commercial manager

The Arab Lens

<div>Our Client
Our client is an established organization operating within the consumer goods sector and is seeking to appoint a Trade Marketing Manager to strengthen its commercial capabilities. The company is focused on enhancing market presence, supporting sales growth, and building stronger partnerships with distributors and retail customers across its operating markets.
The Role
The Trade Marketing Manager will lead the development and execution of trade marketing initiatives that support commercial objectives, improve in-store visibility, and drive product performance across multiple sales channels. Working closely with the Sales and Marketing teams, the successful candidate will ensure effective execution of promotional activities while maximizing return on investment.
Responsibilities<ul><li>
Develop annual trade marketing strategies aligned with commercial objectives.</li><li>
Plan and execute promotional campaigns across retail channels.</li><li>
Support product launches through effective in-market activation.</li><li>
Analyze sales performance and recommend commercial initiatives.</li><li>
Collaborate with Sales teams to improve market execution.</li><li>
Manage point-of-sale materials and merchandising activities.</li><li>
Build strong relationships with distributors and retail partners.</li><li>
Monitor competitor activities and market trends.</li><li>
Manage trade marketing budgets and campaign effectiveness.</li><li>
Prepare regular performance reports and commercial insights.</li><li>
Support category management and customer-specific initiatives.</li></ul>
Qualifications<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related discipline.</li><li>
6+ years of experience in Trade Marketing within FMCG, Retail, or Consumer Goods.</li><li>
Strong understanding of Modern Trade and General Trade environments.</li><li>
Experience managing distributors and retail activation programs.</li><li>
Strong analytical and commercial skills.</li><li>
Excellent project management and communication abilities.</li><li>
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.</li><li>
Fluency in English is required; Arabic is considered an advantage.</li></ul></div>

Trade Marketing Manager

Al Madar Holding W.L.L.

Job SummaryWe are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor cum Cost Controller to manage project costs, subcontractor coordination, and commercial activities for construction projects. The role involves cost monitoring, contract administration, commercial management, and ensuring accurate financial control to support project profitability.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare quantity take-offs, BOQs, cost estimates, and project budgets.</li><li>Monitor project costs, forecasts, and cash flow.</li><li>Prepare client payment applications and subcontractor valuations.</li><li>Manage variations, claims, and final accounts.</li><li>Maintain and update subcontractor data, records, agreements, and payment status.</li><li>Monitor subcontractor performance, commitments, and commercial documentation.</li><li>Support commercial management activities and contract administration.</li><li>Prepare weekly/monthly cost reports and financial forecasts.</li><li>Review quotations, purchase orders, and subcontractor costs.</li><li>Coordinate with project, procurement, finance, and site teams.</li><li>Identify cost-saving opportunities and commercial risks.</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or related field.</li><li>8+ years of experience in a contracting company, preferably in Qatar/GCC.</li><li>Strong knowledge of quantity surveying, cost control, subcontract management, and commercial management.</li><li>Good understanding of construction contracts and variations.</li><li>Proficiency in MS Excel; ERP experience is an advantage.</li><li>Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.</li></ul>Pay: From QAR8,000.00 per monthEducation:<ul><li>Bachelor's (Preferred)</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>QS: 8 years (Preferred)</li></ul>Location:<ul><li>Doha (Preferred)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Quantity Surveyor cum Cost Controller

CEG International

Hiring: Quantity Surveyor EngineerWe are looking for a highly experienced Quantity Surveyor Engineer to join our team in Qatar.Requirements:<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in quantity surveying, Commercial Management, Construction Management, or a related field from a recognized university.</li><li>Master's Degree in a relevant discipline will be an advantage.</li><li>MRICS or equivalent professional qualification is preferred.</li><li>15&ndash;20 years of post-graduate experience.</li><li>Proven experience in building projects.</li><li>Strong background in contracts management, including contractual claims and dispute resolution.</li><li>Experience with FIDIC and Government contract forms.</li><li>Familiarity with Design-Bid-Build, Design &amp; Build, and Supervision Consultant contracts.</li><li>Experience in procurement management, tendering procedures, and contract administration.</li><li>Ability to lead and manage multidisciplinary teams.</li><li>Strong computer skills related to quantity surveying and commercial management.</li><li>UPDA/MME Grade A &ndash; Mandatory.</li><li>Previous PWA (Ashghal) Approval &ndash; (If Any).</li><li>Experience in Qatar and/or the GCC region is highly preferred.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timeApplication Question(s):<ul><li>Do you have MMUP Registration (Grade A)? </li></ul>Work Location: In person

