Ricky Ernando
Project Control - Cost Control - Planning - Cost Estimation
Padang
Summary
Project Control & Cost Control Professional with 12+ years of experience in EPC power plant and large-scale mining infrastructure projects. Proven track record in budget control, schedule performance monitoring, cost forecasting, and delay/claim analysis. Strong expertise in integrating cost and schedule data using Primavera P6 and SAP to support management decision-making and improve project financial performance.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
7
7
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Sr. Project Control
PT Merdeka Mining Servis
03.2022 - 03.2026
- Lead integrated project control for multiple mining infrastructure projects with a combined value exceeding US$ 200M, overseeing both schedule and cost performance
- Developed Master Schedules from project initiation, including WBS, CBS, and S-Curve development; coordinated project code registration with accounting to ensure seamless cost-to-schedule integration
- Managed the full project lifecycle budgeting, from validating engineering estimates and rate analysis through final project close-out and Capital Expenditure Confirmation Form (CECF)
- Solely responsible for project ledger control and financial reporting, including month-end accruals, journal reclassifications, and reconciliation of actual costs vs commitments to ensure accurate EAC forecasting
- Produced monthly cost reports, cash flow projections, and cost-to-complete analysis, enabling early detection of cost overruns and supporting margin protection strategies
- Performed delay analysis and developed recovery scenarios to support management decisions on mitigation and acceleration measures
- Supported evaluation of change orders, variation claims, and contractor correspondence, providing cost and schedule impact assessments to enhance commercial negotiation positions
- Coordinated cross-functional planning workshops and progress meetings to ensure schedule updates reflected site realities and approved scope changes
Project Manager
PT Takana Inti Globalindo
10.2019 - 05.2021
- Led project planning and control using Primavera P6, improving progress tracking accuracy and schedule performance
- Oversaw project execution across operations, commercial, and technical teams to ensure alignment with business objectives
- Established structured reporting and monitoring systems to control schedule, cost, safety, and quality performance
- Contributed to company-level business strategy, setting short- and long-term operational goals
- Development Project
Cost Control
PT Pertosea Tbk
11.2018 - 10.2019
- Controlled and monitored project budgets, commitments, and actual expenditures to ensure financial discipline and cost visibility
- Reviewed and validated subcontractor invoices in accordance with contract terms and issued Certificates of Payment (COP)
- Prepared cost forecasts and supported the Project Manager in resource and budget planning
- Developed monthly cost reports for Project Monthly Reports, highlighting variances and financial risks
- Prepared and monitored Monthly Progress Claims, ensuring timely invoices and payment in line with contractual terms
Estimator
PT Pembangunan Perumahan (Persero) Tbk
03.2018 - 10.2018
- Prepared detailed cost estimates by analyzing drawings, BOQs, and technical documentation
- Conducted supplier and subcontractor price analysis, negotiations, and benchmarking
- Performed site visits and constructability reviews to validate cost assumptions
- Supported bid strategy development in coordination with bid managers and technical teams
- Bidding EPC Steam Coal 2x225MW (Est. US$ 320MM)
Lead Project Control
PT Pembangunan Perumahan (Persero)
02.2016 - 10.2018
- Lead 4 project location in one time
- Led project control functions covering schedule, cost monitoring, and progress reporting across multiple power plant projects
- Developed WBS, CBS, and baseline schedules; ensured integration between engineering, procurement, and construction activities
- Managed variation of orders and commercial submissions to clients, including cost and schedule impact analysis
- Prepared monthly progress claims and ensured alignment with contract milestones and billing requirements
- Produced executive project performance reports highlighting KPI trends, schedule risks, and cost variances
Project Control Engineer
PT Truba Jaya Engineering
01.2015 - 02.2016
- Maintained project schedules and monitored subcontractor progress performance
- Prepared two-week look-ahead schedules and monthly performance reports
- Developed S-Curves and progress measurement reports to track project status
- Supported preparation of variation orders and client progress claims
Quality Engineer
GS E&C
09.2014 - 01.2015
- Monitored material quality and construction inspections to ensure compliance with specifications
- Witnessed structural and material testing and prepared quality inspection reports
- Supported implementation of quality control systems and performance monitoring
Jr. Project Control Engineer
PT Satyamitra Surya Perkasa
03.2014 - 09.2014
- Assisted in monitoring project progress and preparing weekly and monthly reports
- Prepared progress S-Curves and supported monthly progress claims
- Supported final documentation and project handover processes
Education
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
University of Andalas
Padang, Indonesia 04.2001 -
Skills
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Project, Primavera P6
SAP (System Application and Processing), Pronto
AutoCAD
Earned value management
Cash flow analysis
Cost Estimation
Scope management
Certification
Project Management (Primavera P6) Oil Institut, Jakarta, 2015
Timeline
Sr. Project Control
PT Merdeka Mining Servis
03.2022 - 03.2026
Project Manager
PT Takana Inti Globalindo
10.2019 - 05.2021
Cost Control
PT Pertosea Tbk
11.2018 - 10.2019
Estimator
PT Pembangunan Perumahan (Persero) Tbk
03.2018 - 10.2018
Lead Project Control
PT Pembangunan Perumahan (Persero)
02.2016 - 10.2018
Project Control Engineer
PT Truba Jaya Engineering
01.2015 - 02.2016
Quality Engineer
GS E&C
09.2014 - 01.2015
Jr. Project Control Engineer
PT Satyamitra Surya Perkasa
03.2014 - 09.2014
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
University of Andalas
04.2001 -
Key Expertise
- Project Control & Reporting: Cost Control & Budgeting, Earned Value Management (EVM), Cost Forecasting & EAC Analysis
- WBS & CBS Development
- Project Ledger & Financial Reconciliation
- Scheduling: Primavera P6, MS Project, Progress Measurement & S-Curve
- Change Orders & Variation Management: Claims & Delay Analysis
- Cross-functional Project Coordination