Introduction

Our client is seeking an experienced Turnaround Cost Engineer to support the successful planning, execution, and close-out of major turnaround activities within a complex industrial environment. This role is responsible for delivering accurate cost control, forecasting, reporting, and financial analysis to ensure disciplined project execution and strong financial performance.

What are you going to do 

  • Develop, maintain, and update cost estimates for turnaround scopes throughout planning and execution phases.
  • Perform cost tracking, forecasting, accruals, and variance analysis throughout turnaround execution.
  • Manage commitments, purchase orders, work orders, and invoice validation in alignment with established financial processes.
  • Prepare routine cost reports, dashboards, and performance updates highlighting trends, risks, and forecast changes.
  • Support contingency planning, cost risk analysis, and forecast management activities.
  • Interface with contractors and vendors to review cost performance, progress updates, and forecast accuracy.
  • Support turnaround close-out activities, including final cost reconciliation, documentation, and lessons learned.
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of cost control processes, systems, and reporting standards.
  • Identify and escalate cost risks, trends, and control gaps proactively.
  • Partner with turnaround, maintenance, planning, and scheduling teams to ensure alignment between scope, schedule, and cost.
  • Support procurement and contracting activities, including bid evaluations, invoice reviews, and commercial compliance.
  • Provide coaching, guidance, and technical support to junior cost control professionals where required.
  • Deliver accurate cost forecasts, accruals, cash flow projections, and performance reporting throughout all project phases.
  • Support budget planning and financial assurance activities while maintaining compliance with company standards and audit requirements.

Essential skills and knowledge 

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Finance, Business, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Minimum 10 years of experience in cost engineering, project controls, maintenance, shutdown, turnaround, or industrial project environments.
  • Experience supporting refinery, petrochemical, manufacturing, energy, mining, or other large industrial operations is considered an asset.
  • Strong knowledge of cost estimating, forecasting, accruals, variance analysis, earned value management, and change management practices.
  • Proficiency with SAP and advanced Microsoft Excel.
  • Experience with Primavera P6, Power BI, Prometheus, or other cost and reporting tools is considered an asset.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced turnaround environment.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Demonstrated commitment to safety, financial discipline, and operational excellence.
  • Experience mentoring or coaching junior cost control professionals is considered an asset.
  • Willingness to support extended or flexible work hours during turnaround execution periods.

What we offer

Brunel provides the opportunity to work on major projects with leading organizations in mining, energy, infrastructure, and related technical industries. We connect skilled professionals with meaningful assignments that support project execution, operational readiness, and long-term business success.

Closing: 11 September 2026

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Do you have questions?

Vacancy reference: TR-294927

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Corporate recruiter

Navtaj Dhaliwal

+1 647 288 2762

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Application process

First Contact

We carefully review your application and in the coming weeks, you will be notified for an interview session if you are selected. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7 days.

Scheduling an Interview

After being shortlisted, you will be contacted via email or telephone to arrange for a date on your availability for the qualification interview.

Phone/ Qualification Interview

During the interview, you will be assessed on your level of experience and skills, work history, availability, and the qualifications the company is seeking for the position.

Meeting in Real Life

After successfully making through the phone interview, a face to face interview will be scheduled between the candidate and recruiter. This session can be a more in-depth  interview to review your communication and interpersonal skills.

Application for the Position

Submission of candidates resume for client’s approval and screening.

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