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Ohana Developments

Job Description: Senior Cost Control EngineerExperience Required: 15+ Years Department: Cost &amp; Commercial / Project Controls Industry: Construction / Real Estate / Consultancy Location: ABU DHABIPosition SummaryThe Senior Cost Control Engineer is responsible for Managing, monitoring, and controlling project costs throughout the full project lifecycle. The role involves preparing and reviewing budgets, cost reports, cost risk assessments, cash flows, and forecasts. The ideal candidate must have strong experience in planning, Quantity surveying, and contracts management, along with a proven consultancy background. This position ensures that all projects remain within budget, contractual requirements are met, and financial risks are minimized.Key Responsibilities1. Cost Management &amp; Control<ul><li>Prepare project budgets, baseline cost plans, and detailed cost breakdown structures (CBS).</li><li>Monitor, track, and control project expenditures against approved budgets.</li><li>Review and verify contractor/subcontractor cost submissions, variations, and claims.</li><li>Perform cost variance analysis and implement corrective actions when needed.</li><li>Develop monthly cost reports including committed costs, actuals, forecasts, and cash flow updates.</li></ul>2. Quantity Surveying<ul><li>Review and validate BOQs, quantity take-offs, and material consumption.</li><li>Evaluate contractor progress payments, measurement sheets, and re-measure works.</li><li>Provide commercial input on design changes, material changes, and construction methodologies.</li><li>Coordinate with QS team to ensure accuracy of quantities and cost implications.</li></ul>3. Planning &amp; Scheduling<ul><li>Work closely with the planning team to align cost-loaded schedules with the project baseline.</li><li>Review contractors&rsquo; schedules, progress updates, and time impact analyses.</li><li>Ensure cost and schedule integration for accurate forecasting (earned value management).</li><li>Analyze delays, claim impacts, and prepare cost-related time extensions when required.</li></ul>4. Contracts &amp; Commercial Management<ul><li>Review contractual terms and ensure compliance with cost-related clauses.</li><li>Support contract administration, cost evaluation of variations, and negotiation of claims.</li><li>Prepare commercial letters, notices, and documentation as per contract requirements.</li><li>Advise on procurement strategies and participate in tender evaluations.</li></ul>5. Reporting &amp; Documentation<ul><li>Prepare monthly, quarterly, and ad-hoc management reports.</li><li>Present cost performance indicators (CPI, SPI), financial risks, and forecasted final costs.</li><li>Maintain a strong cost database and benchmarking tools for future projects.</li><li>Ensure all documentation is in line with consultancy standards and audit requirements.</li></ul>6. Risk &amp; Value Engineering<ul><li>Identify cost risks, prepare mitigation strategies, and conduct cost risk assessments.</li><li>Participate in value engineering workshops to optimize cost and efficiency.</li><li>Evaluate alternative solutions and recommend cost-saving opportunities.</li></ul>Required Skills &amp; Competencies<ul><li>Strong analytical and financial modeling skills.</li><li>Excellent knowledge of cost control methodologies and cost management systems.</li><li>Advanced skills in primavera P6, Excel, Cost Management Software (Aconex/CCS/COSTOS).</li><li>Strong QS and estimation background.</li><li>Solid understanding of FIDIC and contract administration.</li><li>High-level communication, Negotiation, and reporting skills.</li><li>Ability to work in consultancy environment with multiple stakeholders.</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in civil engineering / quantity surveying / construction management.</li><li>15+ years of experience in cost control, planning, QS, and contracts.</li><li>Previous experience working in consultancy firms is mandatory.</li><li>Professional certifications are a plus (PMP, CCP, MRICS, PSP, etc.).</li></ul>Key Personal Attributes<ul><li>Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.</li><li>Ability to work under pressure and manage tight deadlines.</li><li>Proactive mindset with strong problem-solving capability.</li><li>Team-player with leadership qualities.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: From AED28,000.00 per monthEducation:<ul><li>Bachelor's (Required)</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>COST CONTROL ENGINEER , PLANNING AND CONTRACTS : 10 years (Required)</li></ul>Language:<ul><li>ARABIC (Required)</li></ul>Location:<ul><li>Abu Dhabi (Required)</li></ul>

