JOB TITLE: PROJECT COST CONTROLLER
CLIENT: GLOBAL ENERGY OPERATOR
LOCATION: PARIS, LA DEFENSE, FRANCE
ASSIGNMENT TYPE: CONTRACT
START DATE: ASAP
CONTRACT LENGTH: ANNUALLY RENEWABLE CONTRACT
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB DIMENSIONS
This position exists up to the completion of the development phase including Project closeout.
The project management and central controls teams are based in Paris and the
package teams are primarily based in engineering and site locations in Paris, Milan and
Mozambique (Maputo & Afungi) during this phase. Subject to missions to Project locations
as necessary. Cost Control budget perimeter is up to 4,000 m$.
ACTIVITIES
Project Cost System Management/Maintenance
Responsible for the operations and maintenance of the project cost control system
(U-Cost or similar)
Focal point for creation of new WBS within SAP including the mapping structure of
SAP WBS to the project cost control system
Performs consolidation of project monthly actual expenditure within project cost
system and alignment of actual cost with finance team
Support the effective operation of the project cost system by informing, supporting,
directing and training relevant personnel in their understanding, responsibilities and
objectives.
Give advice and propose improvements with regards to the Cost coding structure
already developed.
Owners Project Management Team Labor Cost Control
Preparation, consolidation and reviews with Project Management of Project Team
labor costs (including all budget/forecast deliverables)
Collaborate with Human Resources to ensure understanding of project Workforce
Plan including understating of changes to baseline plan
Perform calculations for use in the intercompany invoicing of labor costs including
reconciliations within all impacted entities
Other Cost Control Activities
Participate in the budget preparation for owners 3rd party services (such as
Marketing & Shipping, Project Services, etc)
Participate (from Cost Control point of view) in the preparation / consolidation and
review of the various Project budgets and updates (internal and external / Annual and
Multiyear) with inputs from the members of the Project Team and provide "ad hoc"
support as required.
Assist in the cost assessment of any contract variations and identify any Project cost
trends, drifts, variances data update and maintain the Project Final Cost Estimate,
prepare the Monthly Cost Report with comments.
Support the preparation of necessary Project, Subsidiary and Partners /
Shareholders / Concessionaire / Group cost information and data
Ensure right implementation and propose improvements of Project and Corporate
procedures, means and tools in order to ensure the efficient organization and
operation of the Project Cost Control activities.
Provide the necessary checks, approval functions for invoices submitted, in
accordance with Contracts, Project & Company procedures, Sarbanes & Oxley
requirements and DoA.
Liaise actively with Finance Department for all matters related to cost and accounting
as required (Commitments, invoice processing and payment, accruals, payment
claims and disputes...), via Finance Interface Coordinator (if mobilized)
Provide input into the SAP UNISOL System, regarding payment schedules (cash
calls), invoicing and cost control issues as required.
Ensure strict confidentiality of all the Budget and Cost documentation (whatever its
support)
To timely report to the Cost Control Manager, highlighting achieved progress and
timely reporting any area of concern or problem encountered; to assist and support
him with all matters related to Cost Control.
To gather 'lessons learnt' and provide feedback to other TotalEnergies entities as
required. To participate in the enhancement of Cost Engineering profession and
Project Cost Control expertise vis-à-vis the Company and the Subsidiary.
Ensure Project Cost Control activities is performed in compliance with Company
procedures and Guidelines, by providing feedback and support to the Cost Control
Manager
CONTEXT AND ENVIRONMENT
In September 2019, a few months after project FID, TotalEnergies acquired Anadarko's
operating share (26.5%) of MozLNG Area 1 alongside several Partners from Japan, India
and Thailand, and the Mozambiquan National Oil company, ENH. This is the first operated
development of TotalEnergies in Mozambique.
ACCOUNTABILITIES
The position activities will be performed in close collaboration and coordination with the
Project Management. The job holder will play an essential role of managing the operation of
the project cost control system to support the preparation of consistent and accurate project
cost status updates and reporting. A key contributor to ensure project budgets are well
forecasted and that the project team is kept fully aware of the state of project budgets.
QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Minimum Education: Engineer / bachelor's degree in business management or similar
Minimum Experience: 5+ years of experience in major oil and gas project cost control
Required Skills /Certifications:
Major Oil and Gas project developments knowledge and experience, with Partner
and Government reporting interfaces
Excellent organizational ability and commitment to meeting deadlines
Requires team spirit with ability to work closely with various stakeholders
(international teams, vendors & subcontractors, affiliates, HQ, etc.)
Strong communication and proficient presentation skills
Knowledgeable and experienced 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.
Budget and Cost Control tools: SAP (UNISOL), U-Cost (or similar), Excel, PowerBI,
Knowledge of Total rules/procedures
Language Requirements:
Fluent English required.
