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Kings Group Ventures

About the Job: We are seeking a skilled Cost Controller with experience in the F&amp;B or restaurant industry to collaborate with department managers in analyzing costs, optimizing vendor relationships, and maximizing profitability. The role requires a strong commitment to financial accuracy and business efficiency while maintaining high-quality standards. You will be responsible for a comprehensive set of controls and budgets designed to mitigate risk, enhance financial reporting accuracy, and ensure compliance with international accounting standards.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Collaborate with all department heads to ensure maximum profitability.</li><li>Provide critical assessment of budgets and cost projections.</li><li>Evaluate incoming products, resources, and services to ensure the best pricing.</li><li>Stay informed on market trends affecting resource costs and explore potential vendor partnerships or cost-saving opportunities.</li><li>Analyze invoices to verify accuracy of received products/services and costs.</li><li>Work with department heads to identify ways to minimize waste.</li><li>Understand the interdependency of cost drivers and the impact of productivity on profitability.</li><li>Develop and implement cost-cutting measures and proactive solutions.</li><li>Roll out cost-saving programs with clear timelines and assessment goals.</li><li>Establish cost control policies and guidelines across the business.</li><li>Maintain accurate project schedules, budgets, and fund management reporting.</li><li>Forecast and report financial performance to management regularly.</li></ul>Qualifications &amp; Skills:<ul><li>Education: Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Finance or related field; professional accounting qualification (CA, CPA, or equivalent) preferred.</li><li>Experience: Minimum 5 years in cost control, with proven experience in F&amp;B or restaurant operations, ideally within a diversified group.</li><li>Skills:</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills</li><li>Time management and decision-making abilities</li><li>Negotiation skills and application of international accounting standards</li><li>Effective communication and interpersonal skills</li><li>Competencies: Leadership, strategic thinking, attention to detail, proactive mindset, and customer-focused approach.</li></ul>Why Join: This is an opportunity to make a measurable impact on profitability while working in a dynamic F&amp;B environment.Job Type: Full-timePay: AED6,000.00 - AED7,000.00 per monthApplication Question(s):<ul><li>Do you have a Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field?</li><li>Do you have at least 5 years of professional experience in cost control, preferably in F&amp;B or restaurant operations?</li><li>Do you have experience in analyzing budgets, controlling costs, and managing vendor relationships in an F&amp;B or restaurant setting?</li><li>Are you proficient in forecasting, reporting, and implementing cost-saving initiatives?</li><li>Are you available to join immediately?</li><li>What are your expected monthly salary requirements?</li></ul>

Cost Controller – F&B / Restaurant

NSTYLE GENTS SALON LLC

Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Monitor and control operational and project costs to ensure adherence to approved budgets</li><li>Prepare cost reports, forecasts, and variance analysis</li><li>Analyze expenses and identify areas for cost reduction and efficiency improvement</li><li>Review purchase requests, supplier invoices, and contracts for cost accuracy and compliance</li><li>Coordinate with procurement, finance, and operations departments</li><li>Track inventory levels, consumption, and wastage (if applicable)</li><li>Ensure accurate cost allocation and coding in the accounting system</li><li>Assist in budgeting, financial planning, and cost audits</li><li>Maintain proper documentation and internal controls</li><li>Support management with cost-related recommendations and financial insights</li></ul>Qualifications &amp; Requirements<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field</li><li>Proven experience as a Cost Controller or in a similar finance role</li><li>Strong knowledge of budgeting, cost analysis, and financial reporting</li><li>Proficiency in MS Excel and accounting/ERP systems</li><li>High attention to detail and analytical skills</li><li>Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines</li><li>Strong communication and coordination skills</li></ul>Job Type: Full-time

Cost Controller

Spencer Interiors & Contracting LLC

Are you the numbers mastermind who ensures every detail adds up perfectly. If cost control and accuracy are your superpowers, we want you! We are looking for a talented Senior Estimators to join our dynamic team at Spencer.Job Responsibilities:&Oslash; Analyzing the Tender / Contract documents &amp; preparation of BOQ&rsquo;s &amp; drawings.&Oslash; Preparation of Tender / Bid documentation, project costing, joinery &amp; fit out costing, quantitative and qualitative estimation.&Oslash; Preparation of Variation Costing, Compensation / Additional works / Additional time&Oslash; Conducting measurements, Site valuations &amp; quantifying the materials involved in the scope of work.&Oslash; Managing &amp; coordinating with subcontractors and also negotiating &amp; ensuring to get their cost proposal on time.&Oslash; Preparation of cost Value Reconciliations.&Oslash; Client interfacing and good networking in Dubai markets.&Oslash; Preparation of cost estimates for budgeting study.&Oslash; Market enquiries, cost reviewing and analysis&Oslash; Maintenance of tender records / filing&Oslash; Preparation of claims &amp; final Accounts&Oslash; Constantly updating price list &amp; pricing compensation&Oslash; Follow up with all the Vendors&Oslash; Cost to company (investment into projects) analysis&Oslash; Cost benefits analysis of build-in house v/s subcontract.&Oslash; Above All do not miss an item or make an Error in Quantity CalculationRequirements:<ul><li>Education: Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering or a related field.</li><li>Experience: Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in cost estimation within the interior fit out industry, with at least 3 years in a senior role.</li><li>Skills:</li><li>Strong analytical and mathematical skills.</li><li>Excellent communication and presentation skills.</li><li>Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.</li><li>Strong attention to detail and accuracy.</li></ul>Interested candidate can share their CV at krishna@spenceri.com mentioning their current and expected salary.Job Type: Full-time