Senior Cost Control Engineer

Burtplace General Contracting LLC

Position: Cost Control Engineer Location: UAE , Abu dhabi Experience: UAE experience is mandatoryJob Summary: We are looking for an experienced Cost Control Engineer to monitor project budgets, track expenses, prepare cost reports, and ensure all project costs remain within approved limits.Requirements:<ul><li>Minimum 3 years of experience in cost control</li><li>UAE experience is mandatory , construction field</li><li>Strong background in project budgeting and reporting</li><li>Experience in construction/engineering projects (preferred)</li><li>Excellent communication and analytical skills</li></ul>Job Type: Full-time

Planning & Cost Control Engineer

DIPG

Job Title: Commercial and Cost Control EngineerLocation: Abu Dhabi, United Arab EmiratesIndustry: Contracting / ConstructionEmployment Type: Full-TimeReporting To: General ManagerPosition SummaryWe are seeking a results-driven and highly experienced Commercial and Cost Control Manager to join our team in Abu Dhabi. This strategic leadership role is responsible for directing the commercial and cost control functions across all phases of complex construction projects. The ideal candidate will lead project budgeting control, financial planning, contract and claims management, risk mitigation, and reporting with an emphasis on cost efficiency, transparency, and regulatory compliance.Key Responsibilities1. Commercial Strategy &amp; Leadership<ul><li>Develop and implement the overall commercial strategy across assigned projects to ensure financial efficiency, cost competitiveness, and profitability.</li><li>Provide strategic leadership and direction to commercial and cost control teams including quantity surveyors, estimators, and procurement staff.</li><li>Lead commercial negotiations with consultants, contractors, and suppliers to secure favourable terms and align contract provisions with project objectives.</li><li>Align commercial operations with best practices, local laws, client objectives, and international standards.</li><li>Work closely with executive leadership and stakeholders to drive project success and financial performance.</li></ul>2. Budgeting, Forecasting &amp; Financial Control<ul><li>Establish, monitor, and update project budgets, cost plans, and financial forecasts for the full lifecycle of each project.</li><li>Analyse, evaluate, and forecast resource allocation, revenues, and costs in line with project milestones and business targets.</li><li>Track expenditures, perform variance analysis, and initiate corrective actions when necessary to maintain alignment with approved budgets.</li><li>Implement earned value management (EVM) techniques and prepare regular cost/revenue performance reports.</li><li>Ensure accurate financial tracking and transparency across all cost centres using ERP and project control systems.</li></ul>3. Procurement &amp; Contract Management<ul><li>Develop procurement strategies, coordinate bid evaluations, and support supplier/contractor selection.</li><li>Administer contracts in compliance with FIDIC and other contractual frameworks, ensuring proper execution, documentation, and performance monitoring.</li><li>Manage contract variations, extensions, and change orders, evaluating their commercial and schedule impact.</li><li>Collaborate with legal and finance teams to ensure contractual alignment and protection of company interests.</li><li>Lead contract negotiations and resolve disputes through structured processes and stakeholder engagement.</li></ul>4. Cost Control &amp; Estimating<ul><li>Implement and manage integrated cost control systems and procedures across projects.</li><li>Utilize historical data, benchmarks, and market trends to enhance accuracy in estimating and forecasting.</li><li>Customize project control tools and reports to meet specific project requirements.</li><li>Troubleshoot and resolve cost abnormalities, inconsistencies, or anomalies in financial reporting.</li><li>Support project teams with real-time data on cost performance and risk indicators to inform decision-making.</li></ul>5. Claims Management &amp; Risk Mitigation<ul><li>Identify and assess commercial risks including cost overruns, supply chain fluctuations, and contractual claims.</li><li>Help in the preparation and analysis of claims related to time, cost, and scope changes and ensure proper documentation and resolution.</li><li>Lead dispute resolution and negotiation with contractors and subcontractors to minimize financial impact.</li><li>Develop strategies to mitigate financial and contractual risks during project planning and execution.</li></ul>6. Reporting &amp; Stakeholder Engagement<ul><li>Prepare executive-level presentations and commercial reports for senior management, and stakeholders.</li><li>Provide regular updates on cost status, commercial KPIs, and project financial health through dashboards and financial summaries.</li><li>Interface with internal departments (finance, legal, operations) and external entities (clients, consultant, suppliers) to ensure unified commercial direction.</li><li>Participate in project review meetings and represent the commercial interests of the company.</li></ul>Qualifications &amp; ExperienceEducation:<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or a related construction discipline (essential).</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in cost control and commercial management within the engineering and construction industry.</li><li>Proven experience managing both pre-contract and post-contract phases in large-scale construction projects.</li><li>Previous leadership of multidisciplinary teams in a contracting or construction environment is highly desirable.</li></ul>Technical Competencies:<ul><li>Expert knowledge of FIDIC contracts and UAE regulatory frameworks.</li><li>Proficient in cost control software, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel).</li><li>Sound understanding of project management principles, including basic planning and scheduling.</li><li>Strong analytical and negotiation skills with a deep understanding of estimating methodologies and cost modelling.</li><li>Experience in preparing detailed project budgets, forecasting, and financial reporting.</li><li>Familiar with earned value analysis (EVA) and industry-standard performance tracking techniques.</li><li>Knowledge of value engineering, tender analysis, and feasibility costing.</li></ul>Other Skills:<ul><li>Excellent command of English, both written and spoken; Arabic is an advantage.</li><li>Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>Deep knowledge of the local UAE supply chain, materials market, and construction regulations.</li></ul>Key Deliverables<ul><li>Comprehensive project cost estimates, BOQs, and feasibility studies.</li><li>Monthly financial performance reports.</li><li>Contract negotiation summaries and variation registers.</li><li>Claims assessments and dispute resolution records.</li><li>Real-time project dashboards for executive management.</li><li>Resource/revenue/cost projections and variance analysis reports.</li><li>Procurement strategy documents and supplier evaluation reports.</li><li>Team performance evaluations and development plans</li></ul>Job Type: Full-time