Quantity Surveyor

UCC Holding

<div>
 
 Senior Cost Control Manager &ndash; EPC Projects (Oil &amp; Gas / Power Generation)
 
 
 
 Company:
 
 UCC Trading &amp; Contracting (UCC) &ndash; Qatar
 
 
 
 Department:
 
 Project Controls
 
 
 
 Reports To:
 
 Project Controls Director
 
 
 
 Location:
 
 Qatar
 
 
 About UCC Trading &amp; Contracting
 
 
 UCC Trading &amp; Contracting (UCC) is one of the leading EPC and construction organizations in the region, delivering large-scale projects across the Oil &amp; Gas, Power, Infrastructure, Industrial, and Energy sectors. As part of our continued growth, we are seeking a highly accomplished
 
 Senior Cost Control Manager
 
 to lead cost governance and financial performance across multiple mega EPC projects.
 
 
 Position Summary
 
 
 The
 
 Senior Cost Control Manager
 
 is a strategic leadership role responsible for overseeing cost control, forecasting, budget governance, and financial performance across a portfolio of major EPC projects.
 
 
 Acting as the organization's
 
 Corporate Cost Authority
 
 , the successful candidate will ensure the integrity of project budgets, forecasts, commitments, and reporting while providing executive management with accurate, data-driven insights for informed decision-making.
 
 
 This role requires extensive experience managing cost functions across large-scale
 
 Oil &amp; Gas, Power Generation, Energy, and Infrastructure projects
 
 , with a strong focus on portfolio oversight, commercial awareness, and team leadership.
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 Cost Control Governance &amp; Strategy
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Establish and implement cost control policies, procedures, standards, and governance frameworks across all EPC projects.
 </li>
 <li>
 Develop and maintain:
 </li>
 <li>
 Cost Breakdown Structures (CBS)
 </li>
 <li>
 Budget control procedures
 </li>
 <li>
 Forecasting methodologies (ETC / EAC)
 </li>
 <li>
 Commitment and accrual management processes
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure consistency and compliance in cost control practices across all projects.
 </li>
 <li>
 Serve as the focal point for portfolio-wide cost performance and financial governance.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Budgeting, Forecasting &amp; Financial Control
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Lead the preparation, review, and control of:
 </li>
 <li>
 Project budgets and cost baselines
 </li>
 <li>
 Forecasts at Completion (EAC)
 </li>
 <li>
 Estimates to Complete (ETC)
 </li>
 <li>
 Cash flow projections
 </li>
 <li>
 Monitor project expenditures and forecast accuracy.
 </li>
 <li>
 Analyze productivity trends, risks, and cost performance drivers.
 </li>
 <li>
 Challenge project teams on unrealistic assumptions and forecast deviations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure forecasts accurately reflect project realities and commercial risks.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Portfolio &amp; Multi-Project Oversight
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Manage cost performance across multiple concurrent EPC and mega projects.
 </li>
 <li>
 Consolidate project data into executive-level portfolio reports and dashboards.
 </li>
 <li>
 Identify and communicate:
 </li>
 <li>
 Cost overruns
 </li>
 <li>
 Variances and trends
 </li>
 <li>
 Forecast risks
 </li>
 <li>
 Portfolio-wide improvement opportunities
 </li>
 <li>
 Provide proactive recommendations and early warning reports to senior leadership.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Change Management, Variations &amp; Claims
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Govern the cost management aspects of:
 </li>
 <li>
 Variations
 </li>
 <li>
 Change Orders
 </li>
 <li>
 Claims and Counterclaims
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure all cost increases are properly assessed, justified, documented, and approved.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support commercial teams on negotiations and contractual discussions.
 </li>
 <li>
 Provide cost impact assessments and substantiation for dispute resolution.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Cost Systems, Reporting &amp; Data Integrity
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Lead effective utilization of SAP, ERP platforms, and project cost management systems.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure accuracy in:
 </li>
 <li>
 Cost coding
 </li>
 <li>
 Commitment tracking
 </li>
 <li>
 Accrual management
 </li>
 <li>
 Cost allocation
 </li>
 <li>
 Review and approve:
 </li>
 <li>
 Monthly Cost Reports
 </li>
 <li>
 Forecast Updates
 </li>
 <li>
 Executive Dashboards
 </li>
 <li>
 Portfolio Performance Reports
 </li>
 <li>
 Maintain audit-ready, transparent, and reliable cost records.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Leadership &amp; Team Development
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Lead and mentor Cost Control Managers, Senior Cost Engineers, and Cost Engineers across various projects.
 </li>
 <li>
 Drive a culture of accountability, excellence, and continuous improvement.
 </li>
 <li>
 Establish team KPIs, development plans, and performance objectives.
 </li>
 <li>
 Review and challenge project-level submissions to ensure alignment with corporate standards.
 </li>
 <li>
 Collaborate closely with:
 </li>
 <li>
 Project Directors
 </li>
 <li>
 Commercial &amp; Contracts Teams
 </li>
 <li>
 Finance Departments
 </li>
 <li>
 Procurement Teams
 </li>
 <li>
 Executive Management
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Qualifications
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Finance, or a related discipline.
 </li>
 <li>
 Professional certifications such as
 
