Manager, Group Project Cost Control

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION Methodology & Framework Implementation Applies the group's project cost control methodologies and standards at the project/programme level. Ensures project teams follow defined processes for estimation, forecasting, cost recording, and change control. Provides feedback to improve cost control practices and tools. Project Oversight & Reporting Monitors cost performance for assigned projects or programme clusters, including forecasting and variance analysis. Reviews monthly cost reports, dashboards, and financial insights submitted by Commercial Units. Validates assumptions, quantifies risks, and highlights financial issues requiring escalation. System & Tool Operation Maintains accurate project financial data within the group’s cost management system and related tools. Collaborates with system owners to resolve data quality issues and propose enhancements. Supports training and onboarding for system users. Budgeting & Investment Support Supports project managers in developing cost estimates, business case financials, and annual budgets. Monitors baselines, tracks expenditures, and validates cost impacts of change requests. Ensures project spending stays within approved financial thresholds. Audit, Assurance & Compliance Collates documentation and evidence for internal and external audits. Maintains financial records in compliance with group cost control policies. Conducts verification checks to ensure adherence to governance controls. Stakeholder Alignment & Support Engages with project managers, Finance, Procurement, and Subcontracting to ensure effective cost management. Provides guidance, analysis, and recommendations to improve project cost performance. Facilitates communication of cost‑related issues to relevant stakeholders. JOB REQUIREMENTS Possess Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (preferred). Minimum 10 years of experience in system development and support. Strong leadership and management capabilities. Extensive knowledge of Java, Spring Boot, Angular, Oracle SQL, Power Automate, Power Apps, and Power BI. Strong understanding of DevSecOps, CI/CD, Microservices, Domain-Driven Design, and Security by Design. Experience in both waterfall and agile SDLC methodologies. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Strong communication and interpersonal abilities. Experience in effort and duration estimation, including requirements, design, testing, implementation, data mapping, and interfaces (added advantage). Experience modernizing legacy applications with modern technologies (optional but preferred). Working Venue Seatrium (SG) Pte. Ltd. Pioneer Yard, 50 Gul Road, Singapore 629351 Working Hours Monday – Thursday: 8:00am – 5.15pm Friday: 8:00am – 4.30pm Interested candidates are invited to send us an updated resume with your current and expected salary and earliest availability. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Please note that your personal data disclosed to Seatrium (SG) Pte. Ltd. and our group of companies, shall be used for the purposes of evaluation, and processing in accordance with our recruitment processes and policies. By providing your personal data, you have consented to the aforesaid purpose under the provisions of the Personal Data Protection Act 2012. BUSINESS UNIT Seatrium Limited