The SGS is hiring a Senior Contract Administrator/ Senior Cost Controller Office.

About the Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Senior Contract Administrator/ Senior Cost Controller to join a major LNG project based in

• Maputo

, Mozambique. This is an exciting opportunity for professionals with strong expertise in contract management, project controls, cost monitoring, and commercial administration within large-scale Oil & Gas, LNG, EPC, or infrastructure projects.

The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring effective contract administration, cost control, forecasting, and commercial compliance throughout the project lifecycle.

• Key Responsibilities
• Contract Administration

Administer EPC, subcontractor, and supplier contracts in accordance with project requirements.

Review, interpret, and monitor contractual obligations, deliverables, and milestones.

Manage change orders, contract amendments, claims, and variations.

Support commercial negotiations and dispute resolution activities.

Ensure compliance with contractual terms, company policies, and project procedures.

Prepare contractual correspondence and maintain accurate contract documentation.

• Cost Control

Develop and maintain project cost control systems and reporting tools.

Monitor project budgets, commitments, expenditures, and forecasts.

Analyze cost variances and provide recommendations for corrective actions.

Prepare monthly cost reports, cash flow forecasts, and management presentations.

Track project progress against approved budgets and schedules.

Support project management with accurate financial and commercial insights.

• Project Controls & Reporting

Coordinate with engineering, procurement, construction, and finance teams.

Review contractor progress and verify invoices/payment applications.

Ensure timely reporting of project risks and opportunities impacting costs.

Contribute to project performance reviews and management decision-making.

• Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline.

Minimum 10+ years of experience in Contract Administration and/or Cost Control roles.

Proven experience on LNG, Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, EPC, or large-scale infrastructure projects.

Strong understanding of contract types (Lump Sum, Reimbursable, Unit Rate, EPC/EPCM).

Experience managing project budgets, forecasting, and cost reporting.

Knowledge of claims management, variations, and commercial negotiations.

Proficiency in Primavera P6, SAP, Excel, Power BI, or similar project controls tools.

Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Fluent in English; Portuguese language skills will be an advantage.

Location:

• Maputo, Mozambique

Project:

• LNG (Liquefied Natural Gas) Project

Duration:

• 15 Months (Extendable)

Employment Type:

• Contract

HOW TO APPLY?

To apply, access the following link:

• Senior Contract Administrator / Senior Cost Controller Office
• Detalhes da Vaga
• No. de Vagas
• 1
• Empresa
• SGS
• Local
• Maputo (Cidade)
• Data de Expiração
• 01/08/2026
• Nível Académico
• Bacharelato
• Categoria
• Construção Civil
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• Contabilidade e Finanças
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• Gestão e Assessoria
• Fonte da Publicação
• MMO Emprego