Commercial & Cost Control Engineer

Emarat Aloula contracting

Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Develop, manage, and maintain project budgets, cost breakdown structures, and financial control systems from project initiation to close-out.</li><li>Monitor project cost performance by tracking actual vs. budgeted expenses and identifying deviations.</li><li>Perform variance analysis and update forecast to complete (ETC) and estimate at completion (EAC).</li><li>Ensure accurate cost coding, commitment tracking, and expenditure classification.</li><li>Review and validate purchase requisitions, subcontractor invoices, and material requests for compliance with budget and contractual requirements.</li><li>Prepare monthly cost reports, dashboards, and cash flow forecasts using tools such as Excel, Power BI, and Oracle systems.</li><li>Evaluate change orders, analyze financial impacts of variations, and support preparation of claims and contractual adjustments.</li><li>Coordinate with planning, procurement, commercial, and technical teams to maintain alignment between budget, commitments, and project progress.</li><li>Participate in project risk assessments, cost risk analysis, and recommend mitigation strategies.</li><li>Support tendering and pre-contract cost evaluation when required.</li><li>Maintain accurate cost records and prepare reporting for management and stakeholders.</li></ul>Qualifications &amp; Experience<ul><li>Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline (required).</li><li>Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in UAE, preferably in:</li><li>Infrastructure and utilities</li><li>Pipeline and water transmission systems</li><li>Sewerage networks</li><li>Water treatment or desalination</li><li>Industrial or EPC projects</li><li>Strong knowledge of cost control principles, budget development, and earned value management (EVM).</li><li>Proficiency in:</li><li>Oracle Fusion / Oracle Unifier / Horizon ERP</li><li>Primavera P6</li><li>Power BI and advanced Microsoft Excel (Pivot, Macros)</li><li>Cost reporting and analytical dashboards</li><li>Strong understanding of FIDIC contracts, claims, and variation orders.</li><li>Excellent communication, analytical, and reporting skills.</li><li>Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.</li></ul>Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Cost Control Engineer (Infrastructure & Utilities)

EMIRATES LINK NITCO LLC

Job Purpose:To manage and control project costs across infrastructure and sewerage construction projects, ensuring financial efficiency, compliance with budgets, and accurate cost forecasting. The role is responsible for cost planning, monitoring expenditures, analyzing variances, and supporting project management in achieving cost and schedule targets.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Develop and implement cost control systems and procedures for all projects.</li><li>Prepare detailed project budgets, cash flow forecasts, and cost reports.</li><li>Monitor and track project expenditures against approved budgets.</li><li>Review and verify contractor invoices, progress claims, and variations.</li><li>Identify cost overruns and recommend corrective actions to management.</li><li>Coordinate with project managers, procurement, and finance teams on financial matters.</li><li>Prepare monthly cost and progress reports for management and clients.</li><li>Support tendering and estimation teams with cost data and historical analysis.</li><li>Ensure compliance with company policies, contracts, and client requirements.</li><li>Contribute to continuous improvement of cost management processes.</li></ul>Qualifications &amp; Experience:<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Civil Engineering (mandatory).</li><li>Minimum 10 years of experience in cost control within infrastructure or sewerage construction projects.</li><li>Strong knowledge of project budgeting, cost tracking, and financial reporting.</li><li>Proficient in cost control software (e.g., ERP systems, Excel, Primavera, or equivalent).</li><li>Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: AED15,000.00 - AED20,000.00 per monthApplication Question(s):<ul><li>Do you have Infrastructure sewerage background in UAE?</li><li>Do you hve bachelor's degree in civil engineering?</li></ul>