 CCP, PMP, AACE, EVP, or equivalent
 
 are highly desirable.
 </li>
 <li>
 Advanced proficiency in Cost Management Systems, SAP, ERP Platforms, Power BI, and reporting tools.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Experience
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Minimum
 
 15+ years
 
 of progressive experience in Cost Control and Project Controls within EPC organizations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Proven experience delivering major
 
 Oil &amp; Gas, Power Generation, Energy, Industrial, or Infrastructure projects
 
 .
 </li>
 <li>
 Demonstrated expertise in
 
 portfolio-level cost management and multi-project oversight
 
 .
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong background in EPC, EPCM, and Lump Sum Contract environments.
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience working on mega projects within the Middle East and international markets is highly preferred.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Key Competencies
 
 
 Technical
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 EPC Cost Control &amp; Forecasting
 </li>
 <li>
 Portfolio Cost Management
 </li>
 <li>
 Budgeting &amp; Financial Planning
 </li>
 <li>
 Contract &amp; Commercial Management
 </li>
 <li>
 Change Management &amp; Claims Evaluation
 </li>
 <li>
 Cost Governance &amp; Compliance
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Leadership
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Team Leadership &amp; Development
 </li>
 <li>
 Strategic Planning
 </li>
 <li>
 Stakeholder Management
 </li>
 <li>
 Executive-Level Reporting
 </li>
 <li>
 Business Partnering &amp; Influence
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Personal Attributes
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Strong commercial and financial acumen
 </li>
 <li>
 Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
 </li>
 <li>
 High integrity and professional credibility
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to influence senior stakeholders and project leadership
 </li>
 <li>
 Results-oriented with excellent attention to detail
 </li>
 <li>
 Resilient and effective in high-pressure project environments
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
</div>

