We are currently looking for a Senior Cost Engineer for a leading pharmaceutical company based in Valais, Switzerland. This is a 12 month initial contract, with a high likelihood of extension.
Key Responsibilities
* Prepare cost reports, including budgets, commitments, forecasts, Capex, contingency, variance analysis, and monthly updates.
* Maintain staffing plans, gather actuals (e.g., SAP), liaise with project leads, and create reports to show current and projected resourcing.
* Track project changes and ensure accurate cost capture. Promote transparency and a proactive cost culture.
* Ensure correct coding (Cost Breakdown Structure) for requisitions, POs, and invoices.
* Support budget holders through regular communication and guidance.
* Analyse performance data to assess variance and impact on total costs.
Requirements
* Education: Degree in Engineering, Science, Quantity Surveying, or Business—or equivalent experience.
* Languages: Fluent in English; German is a plus.
* Experience: 10+ years in cost control on large-scale (>CHF 250M) pharma projects.
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