Portuguese language skills will assist performance
CLIENT: GLOBAL ENERGY OPERATOR
LOCATION: PARIS, LA DEFENSE, FRANCE
ASSIGNMENT TYPE: CONTRACT
START DATE: ASAP
CONTRACT LENGTH: ANNUALLY RENEWABLE CONTRACT
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB DIMENSIONS
This position exists up to the completion of the development phase including Project closeout.
The project management and central controls teams are based in Paris and the
package teams are primarily based in engineering and site locations in Paris, Milan and
Mozambique (Maputo & Afungi) during this phase. Subject to missions to Project locations
as necessary. Cost Control budget perimeter is up to 4,000 m$.
ACTIVITIES
Project Cost System Management/Maintenance
Responsible for the operations and maintenance of the project cost control system
(U-Cost or similar)
Focal point for creation of new WBS within SAP including the mapping structure of
SAP WBS to the project cost control system
Performs consolidation of project monthly actual expenditure within project cost
system and alignment of actual cost with finance team
Support the effective operation of the project cost system by informing, supporting,
directing and training relevant personnel in their understanding, responsibilities and
objectives.
Give advice and propose improvements with regards to the Cost coding structure
already developed.
Owners Project Management Team Labor Cost Control
Preparation, consolidation and reviews with Project Management of Project Team
labor costs (including all budget/forecast deliverables)
Collaborate with Human Resources to ensure understanding of project Workforce
Plan including understating of changes to baseline plan
Perform calculations for use in the intercompany invoicing of labor costs including
reconciliations within all impacted entities
Other Cost Control Activities
Participate in the budget preparation for owners 3rd party services (such as
Marketing & Shipping, Project Services, etc)
Participate (from Cost Control point of view) in the preparation / consolidation and
review of the various Project budgets and updates (internal and external / Annual and
Multiyear) with inputs from the members of the Project Team and provide "ad hoc"
support as required.
Assist in the cost assessment of any contract variations and identify any Project cost
trends, drifts, variances data update and maintain the Project Final Cost Estimate,
prepare the Monthly Cost Report with comments.
Support the preparation of necessary Project, Subsidiary and Partners /
Shareholders / Concessionaire / Group cost information and data
Ensure right implementation and propose improvements of Project and Corporate
procedures, means and tools in order to ensure the efficient organization and
operation of the Project Cost Control activities.
Provide the necessary checks, approval functions for invoices submitted, in
accordance with Contracts, Project & Company procedures, Sarbanes & Oxley
requirements and DoA.
Liaise actively with Finance Department for all matters related to cost and accounting
as required (Commitments, invoice processing and payment, accruals, payment
claims and disputes...), via Finance Interface Coordinator (if mobilized)
Provide input into the SAP UNISOL System, regarding payment schedules (cash
calls), invoicing and cost control issues as required.
Ensure strict confidentiality of all the Budget and Cost documentation (whatever its
support)
To timely report to the Cost Control Manager, highlighting achieved progress and
timely reporting any area of concern or problem encountered; to assist and support
him with all matters related to Cost Control.
To gather 'lessons learnt' and provide feedback to other TotalEnergies entities as
required. To participate in the enhancement of Cost Engineering profession and
Project Cost Control expertise vis-à-vis the Company and the Subsidiary.
Ensure Project Cost Control activities is performed in compliance with Company
procedures and Guidelines, by providing feedback and support to the Cost Control
Manager
CONTEXT AND ENVIRONMENT
In September 2019, a few months after project FID, TotalEnergies acquired Anadarko's
operating share (26.5%) of MozLNG Area 1 alongside several Partners from Japan, India
and Thailand, and the Mozambiquan National Oil company, ENH. This is the first operated
development of TotalEnergies in Mozambique.
ACCOUNTABILITIES
The position activities will be performed in close collaboration and coordination with the
Project Management. The job holder will play an essential role of managing the operation of
the project cost control system to support the preparation of consistent and accurate project
cost status updates and reporting. A key contributor to ensure project budgets are well
forecasted and that the project team is kept fully aware of the state of project budgets.
QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Minimum Education: Engineer / bachelor's degree in business management or similar
Minimum Experience: 5+ years of experience in major oil and gas project cost control
Required Skills /Certifications:
Major Oil and Gas project developments knowledge and experience, with Partner
and Government reporting interfaces
Excellent organizational ability and commitment to meeting deadlines
Requires team spirit with ability to work closely with various stakeholders
(international teams, vendors & subcontractors, affiliates, HQ, etc.)
Strong communication and proficient presentation skills
Knowledgeable and experienced 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.
Budget and Cost Control tools: SAP (UNISOL), U-Cost (or similar), Excel, PowerBI,
Knowledge of Total rules/procedures
Language Requirements:
Fluent English required.
Portuguese language skills will assist performance