Cost Control Manager

Sephora

<div>Job ID: 197205 
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Job Type: Full Time 
Position Type (Regular/Temporary): Regular 
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MISSION: To ensure the delivery of exceptional operational and commercial standards throughout the store, with focus on providing an elevated customer experience. The Store Director needs to ensure compliance in all areas of operational activity and drive sales and profitability through the performance and development of the Management team, whilst managing within agreed budgets. 
Responsibilities
Client Experience<ul><li>Embody Sephora Attitude and set an example in front of the team.</li><li>Provide support to the team in difficult situations ensuring client&rsquo;s satisfaction.
</li><li>Provide extensive coaching and training to assist the team in meeting all commercial and operational KPI&rsquo;s.</li><li>Take over floor leadership segments and ensure the floor is always managed and covered.</li><li>Energize and motivate the team through effective floor management to guarantee an addictive experience for our clients.</li><li>Use suitable tools (Love Meter and CEE) for analyzing overall satisfaction and propose action plans to enhance the customer experience.</li><li>Inspire the team to use digital tools to deliver a customized service.</li><li>Work in partnership with the Training Department and coach the team to offer our Beauty Services to maximize client satisfaction.</li><li>Embolden team to use digital (Happy App) to deliver a customized service; responsible for daily follow up
</li><li>Build a strong relationship with Brand Supervisors and follow up on Brand BCs.</li><li>Lead your Management team to create a positive and energetic shopping experience to enable achievements in all commercial KPI&rsquo;s.
</li><li>Provide support for the head of operations in analyzing results and proposing action plans in order to enhance client experience and drive all related KPI&rsquo;s.</li><li>Provide support for the management team by maintaining and enforcing quality customer service and resolving customer service complaints.</li></ul> 
Sales
<ul><li>Implement retail priorities and inspire commercial success.</li><li>Lead the management team to create a positive and exciting work environment through effective floor management while ensuring that targets are met.</li><li>Inspire your Services Manager to create a playful and educational experience while ensuring services targets are met.</li><li>Reinforce sales policies and techniques established at the Sephora University with all team members.</li><li>Balance and drive the sales target among selective, exclusive and Sephora Collection.</li><li>Provide support for the Store Head of Operations in analyzing sales results and proposing action plans to achieve set target.
</li><li>Create disruptive internal competitions to motivate the team and boost the achievements.</li></ul> 
Operations<ul><li>Optimize and oversee operations with the Operations Manager to ensure efficiency and that the store is compliant with company policies and operational guideline.</li><li>Inspire the management team to enforce the policies and procedures referring to products, testers, prices, merchandising and other partners (Brands, helpers, security).</li><li>In collaboration with the operation manager the stores projection of an excellent image through cleanliness and product restocking.</li><li>Together with the Category Managers, encourage the team to apply and follow established policies and procedures regarding store operations.
</li><li>Accurately monitor stock availability and report low stock to the Operation Manager to avoid OOS situations.</li><li>Work with the Operations Manager to ensure that VM, merchandising quality, animation and marketing standards are met.
</li><li>Provide Support to the relevant head office department in providing feedback and analyzing data on all operational aspects.</li></ul> 
Business<ul><li>Provide support to the Head of Retail with knowledge of the market conditions, competition, client needs, etc.</li><li>Provides leadership and management to the store organization that mirrors the vision and strategic direction of Sephora.
</li><li>Establish monthly reports including competitors' activities.</li><li>Analyze all relevant KPIs and propose action plans for improvement and forecast future performance
</li></ul><div>- Develop and propose short- and long-term strategies to drive top and bottom line/brands sales.</div><ul><li>Proactively provide the HO and CATMAN with product recommendations and qualitative feedback based on local knowledge about the market and client needs.</li><li>Put in place action plans to boost business and maximize product performance, leveraging visual merchandising, training, monthly trends and operational knowledge.
</li><li>Propose Plan, implement and oversee in-store promotional events or displays.</li><li>Following trends and perform market visits and analyses to understand the local market and work to determine business growth opportunities.</li><li>With your team of Managers ensure all Contribute to the Business reports as required to form a comprehensive picture of the business.
</li><li>Network with other stores and head office departments and take on area responsibilities</li><li>Network and build relationships with the different departments in Sephora HO and take on area responsibilities.</li><li>Manage the store&rsquo;s P&amp;Ls.</li><li>Propose innovative ideas and opportunities to Head of Operations.</li></ul> 
People<ul><li>Motivate and develop the Management and store team through daily coaching / observations</li><li>Communicate and inspire the team on business strategy, vision and relevant information through animate briefings, coaching's and trainings.</li><li>Increase the team confidence and motivation by praise and feedback for their performance.</li><li>Identify, engage in recruiting and develop talents and secure succession plans in collaboration with the Head of Operations.</li><li>Ensure the team is attending training and follow up is done after the training is attended.</li><li>Ensure the team is using Axonify as E-learning tool; daily follow up on average training frequency for each team member.</li><li>Ensure an addictive beauty experience through performing monthly assessments.
</li><li>Facilitate team monthly meetings with the Customer Experience Manager and Operations Manager to analyze and discuss their performance.</li><li>Be accountable for the PCR and PIP process of the entire team and assist your managers where necessary.
</li><li>Over see the annual leave of the team according to business needs.</li></ul> 
Know How<ul><li>Project an exceptional image and body language in accordance with the guidelines set by Sephora.</li><li>Keep up-to-date on trends and products.</li><li>Inspire, mentor and coach the team.</li></ul> 
Relationships 
Internal Relationships<ul><li>Store team (Store Manager/Director, Supervisor, Beauty Consultants), Head of Retail and Head office teams.</li></ul> 
External Relationships<ul><li>Suppliers, Brand promoters/managers/trainers, Security, Cleaning team.</li></ul> 
Job Holder Profile<div> 
</div>Training Knowledge
<ul><li>Advanced Product Knowledge.</li><li>Intermediate knowledge on health and safety procedures.</li></ul> 
Experience<ul><li>Proven successful role in managing.</li><li>Minimum 7 to 8 years&rsquo; experience in store management.</li><li>Bachelor's degree.</li></ul> 
Languages<ul><li>English &ndash; advanced level for OGCC and intermediate for KSA.</li><li>Arabic is a plus in OGCC and mandatory for KSA.</li></ul> 
Competencies<ul><li>Digital orientation/analytical skills/business acumen.</li><li>Excellent communication skills.</li><li>Intermediate MS Office skills.</li><li>Ability to deal with Ambiguity.</li><li>Commercial &amp; Financial awareness.</li></ul>
.</div>