Sr. Estimators (with MEP and Joinery knowledge)

Wefit Contracting and Maintenance

Purpose:The Cost Engineer/Estimator supports the Ulven Forging team and is accountable for the complete estimating life‐cycle: Request for Quotation (RFQ) to Quote, to Sales.Responsibility:This role coordinates, directs and leads estimating efforts to ensure optimum costing and coordination of projects and programs to ensure Ulven Forging meets customer expectations and manufacturing requirements.Job Description :Position Summary:<ul><li>Define Cost Estimate Scope: Define the project scope, time period, phases to be estimated, communication channels, and establish any boundaries for estimates or project requirements. Estimates are typically completed in 24‐48 hours.</li><li>Define Assumptions or Constraints: Identify any schedule or budget constraints, and how those will be resolved.</li><li>Develop Cost Element Structure: Identify everything defined in the scope to be costed.</li><li>Collect and Monitor Data: Collect and monitor data, manage risks, identify (if necessary)contingency plan, control changes and communication. Measure and report on progress.</li><li>Develop Cost Estimating Relationships: Use cost data to develop formulas/equations entered into the cost model. Formulas/Equations will be the basis for estimating costs as a function of Ulven systems and service level.</li><li>Document Approach: Provide documentation for each cost element, indicating sources of data, assumptions used and any other methodology or analysis.</li><li>Customer Review: Ensure that all expected costs have been properly presented to Customer for Review/Approval/Acceptance of the estimate.</li><li>Finalize Cost Estimate: Finalize the cost estimate. Maintain all files, data related to this project.</li><li>Primary Responsibilities:</li><li>Assist in preparing cost data for proposals and contract negotiations.</li><li>Determine project scope, define requirements, works with UFI team and others to coordinateproduction, meet deadlines and customer requirements.</li><li>Follow the Estimating life‐cycle in accordance with prescribed standards and procedures.</li><li>Establish quote priorities based on evaluation and analysis of overall opportunities.</li><li>Develop and implement requirements for cost recording, reporting, and analyzing standards,programs, and reports. Performs performance monitoring and control functions for specificapplications, including the consistent use of applicable procedures.</li><li>Provide financial reporting, trending data. Perform data analysis and development.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: AED2,500.00 - AED3,000.00 per monthExperience:<ul><li>Estimation: 5 years (Required)</li></ul>

