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Cost Control Specialist

Pasadena, TX 12.0 Months
Contract $30/hour - $35/hour






Accepted: .doc, .docx, .pdf, - max 20MB
Posted: Aug 10, 2026
Ref: JNTXAA10

Position Overview


Role Objective
To provide real-time cost visibility, budgeting accuracy, and financial discipline during the planning and execution phases of a scheduled plant turnaround. This role bridges the gap between field execution and corporate accounting.

Post-Turnaround & Reporting
Final Cost Report: Reconcile all invoices against field-verified data to produce a final expenditure report.
Variance Analysis: Explain why the event went over or under budget (e.g., "Scope creep in Unit 3 led to a 10% overrun").
Benchmarking: Capture data to improve the accuracy of the next TAR cycle.

Required Skills & Qualifications Category Requirements
Technical Mastery of Excel (Pivot Table)

Top 3 Must-Have Skills
5 years + cost control/financial background
Google Suite applications
Organized; structured

Highest Level of Education Required for this Position:
Associate degree or 5 years experience

Notes:
Onsite
Standard working hours (8am start)
Occasional OT 2hrs on average, when requested.


VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status

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Competitive Benefits


Your well-being Matters

Health & Future Fully Covered

At VIVA, employee well-being is paramount. Our comprehensive benefits package ensures your health, financial security, and quality of life are always prioritized.

Health Insurance

VIVA provides employees access to a comprehensive group health insurance plan (Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life, Term Life, and Accidental Death) through our flexible PPO plan-allowing you the freedom to choose healthcare providers.

401(k) Retirement Planning

Plan securely for your future with automatic payroll deductions into a tax-advantaged 401(k) retirement plan, including employer-matching contributions for eligible employees.

Performance Bonuses & Referrals

Earn performance-based bonuses and generous referral incentives of up to $500 when recommending talented candidates who become part of the VIVA family.

Biweekly Direct Deposit

Enjoy timely and convenient payroll with biweekly direct deposit to your chosen financial institution. Biweekly Direct Deposit

VIVA Perks Program

Access exclusive employee discounts and savings on electronics, travel, groceries, apparel, and more through our dedicated VIVA Perks Program.

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Cost Control Specialist


Reference Number: JNTXAA10
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