Store Director

Confidential Jobs

<div>
 
 Manager, Strategic Finance &amp; Corporate Initiatives
 
 
 
 Location:
 
 Doha, Qatar
 
 
 
 
 
 Role Purpose
 
 
 The Manager, Strategic Finance &amp; Corporate Initiatives supports the CEO and executive management in driving strategic priorities, financial analysis, governance, performance management, and cross-functional initiatives.
 
 
 
 
 
 The role combines the analytical rigor of Big Four Audit, Transaction Services, Deals Advisory, or Corporate Finance with the execution skills required to coordinate senior stakeholders, evaluate complex business matters, and ensure that management decisions are translated into measurable actions.
 
 
 
 
 
 The position will operate across finance, strategy, governance, operations, and special projects, serving as a trusted resource to executive management without carrying a formal Chief of Staff title.
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 Executive and Strategic Support
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Support the executive management in the planning and execution of strategic priorities.
 </li>
 <li>
 Prepare executive briefings, management presentations, decision papers, and board materials.
 </li>
 <li>
 Conduct research and analysis on financial, commercial, operational, and strategic matters.
 </li>
 <li>
 Coordinate cross-functional initiatives involving multiple departments.
 </li>
 <li>
 Track executive decisions, commitments, and action items through completion.
 </li>
 <li>
 Identify issues that may affect delivery and escalate them appropriately.
 </li>
 <li>
 Maintain clear oversight of key priorities, deadlines, dependencies, and accountable owners.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 Corporate Finance and Business Analysis
 
 
 Conduct financial and commercial analysis relating to:
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Business cases
 </li>
 <li>
 Investment opportunities
 </li>
 <li>
 Acquisitions and disposals
 </li>
 <li>
 Joint ventures and strategic partnerships
 </li>
 <li>
 Capital allocation
 </li>
 <li>
 New products and business lines
 </li>
 <li>
 Cost optimization
 </li>
 <li>
 Organizational restructuring
 </li>
 <li>
 Operational improvement initiatives
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 Prepare and review:
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Financial models
 </li>
 <li>
 Forecasts
 </li>
 <li>
 Scenario analyses
 </li>
 <li>
 Sensitivity analyses
 </li>
 <li>
 Valuation assessments
 </li>
 <li>
 Budget impact analyses
 </li>
 <li>
 Commercial recommendations
 </li>
 <li>
 Management decision papers
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 Enterprise Performance Management
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Monitor financial, operational, and strategic performance across departments.
 </li>
 <li>
 Coordinate the preparation of executive dashboards and management reports.
 </li>
 <li>
 Analyze variances against budgets, forecasts, business plans, and strategic objectives.
 </li>
 <li>
 Identify operational bottlenecks, financial risks, delivery delays, and resource constraints.
 </li>
 <li>
 Work with business owners to define corrective actions and implementation plans.
 </li>
 <li>
 Follow up on agreed actions and provide regular progress reporting to management.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support annual strategy, budgeting, forecasting, and business-planning processes.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 Strategic and Special Projects
 
