports for senior management, highlighting key financial metrics, including earned value analysis (EVA) and cost variance.

• Track and report on project performance against the approved budget and schedule, identifying areas for improvement and corrective action.

• Develop and maintain project cash flow in conjunction with the project schedule and financial/cost inputs.

• Perform cost analysis to support project decisions, including evaluating alternative cost scenarios, conducting risk analysis, and providing cost forecasting.

• Support the preparation of project proposals and budgets by providing accurate cost estimates and assessing financial risks.

• Analyze and manage project change orders, ensuring that all changes are documented and their financial impact is accurately reflected in the project budget.

• Assist in negotiating and managing contracts with subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers to ensure compliance with budgetary constraints.

• Review contractor invoices, ensuring that all costs are legitimate and within the agreed terms.

• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and industry standards in all cost control activities.

• Perform other related duties as required and assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required qualifications:

• 8+ years of cost control or cost engineering experience in the construction field.

• Strong understanding of project cost management principles, including cost forecasting, variance analysis, and cost control procedures.

• Demonstrated experience with cost control software and financial reporting tools (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Excel, SAP).

• Proven track record in managing project budgets, identifying cost discrepancies, and providing corrective actions.

• Ability to analyze complex financial data and communicate findings clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to effectively present financial information to clients and senior management.

• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently in a fast-paced environment.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Preferred qualifications:

• Prior experience working on hyperscale data center projects, with strong knowledge of their cost structures and delivery requirements.

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, civil engineering, finance, accounting, or related technical fields.

• Master’s degree in Construction Management, Finance, or related fields.

• Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified Cost Professional (CCP) certification.

• Relevant experience and/or expertise in the managed service requirements being proposed for.

• Experience with earned value management (EVM) and risk management processes.

• Experience working on large-scale projects or with international teams.

• Active membership in PMI, AACE, or similar professional associations.

• SAP or similar platform experience.

POSITION DETAILS

• Location (On-site): Milwaukee, Wisconsin

• Position: Senior Cost Controller

• Position Classification: Salary-based full-time hours

• Current work permit required. This position does not offer sponsorship for employment (e.g., H-1B visa sponsorship or transfer not offered)

PRODUCTIVITY TOOLS

• Microsoft Excel

• Primavera P6

• SAP

• Microsoft Office

Decima International is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law.

At Decima International, we offer a competitive salary package, including paid time off and performance-based bonuses. We also provide excellent medical, vision and dental insurance for our employees.