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Junior Cost Specialist/Engineer (UAE National)

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Job Description:

Junior Cost Specialist (UAE National) -Site office

Abu Dhabi, UAE

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Junior Cost Specialist (UAE National) to join our team! In this role you will get to prepare, review, and maintain cost management deliverables for large-scale construction projects. The role provides an excellent opportunity for Emirati graduates to gain hands-on experience across a multibillion portfolio of infrastructure and building projects, while developing strong foundations in cost control and project financial management.

What You'll Be Doing:

Assist in the preparation of monthly cost reports, financial summaries, and cost forecasts.
Support cost engineers in tracking project budgets, committed costs, actual expenditures, and variations.
Help maintain cost databases, cash flow forecasts, and project cost registers.
Coordinate with project controls, planning, and site teams to collect cost-related data.
Ensure cost reporting aligns with client requirements, contract terms, and industry practices.
Participate in meetings with internal stakeholders and, when required, clients and contractors.
Maintain proper documentation and filing of all cost-related records.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Bachelor's degree in Business Accounting , Finance from a reputed university.
Fresh graduate with interest in construction, consultancy, or project controls
Basic understanding of construction projects and cost management principles

Strong numerical, analytical, and attention-to-detail skills.
Proficiency in MS Excel and MS Office; knowledge of cost systems or planning tools is an advantage.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to coordinate across disciplines.
Willingness to learn and work under the guidance of senior cost professionals.
Professional attitude, strong work ethic, and ability to meet deadlines.

Career Development Opportunity:

This role offers structured exposure to PMC cost management practices, mentoring from senior cost professionals, and the opportunity to work on some of the largest and most complex construction projects in the region. It is an ideal entry point for Emirati engineers seeking long-term growth in project controls and cost engineering.

Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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COMPETITIVE BENEFIT OFFERINGS

Financial Wellness

We care about your financial wellbeing. Parsons offers competitive pay and retirement plans to help you build wealth for the future while giving you the flexibility to diversify your investments.

Work Life Harmony

Balance in life is important and time away from the office is imperative to allow you to refresh and focus your attention on the things that matter to you. Parsons supports your time away by providing paid time off and paid flexible holidays.

Career Development

We are committed to fostering the personal and professional growth of our employees. Develop and advance yourself though our comprehensive training, educational and mentorship programs.

Veteran Support

We provide Industry leading benefits to support veterans and active-duty members to provide security for you and your family by offering robust leave and benefits; including paid active-duty military leave and paid time off when transitioning back to civilian life.

Mind & Body

At Parsons we inspire healthier habits, heathier minds, and a healthier you through our wellness program. Participate in our weekly Meditation Mondays and Wellness Wednesdays. Wellness, at Parsons, is more than just your annual checkup.

Health

Health is not a one size fits all. At Parsons, we offer a robust Employee Assistance Program as well as comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans through large, national carriers with the choice of regional PPO, HDHP, or HMO networks.

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