Estimation Engineer

TRUST HIRING

Role OverviewThe Cost Engineer will be responsible for supporting the commercial Manager by monitoring project costs, analysing variances, tracking material and labour productivity, and ensuring accurate cost reporting. The role requires strong technical knowledge of material wastage norms, material reconciliation, subcontractor cost control, manpower productivity, and scaffolding/material rate assessments.Key Responsibilities1. Cost Control &amp; Monitoring<ul><li>Track and monitor project costs against approved budgets.</li><li>Prepare detailed cost breakdown of each item as per the budget</li><li>Prepare monthly cost reports, variance analysis, and forecasts and submit to commercial manger.</li><li>Assist in developing cost-saving measures and efficiency strategies.</li></ul>2. Material Wastage &amp; Reconciliation<ul><li>Maintain strong control over material consumption and wastage on site.</li><li>Conduct regular material reconciliation between delivered, used, wasted, and remaining quantities.</li><li>Identify abnormal wastage and propose corrective actions to site management.</li><li>Ensure compliance with industry benchmarks and project-specific wastage norms.</li></ul>3. Subcontractor &amp; Contractor Cost Management<ul><li>Validate subcontractor productivity, work done, and claimed quantities.</li><li>Support in negotiation and preparation of cost comparisons and recommendations.</li></ul>4. Labour &amp; Manpower Productivity<ul><li>Monitor daily labour productivity and compare with planned outputs.</li><li>Analyse delays or low productivity and provide improvement recommendations.</li></ul>5. Scaffolding, Equipment &amp; Material Costing<ul><li>Maintain accurate knowledge of scaffolding material rates, rental rates, and productivity norms.</li><li>Prepare cost build-ups for scaffolding and other construction materials.</li><li>Review equipment utilisation and ensure optimal usage to control costs.</li></ul>6. Reporting &amp; Documentation<ul><li>Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly cost tracking reports and submit to Commercial Manager.</li><li>Maintain material logs, reconciliation sheets, manpower reports, and cost databases.</li><li>Coordinate closely with procurement team, site engineers, QS team</li></ul>7. Risk Identification<ul><li>Identify potential cost risks or overruns early and escalate to Commercial Manger</li><li>Recommend preventive measures to avoid budget deviations.</li></ul>Skills &amp; Competencies<ul><li>Strong knowledge of construction materials, wastage standards, and cost analysis.</li><li>Proven experience in material reconciliation and cost control.</li><li>Understanding of labour productivity norms, output analysis, and manpower planning.</li><li>Knowledge of scaffolding materials, rates, and productivity calculations.</li><li>Excellent analytical and numerical skills.</li><li>Proficiency in MS Excel; knowledge of cost control software is an advantage.</li><li>Good communication and coordination skills.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: AED100.00 - AED200.00 per monthApplication Question(s):<ul><li>Candidate must be available in UAE </li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>as cost Engineer : 5 years (Required)</li><li>UAE: 6 years (Required)</li></ul>

Cost Engineer

Omada Rail Systems

<div><ul><li>General Admin &amp; Other Support Functions
</li></ul><ul><li>Permanent Contract
</li></ul><ul><li>Entry-Level
</li></ul><ul><li>Dubai</li></ul></div>
 <div>About Us 
With over 50 years of experience, Waagner Biro Bridge Services is a trusted name among construction companies in Dubai and across the UAE, delivering advanced construction engineering and integrated solutions to both government and private sector clients. Backed by a highly skilled team of civil, mechanical, structural, and electrical engineers, we provide end-to-end services covering design, build, and maintenance, ensuring quality, innovation, and reliability across every project.
For further information, please visit our website: 
https://waagnerbiro-bridgeservices.com/ 
About the Role 
We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Cost Controller to join our team in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. As a Cost Controller, you will be reporting to the Portfolio Performance Controller and play a crucial role in supporting the financial management and cost control processes of our projects. You will work collaboratively with project managers, finance teams, and other stakeholders to ensure projects are completed within approved budgets while maintaining financial health throughout the project lifecycle.<ul><li>
Review and control project budgets in collaboration with project managers and your line manager, ensuring alignment with project objectives and financial constraints.</li><li>
Participate to regular variance analysis to compare actual costs against planned costs, investigating reasons for variances and implementing corrective measures.</li><li>
Support the review and analysis of earned value metrics to support project forecasting, variance analysis, and reporting to project stakeholders.</li><li>
Participate to the project cash flow, ensuring costs are aligned with project milestones and payments to vendors and subcontractors are made according to contract terms.</li><li>
Support the analysis of financial statements to identify potential improvements and develop strategies to optimize cost-effectiveness against approved budgets.</li><li>
Assist in the preparation of annual budgets.</li><li>
Collaborate with project managers to identify cost-saving opportunities and recommend measures to reduce expenses.</li><li>
Perform cost-benefit analysis on prospective projects and provide associated metrics to support the decision makers.</li><li>
Support the preparation of comprehensive financial reports to management to aid decision-making processes.</li></ul> 
What do we need from you 
<ul><li>
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or commerce graduate students</li><li>
Fresh Graduate or Junior experience in cost control or financial management, preferably within the Construction / Maintenance industry</li><li>
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a detail-oriented approach</li><li>
Thorough understanding of accounting principles, budgeting procedures, and Earned Value Management (EVM) principles</li><li>
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex financial information to various stakeholders</li><li>
Proficiency in MS Office Suite, particularly Excel for financial modelling and analysis</li><li>
Experience with financial forecasting, variance analysis, and project cash flow management</li><li>
Knowledge of industry-specific financial regulations (IFRS15) and reporting standards (preferred)</li></ul> 
What's in it for you? 
Immediate joiners preferred
the role is to ensure effective cost management and margin optimization across the division's infrastructure projects by acting as the key financial liaison between Project Managers and your Management. This role ensures the integrity of project cost data, timely cost tracking, proactive margin control, and compliance with financial standards. It also supports continuous improvement through advanced Excel and Power BI utilization.</div>

