Cost Manager

JLL supports the Whole You, personally and professionally.

Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology to our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people in our industry; and we support them through professional growth, flexibility, and personalized benefits to manage life in and outside of work. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades, and technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, we empower you to shape a brighter way forward so you can thrive professionally and personally.

What This Job Involves
Provide support to cost and commercial leadership in the delivery of pre- and post-contract services.

Manage and update project budgets.

Take suitable commercial meeting minutes.

Use CostX, Excel and other Microsoft Office programs to an advanced level.

Work pre contract including reviewing detailed measurements, sections of BOQs, handle tender query responses, manage the PQQ process with support and input into value engineering at each design stage.

Work post contract including being strong in contract administration, comfortable on-site walks with project teams, prepare cash flow reports, draft monthly payment recommendations and weekly commercial dashboards, managing variations and assist in closing out projects and claims / variations.

Monitor compliance with contractual obligations and Key Performance Indicators

Maintain register of variation orders with approval status and costs

Maintain and monitor registers of insurances, bonds, guarantees, and payments with status and relevant details

Monitor and report on cost performance against the Project Budget

Maintain comprehensive records of all commercial correspondence and documentation

Required Skills and Experience:
Minimum 7-10 years’ experience in contract and cost management within the Middle East construction market.

Minimum 2 years in a senior QS role managing complex projects.

Sound like you? To apply you need to be / have:
Degree in a related subject (BSc Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field)

MRICS would be advantageous but not essential.

Experience pre and post contract in project / programme delivery teams.

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements below. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:

JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health.

About JLL –

We’re JLL—a leading professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We have operations in over 80 countries and a workforce of over 102,000 individuals around the world who help real estate owners, occupiers and investors achieve their business ambitions. As a global Fortune 500 company, we also have an inherent responsibility to drive sustainability and corporate social responsibility. That’s why we’re committed to our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world. We’re using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people, and our communities.

Our core values of teamwork, ethics and excellence are also fundamental to everything we do and we’re honored to be recognized with awards for our success by organizations both globally and locally.

Creating a diverse and inclusive culture where we all feel welcomed, valued and empowered to achieve our full potential is important to who we are today and where we’re headed in the future. And we know that unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives help us think bigger, spark innovation and succeed together.