Junior Cost Controller – French Speaker

AtkinsRéalis

Junior Cost Controller managing project controls and cost management systems for EPCM projects. Collaborating with teams to ensure effective cost management and compliance with standards.

Posted 5/8/2026full-timeCairo • 🇪🇬 EgyptJuniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, implement, and maintain project controls systems, procedures, and standards to ensure effective cost management.
Coordinate the implementation of the EcoSys cost control tool, including user training and ongoing support.
Track, analyze, and report project expenditures against budgets and forecasts, including preparation of monthly cost reports, variance analyses, and dashboards.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of project budgets, actual costs, forecasts, accruals, and cash flow projections.
Collaborate with project managers, discipline leads, and procurement teams to update forecasts, evaluate change orders, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
Support contract management and invoicing processes by reviewing invoices, monitoring accruals, and providing cost-related insights.
Participate in project meetings to provide project controls updates and ensure compliance with internal project controls standards.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree preferred in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Building Technology, or other related field.
2-5 years of experience in cost control, preferably in major EPCM projects.
Strong understanding of project controls, cost allocation, and financial risk management.
Proficiency in project controls software in Ecosys.
Knowledge of Excel, Aconex Cost, Primavera P6, Power BI.
Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
Candidates must be flexible to work in different time zones like UK/Canada/USA based on the project requirements.
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary environment.
Professional fluency in English & French is a must (both written and spoken).

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive life insurance coverage
Medical insurance for you and your dependents
Annual leave balance in accordance with local labour law
Flexible and hybrid work solutions
Opportunity for local and global internal transfers
Company gratuity scheme
Discretionary bonus program
Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition

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Hard Skills & Tools

cost managementcost controlfinancial risk managementproject controlsvariance analysisbudget trackingforecastingaccruals managementinvoicing processesuser training

Soft Skills

analytical skillsorganizational skillscommunication skillscollaborative skillsflexibilityadaptabilityproblem-solvingattention to detailtime managementinterpersonal skills