Wood PLC

<div>Wood is recruiting for a Cost Engineer to join its UAE Business Unit focusing on managing all current and future / potential cost developments for a Major Onshore Brownfield Project in Dubai, UAE.
This role is a full-time office-based role in Dubai, UAE with travel requirement.</div>
 <div>Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.
Wood is recruiting for a Cost Engineer to join its UAE Business Unit focusing on managing all current and future / potential cost developments for a Major Onshore Brownfield Project in Dubai, UAE.
This role is a full-time office-based role in Dubai, UAE with travel requirement.
#Wood #UAE #Dubai #Engineering 
The role
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Cost Engineer to join our UAE Business Unit.
Our Clients and Projects
Designing the future. Transforming the world.
Wood has been awarded an Onshore Brownfield project to support an International Client operation for delivering FEED, Detailed Design, Procurement, Construction, and Commissioning Services. This project focuses on enhancing degassing stations, optimizing flare systems, and integrating low-carbon solutions to support our client&rsquo;s energy transition and emissions reduction goals. 
What we can offer
<ul><li>Meaningful and interesting projects Delivered to high profile clients and complex projects in Iraq
</li><li>Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion ; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice
</li><li>Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
</li><li>Commitment to continued professional development; development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests
</li><li>Global connections : join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession
</li><li>Medical Insurance: Ensures inpatient and outpatient medical care is available should you require treatment.
</li><li>Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance: The company provides Life Assurance cover
</li><li>The Employee Share Plan: Gives you the opportunity to purchase Wood shares and receive a match from the company
</li><li>Long Service Award: Wood values the commitment and loyalty of our people. Celebrating Long Service provides an opportunity for the business to demonstrate their appreciation of the hard work, dedication and many years&rsquo; services of our employees at 5-year service milestones 
</li></ul>Key Objectives
The Cost Engineer shall manage all current and future / potential cost developments in support of up-to-date cost forecasts, including cost risk analysis, contingency management and reporting to facilitate informed decision making within a project/s and/ or Engineering departments. 
 
 
Key activities and accountabilities will include:
<ul><li>Establishing Project Baselines and Cost Management Framework for various Portfolio Projects as they are sanctioned.
</li><li>Develop, implement and maintain the project specific WBS (Work Breakdown Structure) and underlying CTR (Cost, Time, Resource) structure, populate with budget information and secure CTR owner sign-offs. Implementing standard CBS (Cost Breakdown Structure) and contractor processes. Contribute to establishing consistent approach to treatment of multi-currency transactions.
</li><li>Contribute to the implementation and maintenance of Cost Control Processes: Commitment planning and recording/reporting, VOWD (Value of Work Done), Cost forecasting/phasing consistent with the company procedures.
</li><li>Prepare Cost Report content and conduct budget holder reviews and publish.
</li><li>Embed the Change/Trend Management process, ensure all participants are aware of their responsibilities and the different classifications of a change/trend, and ensure that appropriate changes/trends are reflected in the regular cost forecast updates.
</li><li>Prepare forecasts and review with budget holders and project management.
</li><li>Provide early warning and value adding through reviews of the various contractor cost reports.
</li><li>Develop/Prepare reports and deliver presentations as required by the project.
</li><li>Manage/facilitate risk process with Project teams ensuring linked to cost contingency management/forecasting.
</li>Contribute to maintaining a process/system for capturing critical project data for historical reporting and benchmarking 
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</li></ul>Additional Comments/Special Challenges:
<ul><li>Monetary Measures: portfolio of concurrent brownfield and greenfield projects at different phases of project lifecycle.
</li><li>Working with offices in several different locations</li></ul></div>
 <div>What makes you remarkable?
At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world&rsquo;s most critical challenges.
Expected:
<ul><li>Engineering Degree and/or Certification as a Cost Engineer or equivalent experience.
</li><li>Minimum 7 years industry experience in cost engineering, project services and/or project engineering positions.
</li><li>Excellent analytical, oral and written communication skills.
</li><li>Experience with Databases an advantage.
</li><li>Fully versed with Cost Engineering/Risk Tools.
</li><li>Project execution practical experience (e.g. engineering, controls, C&amp;P, construction).
</li><li>Proven interpersonal and relationships skills in complex environments with ability to work of diverse background.
</li>Experience in execution in remote/developing locations is an advantage. 
<li>
</li></ul>Additional comments:
<ul><li>Able to work across multiple projects largely unsupervised and deliver results within challenging deadlines and under pressure</li></ul></div>
 <div><div>Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com 
</div><div></div> 
<div>Diversity Statement
</div><div>We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.</div></div>

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Cost Controller – F&B / Restaurant

Cost Controller

Sr. Estimators (with MEP and Joinery knowledge)

Estimation Engineer

Cost Engineer

Cost Controller

Cost Engineer