Financial Controller — Civil Engineering Project
Intermediate & Senior Level | Viana do Castelo, Portugal | On-site
💰 Ready to take financial control of a major engineering project?
CTS Group is a fast-growing and dynamic company, specializing in the design and build of large-scale Data Centers across multiple countries, including Scandinavia, Europe, and the Middle East. We are rapidly expanding into other markets globally. In addition to D&B, we develop and produce digital systems tailored for the Data Center industry and standardized self-contained units.
We’re looking for a Financial Controller to join our Civil Engineering Project in Viana do Castelo.
What will you be doing?
You’ll be responsible for monitoring and controlling the financial performance of the project, working closely with multidisciplinary teams and project stakeholders.
Your responsibilities will include:
💰 Monitoring project costs, budgets and financial performance
📊 Supporting budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis
📈 Tracking project financial performance and identifying deviations from approved budgets
💶 Monitoring project cash flow, invoicing and contractual costs
📋 Supporting cost control across subcontractors, procurement and project commitments
🔄 Monitoring variations, change orders and their financial impact
📑 Preparing and maintaining financial reports and project cost information
💻 Using Microsoft Excel and ERP / financial reporting systems to analyse and manage project data
🔎 Identifying financial trends, discrepancies and potential cost-control issues
🤝 Working closely with engineering, construction, procurement and other project teams
📅 Providing accurate financial information to support project planning and decision-making
What are we looking for?
Your technical and professional background:
🎓 Degree in Finance, Economics, Management, Accounting, Engineering or a related discipline
Previous experience as a Financial Controller, Project Controller, Cost Controller or in a similar position
🏗️ Proven experience within civil engineering, construction or major infrastructure projects — essential
Strong knowledge of project cost control
Solid experience in budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis
💶 Knowledge of project cash flow, invoicing and contractual cost control
Experience working with subcontractors, procurement, variations and change orders is highly valued
💻 Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
Ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary project teams
🇬🇧 Advanced English — mandatory
What we offer
💰 Competitive salary package aligned with your professional experience
🏥 Health insurance
📈 Professional growth and development opportunities
🎓 Continuous training and learning opportunities
🌍 A dynamic, professional and collaborative environment
🤝 The opportunity to work alongside a diverse and international team
🚀 An environment that values innovation, excellence and professional development
📍 Location
Viana do Castelo, Portugal — 100% On-site
Two levels. One opportunity to make an impact.
Whether you’re an experienced Intermediate Financial Controller looking to take the next step in your career or a seasoned Senior Financial Controller ready to bring extensive project experience to a major engineering environment, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute directly to the financial performance and successful delivery of the project.
Your level of responsibility will reflect your experience, technical expertise and ability to operate within the project environment.
Ready to take control of what comes next?
If you have the project finance and cost-control expertise to contribute to the successful delivery of a major civil engineering project, we’d like to hear from you.
Join CTS Group and bring your financial expertise to the projects shaping the future of engineering.