Cost Control Manager / Engineer

Job Title: Cost Control EngineerLocation: United Arab Emirates Job Type: Full-TimeJob Description: We are seeking an experienced Cost Control Engineer to manage project costs, budgets, and financial performance within construction projects. The ideal candidate will monitor expenditures, track project progress, and ensure that costs are controlled in line with company and client requirements.Requirements:<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Civil Engineering (mandatory)</li><li>Minimum 5 years of UAE experience in cost control for construction/building projects</li><li>Strong knowledge of budgeting, cost tracking, and project financial reporting</li><li>Experience with cost control software and MS Office tools</li><li>Ability to prepare reports, forecasts, and variance analysis</li><li>Good understanding of UAE construction standards and project delivery methods</li><li>Strong analytical, communication, and coordination skills</li></ul>Responsibilities:<ul><li>Monitor and control project costs throughout the project lifecycle</li><li>Prepare cost reports, forecasts, and variance analysis</li><li>Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and procurement teams</li><li>Track project progress and ensure adherence to budgets</li><li>Review contracts, change orders, and variations for financial impact</li><li>Support decision-making by providing timely cost information</li><li>Ensure compliance with company procedures and client requirements</li></ul>Job Type: Full-time

Cost Planning Engineer

Job SummaryThe Cost Control Engineer is responsible for monitoring, analyzing, and controlling project costs throughout the lifecycle of commercial building projects. The role ensures that project expenditures remain within budget, tracks cost variances, prepares financial reports, and supports management with accurate cost data for decision-making.Key Responsibilities1. Cost Monitoring &amp; Control<ul><li>Develop, maintain, and update project cost control systems and cost reports.</li><li>Monitor actual costs vs. budgeted costs and identify variances.</li><li>Track commitments, expenditures, and forecasted final costs.</li><li>Verify cost coding, cost allocation, and compliance with project standards.</li></ul>2. Budget Management<ul><li>Assist in preparing project budgets, baseline cost estimates, and cash-flow projections.</li><li>Update budget changes based on approved variations or scope changes.</li><li>Coordinate with the project management team to ensure spending aligns with project targets.</li></ul>3. Cost Reporting<ul><li>Prepare weekly and monthly cost reports, dashboards, and performance summaries.</li><li>Provide earned value management (EVM) analysis&mdash;CPI, SPI, cost forecasts, and performance indices.</li><li>Present cost insights and recommendations to the Project Manager and senior management.</li></ul>4. Variations &amp; Claims<ul><li>Review and analyze cost impacts of variations, change orders, and claims.</li><li>Coordinate with QS and engineering teams to validate quantities and pricing.</li><li>Track approved and pending variations in the cost control system.</li></ul>5. Procurement &amp; Subcontract Management<ul><li>Coordinate with procurement to track material prices, purchase orders, and supplier invoices.</li><li>Monitor subcontractor payments, progress valuations, and cost commitments.</li><li>Ensure proper cost coding and classification for all contracts and materials.</li></ul>6. Forecasting &amp; Risk Analysis<ul><li>Prepare cost forecasts and project-to-complete cost (PTC) estimates.</li><li>Identify potential risks affecting project cost and propose mitigation measures.</li><li>Assist in cash-flow projections and financial planning for the project.</li></ul>7. Document &amp; Data Management<ul><li>Maintain cost databases, records, and supporting documentation.</li><li>Ensure all cost-related documents are accurate, updated, and properly archived.</li><li>Support audits and internal reviews with required financial documentation.</li></ul>Qualifications &amp; Skills<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Accounting, or related field.</li><li>3&ndash;7 years&rsquo; experience in cost control for commercial building projects (towers, malls, hospitals, offices, etc.).</li><li>Strong understanding of construction cost structures, BOQs, and project financial cycles.</li><li>Proficiency in MS Excel (advanced), cost control software (e.g., ERP, SAP, Oracle, CCS Candy), and MS Project/Primavera P6.</li><li>Excellent analytical, numerical, and reporting skills.</li><li>Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks.</li><li>Strong communication and coordination skills.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-time

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