Priscilla Mungai
Lead Cost Controller | Expert in Financial Oversight & Cost Management
📞 - | ✉️-| 📍 Nairobi, Kenya
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Seasoned Cost Controller with over 8 years of expertise in construction cost management, optimizing project budgets, and ensuring seamless financial reporting. Proven track record in reducing costs by up to 20% through strategic planning and implementing advanced cost-control systems. Adept at collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver projects within time, budget, and quality standards.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Budgeting & Expense Management │ Cost Management & Optimization│ Financial Reporting & Forecasting │ Contract Administration & Compliance │ Dispute Resolution & Negotiation │Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) │ Tender-Bid Management │ Proficiency in CAD, AutoCAD & WinQs
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Lead Cost Controller – Energy Projects
Synergetic Development Group, Nairobi | 12/2023 – Present
Optimized resource allocation, cutting project costs by 15% across multiple energy projects.
Spearheaded collaboration among 4 cross-functional teams, enhancing project execution efficiency.
Established comprehensive financial reporting systems, improving report accuracy by 25%.
Led budget adjustments aligning with client baselines, reducing deviations by 10%.
Cost Controller
Synergetic Development Group, Mombasa | 05/2019 – 12/2023
Implemented cost-control systems, achieving a 20% improvement in cost efficiency.
Analyzed and reported financial variances, driving proactive corrective actions.
Facilitated timely payments and resolution of disputes for 20+ contractors and suppliers.
Developed robust financial models, enabling accurate forecasting and resource allocation.
Assistant Quantity Surveyor
Synergetic Development Group, Nairobi | 04/2017 – 02/2019
Prepared valuations and negotiated contracts, saving 10% on procurement costs.
Enhanced project financial reporting accuracy by 20% through effective documentation.
Conducted feasibility studies, supporting successful project approvals for high-value bids.
Assistant Quantity Surveyor (Freelancer)
Nairobi | 01/2017 – 04/2017
Delivered accurate cost estimates, leading to on-time and under-budget project completions.
Coordinated supplier schedules, achieving a 15% reduction in material delivery delays.
Quantity Surveying Trainee
Set and Sit Contractors, Nairobi | 06/2015 – 12/2016
Monitored and documented 20+ project changes, ensuring up-to-date cost projections.
Supported senior surveyors in preparing detailed tender documents, boosting bid success rates by 15%.
Quantity Surveyor Intern
Premier Consultants, Nairobi | 02/2014 – 05/2014
Conducted site visits and enhanced cost analysis, improving budget accuracy by 10%.
Streamlined communication with stakeholders, fostering a 95% satisfaction rate among clients.
EDUCATION
B.Sc. Quantity Surveying (Expected 12/2026)
Technical University of Kenya, Nairobi
Associate of Arts (Expected 12/2024)
Memon College, Mombasa
Associate of Science
Technical University of Kenya, Nairobi | 01/2015
High School Diploma
Kiriko Girls' Secondary School, Kiambu | 01/2011
TRAINING & CERTIFICATIONS
QuickBooks Certification
AutoCAD & WinQs Proficiency
Earned Value Management Training
PMP Beginner Training
Contract Administration Training
Personal Financial Management & Wealth Creation
Entrepreneurship Certification
LANGUAGES
Swahili: C2 (Proficient)
English: C2 (Proficient)
References: Available upon request.