Project Capex Cost Controller Job at DATA4 Group (Frankfurt)

Job Description

The Regional CAPEX Controller, under the supervision of the D&C CAPEX control manager, helps managing and controlling costs associated with data center projects Portfolio of the company. This role involves monitoring project budgets, analyzing financial data, forecasting expenditures, and ensuring that financial objectives are met. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project cost management, preferably within the construction or technology sectors. The Regional CAPEX Controller will work very closely with the CAPEX control manager, the Capex Controller of the Financial team, in charge of cash and payment management, to ensure a stringent end to end Capex Management Process from Budget estimate to payment.

Job Responsibility

Develop and maintain project budgets in collaboration with project managers
Monitor budget performance, track variances, and report on financial status
Implement cost control procedures to track project expenses and identify discrepancies
Analyze financial data and prepare reports to assess cost performance and forecast future costs
Generate regular financial reports, including cost forecasts, variance analyses, and project profitability assessments
Present findings and recommendations to senior management and project stakeholders
Evaluate and process change orders and additional funding requests, ensuring proper documentation and approval
Assess the financial impact of changes on project budgets
Work closely with project managers, engineers, and procurement teams to ensure alignment on financial goals
Facilitate communication between departments to resolve cost-related issues
Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and relevant regulations
Recommend and implement cost control best practices and tools
Develop and maintain cost forecasting models to predict future financial performance of projects
Analyze historical data to inform future budgeting processes
Respect and enforce health and safety rules
Respect and enforce environmental policies
Respect and enforce information security policies
Respect and enforce the policy of reducing energy consumption

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Construction Management, or a related field
Minimum of 6 years in project cost control, financial analysis, or project management, preferably in data center or construction projects
Proficient in project management software and financial modeling tools
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Professional certifications (e.g., PMP, CAPM, Cost Engineer) are a plus
SOX knowledge
English mandatory, German preferably, French a plus
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Proactive: Takes initiative and ownership of tasks without needing constant direction
Accountable: Admits mistakes, learns from them, and delivers on commitments
Agile: Learns quickly and applies new knowledge in practical situations
Collaborative: Works effectively with diverse teams and adapts communication styles accordingly
Resilient: Maintains a positive attitude and composure under pressure
Independent: Works autonomously and takes calculated risks
Data-driven: Makes decisions based on evidence and analysis

Nice to have

Professional certifications (e.g., PMP, CAPM, Cost Engineer)
German language
French language

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