Senior Cost Controller
Kent • Baytown, Texas • Full Time
Posted on Thu, Apr 30, 2026
About the job:
Kent is looking for a Senior Cost Controller to support a portfolio group of projects in Baytown, TX.
The Senior Cost Controller plays a critical role in delivering effective cost management, forecasting, and financial control across assigned projects. Working closely with the Project Manager, Construction, Planning, within the Project Controls team, this role ensures accurate cost reporting, budget control, and proactive identification of risks and opportunities throughout the project lifecycle.
This position requires strong technical capability, attention to detail, and the ability to operate independently within established Project Controls systems and governance frameworks. This position will preferably be based at the site, with a shift schedule to be determined.
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Responsibilities:Cost Control & Project Support
Forecasting & Reporting
Change Management & Risk Support
Systems, Processes & Compliance
In addition to the responsibilities listed herein, the employee may be required to perform other ad-hoc tasks as needed or directed by the supervisor or management. These tasks will be within the reasonable scope of the employee's skills, capabilities, and role within the organization. The intent of this provision is to allow for flexibility and adaptability in meeting the dynamic needs of the organization, ensuring that operational requirements can be met efficiently. All such tasks will be assigned considering the employee's current workload and with respect to their professional development. |
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HSSEQ: The Employee shall observe the Health, Safety, Sustainability, Environment and Quality rules of the Company; it’s clients and the governing authorities of the host country. |
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| Location: Baytown, TX | |
| Relocation required: N/A | |
| Travel required: Per Project Requirements | |
| Contract type: Regular – Full-time | |
| Experience level: 10 years |