Project Cost Controller (EPC)

TL;DR

Project Cost Controller (EPC): Managing financial performance and cost control for the Protos Energy Recovery Facility project with an accent on budget analysis, subcontractor invoice approval, and accurate cost forecasting. Focus on implementing financial processes, supporting revenue recognition, and ensuring compliance with EPC contract structures.

Location: Must be based in or able to work onsite at Protos ERF, Ellesmere Port, UK

Company

hirify.global is a global leader in waste-to-energy technology, dedicated to creating sustainable infrastructure and turning waste into valuable energy resources.

What you will do

• Monitor project costs, analyze deviations, and provide accurate cost-to-complete forecasts.
• Manage local project finances including petty cash, credit cards, and bank accounts.
• Support revenue recognition and margin control through accruals for Civil and Site Lots.
• Review and approve subcontractor invoices for budget compliance.
• Collaborate with site teams and Head Office stakeholders in Zurich.

Requirements

• Must be able to work onsite at Protos ERF, Ellesmere Port, UK.
• Proven experience in cost control within construction, engineering, or project accounting.
• Strong knowledge of SAP (PS, SD, MM, FI modules).
• Advanced MS Office skills, particularly Excel.
• Solid understanding of EPC contract structures and project controlling.
• Experience with Percentage-of-Completion (PoC) accounting under IFRS is highly desirable.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive package with annual salary review and discretionary bonus.
• Generous pension scheme with up to 10% employer contribution.
• 24 days annual leave plus option to purchase 5 additional days.
• Comprehensive private medical and dental insurance.
• Life assurance (4x salary) and disability cover.
• Wellbeing support and Cycle to Work scheme.