Spaxel owns, operates, and develops distinctive real estate projects with a focus on value-add and new construction affordable and moderate-income housing. Spaxel leverages best-in-class, bleeding-edge technology and innovative operating models to execute faster, smarter, and more efficiently than traditional operators.

Spaxel’s executive leadership has collectively raised and managed billions of dollars across the capital stack and developed and operated millions of square feet of residential and commercial assets with extensive ground-up, repositioning, and value-add experience.

Our principals also hail from top-tier technology companies, venture capital firms, and tech-enabled real estate operators, enabling Spaxel to be one of the most “digitally-native” firms within the real estate industry.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Cost Control Specialist to join our team. The Cost Control Specialist will play a crucial role in monitoring, analyzing, and controlling project cost performance to ensure successful completion within budget and schedule constraints. This position requires strong analytical skills, excellent communication, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and improvement of budgeting and forecasting processes and tools specific to the construction and development
• Analyze project budgets, actual costs, and commitments to identify variances and potential risks associated with construction projects.
• Update and maintain the budget forecast by incorporating the latest commitments from the job cost report.
• Monitor project budgets, expenditures, and forecasts, identifying any deviations and providing recommendations for corrective actions.
• Generate project status reports, variance analysis, and other relevant cost control documentation.
• Collaborate with the finance team to ensure proper integration of budget forecasts into financial reporting systems.
• Review subcontractor AIA and vendor receipts and advise whether payment should be made.
• Collaborate with project managers and other relevant stakeholders to gather information on commitments, change orders, and other financial
• Participate in project meetings to provide updates on project performance and contribute to decision-making processes

Job requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Preferred experience in cost accounting, project controls, project management, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of budgeting processes and principles
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience working with financial software systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.

What we offer:

• An American experience in Kosovo.
• Competitive salary.
• Hybrid workplace
• Fast paced and dynamic environment with a young and talented team
• On the job training and opportunities for career development
• Health insurance
• Hot and cold beverages
• Relaxation spaces and a game room
• Company socials and work parties
• Paid time off as per Kosovo Laws.

Figures

• Position: Cost Control Specialist
• Location: Prishtine
• Salary: Competitive
• Contract: According to Kosovo Labor Law
• Deadline: 30.05.2023

Instructions for applying.

Applicants should send their CV in English to [email protected]

In the subject line, please specify the position you are applying for as a “Cost control specialist”. Spaxel will contact only short-listed candidates