 
 Manage or support high-priority initiatives, including:
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Business transformation
 </li>
 <li>
 Operating-model reviews
 </li>
 <li>
 Organizational restructuring
 </li>
 <li>
 Process improvement
 </li>
 <li>
 Cost-reduction programs
 </li>
 <li>
 Digital transformation
 </li>
 <li>
 Post-transaction integration
 </li>
 <li>
 Governance enhancements
 </li>
 <li>
 Strategic partnerships
 </li>
 <li>
 New business initiatives
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 Responsibilities will include:
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Developing project plans and timelines
 </li>
 <li>
 Coordinating internal and external stakeholders
 </li>
 <li>
 Monitoring risks, dependencies, and deliverables
 </li>
 <li>
 Preparing progress reports
 </li>
 <li>
 Escalating delivery concerns
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensuring agreed outcomes are implemented
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 Governance and Management Reporting
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Coordinate materials for Board, Executive Committee, and management meetings.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure papers are complete, accurate, concise, and submitted within required timelines.
 </li>
 <li>
 Maintain records of decisions, actions, owners, and deadlines.
 </li>
 <li>
 Follow up with accountable executives and departments on outstanding matters.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support the development and enhancement of governance frameworks, policies, and reporting structures.
 </li>
 <li>
 Coordinate with Finance, Risk, Compliance, Legal, Internal Audit, and other control functions as required.
 </li>
 <li>
 Assist management in maintaining disciplined decision-making and accountability processes.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 Financial and Operational Reviews
 
 
 Conduct or coordinate reviews of:
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Departmental performance
 </li>
 <li>
 Investment and business proposals
 </li>
 <li>
 Capital expenditure requests
 </li>
 <li>
 Budget variances
 </li>
 <li>
 Major contracts
 </li>
 <li>
 Vendor performance
 </li>
 <li>
 Cost structures
 </li>
 <li>
 Operational processes
 </li>
 <li>
 Control frameworks
 </li>
 <li>
 Present findings to management with clear, practical, and commercially focused recommendations.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 Risk, Controls, and Investigative Support
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Support confidential financial, operational, and governance reviews.
 </li>
 <li>
 Assist with internal investigations, conflict-of-interest reviews, and control assessments where required.
 </li>
 <li>
 Analyze financial records, transactions, supporting documentation, and management information.
 </li>
 <li>
 Identify control weaknesses, inconsistencies, unusual activity, and potential areas of risk.
 </li>
 <li>
 Coordinate with Internal Audit, Compliance, Risk, Legal, and external advisors.
 </li>
 <li>
 Maintain strict confidentiality and professional independence when handling sensitive matters.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 Stakeholder Management
 
 
 Develop effective working relationships with:
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Executive management
 </li>
 <li>
 Department heads
 </li>
 <li>
 Board and committee secretariats
 </li>
 <li>
 Finance and control functions
 </li>
 <li>
 Internal and external auditors
 </li>
 <li>
 Consultants and professional advisors
 </li>
 <li>
 Regulators and other external stakeholders, where applicable
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 The Manager will be expected to challenge assumptions constructively, maintain professional objectivity, and support collaboration across the organization.
 
 
 Required Qualifications
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
 </li>
 <li>
 Professional qualification such as CPA, ACA, ACCA, CA, CFA, or equivalent is strongly preferred.
 </li>
 <li>
 MBA or relevant postgraduate qualification is advantageous.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 Required Experience
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 6&ndash;10 years of relevant professional experience.
 </li>
 <li>
 Minimum of 3&ndash;5 years of experience with a Big Four firm: PwC, Deloitte, EY, or KPMG.
 </li>
 <li>
 Current or previous experience at Manager or experienced Assistant Manager level.
 </li>
 <li>
 Background in one or more of the following areas:
 </li>
 <li>
 External Audit
 </li>
 <li>
 Transaction Services
 </li>
 <li>
 Financial Due Diligence
 </li>
 <li>
 Deals Advisory
 </li>
 <li>
 Corporate Finance
 </li>
 <li>
 Valuations
 </li>
 <li>
 Forensic Services
 </li>
 <li>
 Business Consulting
 </li>
 <li>
 Corporate or industry experience following Big Four employment is advantageous.
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience supporting senior executives or managing cross-functional projects is preferred.
 </li>
 <li>
 Exposure to banking, investment management, private equity, financial services, or regulated organizations is advantageous.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 Technical Competencies
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Financial statement analysis
 </li>
 <li>
 Financial modelling
 </li>
 <li>
 Corporate finance
 </li>
 <li>
 Business-case development
 </li>
 <li>
 Budgeting and forecasting
 </li>
 <li>
 Management reporting
 </li>
 <li>
 Valuation principles
 </li>
 <li>
 Strategic planning
 </li>
 <li>
 Enterprise performance management
 </li>
 <li>
 Risk and control assessment
 </li>
 <li>
 Project and program coordination
 </li>
 <li>
 Process improvement
 </li>
 <li>
 Advanced Microsoft Excel
 </li>
 <li>
 Executive-level Microsoft PowerPoint
 </li>
 <li>
 Data analysis and presentation
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 Behavioral Competencies
 
