Planning & Cost Control Manager

Job Description

Planning & Cost Control Manager

Position Details

Job Title: Planning & Cost Control Manager

Location: Congo

Industry: Industrial / Manufacturing

Experience Required: Minimum 10 Years

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Planning & Cost Control Manager with a strong Civil Engineering background to oversee project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and cost management activities for large-scale industrial/manufacturing projects in Congo.

The ideal candidate should possess strong expertise in project controls, cost analysis, scheduling, earned value management, and stakeholder coordination within a site-based industrial environment.

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning & Scheduling

Develop, monitor, and maintain detailed project schedules using Primavera P6 and MS Project

Establish project baselines, work breakdown structures (WBS), and scheduling frameworks

Track project progress and ensure alignment with approved timelines

Identify scheduling risks, delays, and resource constraints proactively

Recommend corrective actions to maintain project delivery schedules

Cost Control & Budget Management

Develop and implement cost control systems across all project phases

Monitor project budgets, expenditures, forecasts, and cash flow

Prepare cost reports, variance analyses, and financial progress updates for management

Lead Earned Value Management (EVM) processes and reporting

Ensure cost efficiency and budget compliance throughout project execution

Contract & Change Management

Review contractor and subcontractor progress claims and invoices

Manage project change control processes including scope changes and variations

Evaluate cost and schedule impacts related to project modifications

Support commercial and contractual discussions when required

Coordination & Reporting

Coordinate closely with Project Managers, Procurement, Finance, and Site Teams

Prepare weekly and monthly progress reports for senior management

Ensure alignment between operational execution and project planning objectives

Maintain accurate project documentation and reporting systems

Team Leadership

Lead and mentor planning and cost engineering teams on-site

Provide guidance on project controls best practices

Support capability development and team performance improvement

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering (Mandatory)

Minimum 10 years of experience in Planning & Cost Control

Strong experience in industrial, manufacturing, EPC, or infrastructure projects

Proficiency in Primavera P6, MS Project, and Advanced Excel

Strong knowledge of:

Earned Value Management (EVM)

Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)

Baseline Planning & Cost Tracking

Experience in contractor management and project reporting

Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills

Ability to work independently in remote or challenging site environments

Prior Africa or expatriate project experience will be an added advantage

Preferred Skills

Strong leadership and team management capabilities

Problem-solving and decision-making skills

Ability to manage multiple project priorities simultaneously

Strong commercial and contractual awareness

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive Expat Compensation Package

Accommodation Provided

Transportation Provided

Annual Leave & Flight Allowance

Opportunity to work on large-scale industrial projects in a high-growth region

Work Environment

Site-based role in a multicultural industrial environment

Dynamic and fast-paced project operations

Long-term career growth opportunity within international projects