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Site Manager - Cost Control

On-site in Zaragoza·Added 9 days ago (last checked 15 Oct)

Bureau Veritas

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Overview

Work mode
On-site, Zaragoza
Contract
Permanent contract
English
Required
Experience
5+ years
Education
University degree

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Skills

Nice to have

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

Education & certifications

  • University degree in Engineering, Architecture, or similar.

  • Degree recognition/validation is not required for international candidates.

Languages

  • Intermediate to advanced English.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Join a benchmark industrial project.

  • Job stability with a permanent contract.

  • Demanding, collaborative technical environment focused on excellence.

  • Real opportunities for professional growth within the Cost Control department.

We value committed, detail-oriented people with a desire to contribute. If you identify with this profile and are motivated by a demanding and stable industrial project, we would be delighted to receive your application.

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The role

Quantity Surveyor / Cost Controller - Industrial Project (Zaragoza)

Are you motivated to be part of a high-impact industrial project with international scope and long-term stability? We are looking for a Quantity Surveyor / Cost Controller MEP with experience in cost control for installations, who wants to take on a key role within a strong and growing technical team.

What you'll do

You will be the person responsible for ensuring the project's cost control in the installations area, ensuring that costs, measurements, and certifications are managed with precision and rigor. You will play a strategic role in decision-making, collaborating closely with Project Management, Procurement, and site teams.

Main responsibilities

  • Prepare and keep the overall project budget up to date, valuing all work items.

  • Prepare and analyze measurements of executed work, verifying their correspondence with drawings and specifications on site.

  • Review and validate contractor work certifications, checking quantities, prices, and actual execution.

  • Carry out cost monitoring and control, identifying deviations and proposing corrective actions.

  • Prepare economic reports and financial forecasts for the Project Management team.

  • Collaborate with Procurement and Supply in the evaluation of bids and selection of suppliers.

Experience

  • Minimum 5 years in cost management and measurement in industrial construction projects.

  • For second-line positions: minimum 3 years.

Technical skills

  • Solid knowledge of measurement, budgeting, and price analysis.

  • Advanced proficiency in management tools and spreadsheets.

  • Experience with budgeting software: Presto.

  • Familiarity with BIM environments.

Hiring process

3 steps2 interviewsa task to do
  1. Apply online

  2. Application review

  3. Initial screening

    With a recruiter or hiring manager · Phone call

    A recruiter or hiring manager contacts selected applicants for further screening, which may include an initial phone interview.

  4. Interviews

    With team members and leaders

    Interviews with relevant team members and leaders.

  5. Additional assessments

    Not every role

    Case studies or working-style questionnaires are sometimes included.

  6. Offer

About Bureau Veritas

Bureau Veritas is a global leader in testing, inspection, and certification (TIC) services, headquartered in Neuilly-sur-Seine, France. The company helps businesses across industries—including construction, energy, marine, and manufacturing—ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards. With operations in over 140 countries and a workforce of more than 80,000 employees, Bureau Veritas is a major player in the TIC sector, providing services that range from product certification to industrial supervision and HSE management.

In Spain, Bureau Veritas has a strong presence with offices in multiple cities, including Madrid, Barcelona, and Zaragoza, and offers a wide range of roles in areas such as industrial inspection, renewable energy project supervision, quality auditing, and health and safety. The company is known for its professional development opportunities, including its BVAcademy program for internships, and its commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. For international professionals, Bureau Veritas offers a global network, opportunities to work on large-scale projects, and a structured career path in a highly regulated and essential industry.

Industry
Testing & Certification
Founded
1828
Employees
50,000–100,000
Headquarters
Neuilly-sur-Seine, France
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona, Zaragoza

Good to know if you are moving

  • Bureau Veritas has a significant presence in Spain, with offices in Madrid, Barcelona, and Zaragoza, among other cities.
  • The company offers a structured internship program called BVAcademy, which can be a gateway for international students and recent graduates.
  • Many roles in Spain are focused on industrial inspection and renewable energy projects, providing opportunities to work on large-scale infrastructure.
  • Bureau Veritas operates in over 190 countries, offering potential for international career mobility.
  • The company emphasizes safety and compliance, making it a stable employer in a regulated industry.
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