Lead Cost Manager

Our Vision

SBM Offshore believes the oceans will provide the world with safe, sustainable and affordable energy for generations to come. We share our experience to make it happen.

Our Profile

We design, build, install and operate offshore floating facilities for the offshore energy industry. As a leading technology provider, we put our marine expertise at the service of a responsible energy transition by reducing emissions from fossil fuel production, while developing cleaner solutions for renewable energy sources. More than 7,000 SBMers worldwide are committed to sharing their experience to deliver safe, sustainable and affordable energy from the oceans for generations to come. Together, we are driving progress forward in a TRUE. BLUE. TRANSITION. 🌊

Job Overview

Responsible for leading and managing all cost control activities on a project.

• Manage and coach cost engineers and cost controllers allocated to project team
• Set-out and coordinate the cost activities on the project, including CASH planning, POC forecasting and manpower plans
• Present monthly project financial forecast
• Responsible for the timely and accurate issue of the monthly cost report
• Assist and advise the Project (Controls) Manager on cost issues
• Identify and advise on (contractual) opportunities and risks
• In-house coordination between relevant disciplines and/or departments for the project
• Assist in evaluation and subsequent preparation of change orders, financial disputes and claim settlements
• Contribute to good communication and team spirit
• Analyse contract after handover and prepare financial Project Summary
• Ensure that project taxation is properly handled in conjunction with Tax Counsel
• Prepare specific monthly reports at client or partner request
• Verify purchase requisitions (budgets, amounts and codes) before approval by Project Manager
• Issue NBVs and PBVs as necessary, in close cooperation with Project Control Manager
• Prepare project finalization. Provisions to be followed until project closing in accounting
• Prepare audit files for the semester review

Job Requirements

Education: Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.

Experience: Significant experience in cost management, project cost control, or a similar role, with some time spent in a leadership position.

• Leadership with hands-on mentality
• Training and Coaching skills
• Accurate, analytical, independent and pro-active
• Communication skills (listening, persuasive, presenting verbal, written)
• Analytical skills – analyze financial data and interpret results effectively
• Data Analysis tools such as Power BI (as a nice to have)
• Excel skills – proficient in advanced functions
• Teamwork – Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Adaptability – Flexibility to adapt to changing work environment and priorities
• Fluent in English
• Curiosity, pro-activity, ownership

"Working with SBM Offshore means taking part in exciting and innovative projects that make an impact worldwide. It's a place where your ambitions can truly grow."
– John Doe, Project Manager

General Company Information

SBM Offshore N.V. is a listed holding company that is headquartered in Amsterdam. It holds direct and indirect interests in other companies that collectively with SBM Offshore N.V. form the SBM Offshore Group (“the Company”).

SBM Offshore is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. SBM Offshore does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

For further information, please visit our website at www.sbmoffshore.com. The companies in which SBM Offshore N.V., directly and indirectly, owns investments are separate entities.