 
 The successful candidate will demonstrate:
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Strong commercial and financial judgment
 </li>
 <li>
 High attention to detail
 </li>
 <li>
 Sound executive communication skills
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong analytical and problem-solving capability
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to challenge senior stakeholders constructively
 </li>
 <li>
 Clear and concise writing skills
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong organization and prioritization
 </li>
 <li>
 High ownership and accountability
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to work independently
 </li>
 <li>
 Resilience under pressure
 </li>
 <li>
 Professional maturity
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong follow-through and execution discipline
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 Key Performance Indicators
 
 
 Performance may be assessed against:
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Timely completion of strategic and executive initiatives
 </li>
 <li>
 Quality of financial and commercial analysis
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 <li>
 Accuracy and timeliness of management and board reporting
 </li>
 <li>
 Completion of executive action items
 </li>
 <li>
 Delivery of projects against agreed timelines
 </li>
 <li>
 Identification and realization of cost or performance improvements
 </li>
 <li>
 Effectiveness of cross-functional coordination
 </li>
 <li>
 Quality of governance and decision-support materials
 </li>
 <li>
 Responsiveness to CEO and executive-management priorities
 </li>
 <li>
 Stakeholder satisfaction
 </li>
 <li>
 Quality of recommendations and follow-through
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 Ideal Candidate Profile
 
 
 The ideal candidate is a Big Four Manager or experienced Assistant Manager from Audit, Transaction Services, Deals Advisory, Corporate Finance, Financial Due Diligence, Valuations, or Forensic Services.
 
 
 
 
 
 The candidate will combine strong financial analysis with the ability to manage senior stakeholders, coordinate complex initiatives, prepare executive-level materials, and follow management decisions through implementation.
 
 
 
 
 
 They should be comfortable moving between financial modelling, board reporting, performance analysis, governance, special projects, and confidential assignments. The role is suited to a commercially minded finance professional seeking broader exposure to executive management and enterprise-wide decision-making.
 
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Manager, Strategic Finance & Corporate Initiatives

Saipem

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 Saipem
 
 is a global leader in the engineering and construction of major projects for the energy and infrastructure sectors, both offshore and onshore. Saipem is &ldquo;One Company&rdquo; organized into business lines:
 
 Asset Based Services
 
 ,
 
 Drilling
 
 ,
 
 Energy Carriers
 
 ,
 
 Offshore Wind
 
 ,
 
 Sustainable Infrastructures
 
 ,
 
 Robotics &amp; Industrialized Solutions
 
 . Always oriented towards technological innovation, the company&rsquo;s purpose is &ldquo;
 
 Engineering for a sustainable future
 
 &rdquo;. As such Saipem is committed to supporting its clients on the energy transition pathway towards Net Zero, with increasingly digital means, technologies and processes geared for environmental sustainability. Listed on the Milan Stock Exchange, it is present in more than
 
 50 countries
 
 around the world and employs about
 
 30,000 people of over 130 nationalities
 
 .
 
 
 
 Purpose Of The Position
 
 
 
 As
 
 Cost Control Engineer
 
 , you will respond/report to the
 
 Lead / Manager
 
 and be part of
 
 PCON Department
 
 within the
 
 COMP5 Project.
 
 
 
 
 How can you support us? Here are below your responsibilities:
 
 
 
 
 Mission
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Establish and manage a cost control system in order to support the PM decision-making process and allow him to complete the project within the approved budget
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 Ensure any deviation from budget is promptly spotted and analysed, final impact is estimated and the effect of corrective actions taken is monitored
 </li>
 <li>
 Create a cost awareness atmosphere among project team
 </li>
 <li>
 Satisfy the Operating Company and Corporate requirements for the cost control reporting, cooperating with the proper interfaces.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Tasks
 
 
 
 
 At Project Initial Phase
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 After contract award, ensure the implementation of the Cost Control System, elaborating the consolidated Cost Breakdown
 </li>
 <li>
 Structure according to the relevant procedure, reviewing the procurement/accounting system adopted in each Operating Companies/Branches involved into the project, and verifying the application of the CBS and the cost traceability
 </li>
 <li>
 Issue the Project Cost Control Procedure, Cost Coding Manual and Risk Management Plan, for the Project Control Manager verification, according to standards and contract specification and configure the Cost Breakdown Structure to monitor procurement and accounting activities
 </li>
 <li>
 If not provided during the commercial phase, split the Commercial Budget according to the intercompany scheme, contract and work schedule, in order to report revenues/costs by entity, currencies, and main cost accounts and prepare the cash-flow by currency
 </li>
 <li>
 Coordinate the risk managment activities startup organizing the first brainstorming and the qualitative / quantitative assessment of the identified risks and opportunities
 </li>
 <li>
 Carry out the Montecarlo Analysis
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 During The Project Execution Phase
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Ensure the Cost Control System works effectively and cost status is soundly assessed and reported
 </li>
 <li>
 Monitor activity progress and the relevant earned value, as well as the value of work done against the invoices received, determining the monthly accruals (to have accounts in line with works progress)
 </li>
 <li>
 Support the Project during the contract changes/claims process providing the cost impact analysis, and keep updated the cost/revenues forecast relevant to intercompany services
 </li>
 <li>
 Analyse committed costs and activities to-date, review the estimate to complete, isolating any deviation from baselines or adverse trend and warn the PM on time to take corrective actions in order to prevent overruns
 </li>
 <li>
 Maintain the risk management process organizing periodic meetings and verifying the risk owners feedback
 </li>
 <li>
 Issue the project and company reporting
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 At project closure
 
 
 
 Support the Project Control Manager in the preparation of the Project close-out Report and the costfeed-back data to Project Control and Commercial Department.
 
 
 
 What are we looking for?
 
 
 
 
 Education
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Any Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree relevant to the requirement
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Experience
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 5+ years of experience
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Languages
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Proficient in English
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 What Can We Offer To You
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Permanent Contract &ndash; Project-based position
 </li>
 <li>
 Corporate Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package
 </li>
 <li>
 Working Hours: 45 hours (9 hours x 5 days)
 </li>
 <li>
 Our One Saipem Way soft skills model leverages on skills development, career growth, opportunities to innovate through complex challenges by promoting communication and collaboration to achieve common goals
 </li>
 <li>
 Location: Qatar - Doha
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Additional Information
 
 
 
 
 We support your development!
 
 Do you feel you might not fit this role perfectly? If you think you can contribute to our business development in the future, don&rsquo;t hesitate to apply anyway through our spontaneous application form!
 
 
 
 We embrace diversity!
 
 At Saipem, we believe that innovation thrives through diversity. Our culture is built on mutual respect, collaboration, inclusion and the belief that our differences drive our progress.
 
 
 
 Safety and Sustainability matter to us!
 
 Operating in difficult and at times extreme situations, the focus is always on the health and safety of people and the preservation of the natural ecosystem.
 
 
 
 Find out more on our career page
 
 
 here
 
 
 
 
 One
 
 vision,
 
 many
 
 paths,
 
 limitless
 
 possibilities.
 
 
 
 PRIVACY POLICY
 
 
 
 In accordance with the Qatar's Personal Data Privacy Protection Law (PDPPL) enacted as Law No. 13 of 2016 (&ldquo;GDPR&rdquo;). All interested candidates (L. 903/03) are invited to consult the privacy policy (art 13, 14, D.Lgs 196/03 and art 13 GDPR 679/16)
 
 
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Cost Control Engineer

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