cost control manager

UCC Holding

<div>
 
 The Cost Control Manager ensures the financial health of projects by developing, monitoring, and managing budgets. They provide accurate cost estimates, track expenditures, and identify variances to maintain financial control. Their role involves implementing effective cost control systems and strategies to optimize resource allocation and achieve financial efficiency.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Job Responsibilities 1
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Develop detailed project and departmental budgets, ensuring they align with overall organizational financial goals.
 
 
 Prepare accurate cost estimates for projects, incorporating all potential expenses and risks to forecast financial needs.
 
 
 Monitor and track project expenditures continuously, comparing actual costs against budgeted amounts.
 
 
 Analyze cost variances, identify reasons for discrepancies, and recommend corrective actions to manage budget deviations.
 
 
 Generate detailed financial reports, highlighting key metrics, trends, and issues for senior management and stakeholders.
 
 
 Implement and maintain robust cost control systems and procedures to ensure financial accuracy and efficiency.
 
 
 Identify financial risks and develop mitigation strategies to prevent cost overruns and budgetary impacts.
 
 
 Review and manage contracts, ensuring compliance with financial terms and addressing any cost-related issues.
 
 
 Communicate effectively with project managers, finance teams, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment on financial matters.
 
 
 Identify opportunities for improving cost control practices and processes, implementing changes to enhance financial management.
 
 
 Support the implementation of HSE initiatives, participate in safety awareness activities, and contribute to incident reporting and resolution in alignment with company and IMS policies.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Job Knowledge &amp; Skills
 
 
 
 
 Expertise in budgeting, cost estimation, and financial analysis to ensure accurate and effective financial planning.
 
 
 Strong analytical skills to interpret financial data, identify cost variances, and provide actionable insights.
 
 
 Knowledge of risk assessment and mitigation strategies to manage potential financial risks and cost overruns.
 
 
 Understanding of contract terms and negotiation to oversee financial compliance and address cost-related issues.
 
 
 Excellent communication skills for reporting to stakeholders and strong leadership abilities to manage and guide financial teams.
 
 
 ERP knowledge preferably SAP functional skills are a requirement to be successful in this role.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Job Experience
 
 
 
 
 Minimum 8 years working experience, 5 years in a relevant supervisory position, 2 years GCC experience is a plus.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Education
 
 
 
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 Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Pubic Administration or business administration, and other related field
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 Master's degree in Accounts and Finance
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 Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
 
 
 
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Cost Control Manager

Hill International

<div>This role is responsible for implementing and managing cost control strategies to ensure effective financial management and project profitability. Key duties include monitoring and analyzing financial data, preparing reports and budget forecasts, coordinating with project managers to track costs, reviewing and approving expenses, conducting audits, and identifying cost-saving opportunities. The position also involves training and mentoring cost control staff, supporting the finance team, collaborating on efficiency initiatives, staying updated on industry best practices, and ensuring compliance with Hill International&rsquo;s quality, safety, and environmental policies, along with other assigned tasks.</div>
 <div><ul><li>Develop and implement cost control strategies and procedures to ensure effective financial management
</li><li>Monitor and analyze financial data to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve profitability
</li><li>Prepare and present financial reports, budget forecasts, and variance analysis to senior management
</li><li>Coordinate with project managers and department heads to track and control project costs
</li><li>Review and approve purchase orders, invoices, and expense reports to ensure compliance with company policies and budget limits
</li><li>Conduct regular audits of financial records and procedures to identify and resolve discrepancies
</li><li>Train and mentor cost control staff to ensure their understanding of cost control processes and procedures
</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop cost reduction initiatives and drive efficiency
</li><li>Stay updated on industry trends, regulations, and best practices in cost control and financial analysis
</li><li>Provide guidance and support to the finance team on cost control matters
</li><li>Informs themselves of the relevant Quality, Environmental, Safety and Occupational Health Policies, Manuals and Procedures in place within Hill International, and ensures continued compliance with these requirements while employed by Hill.
</li><li>Perform other duties as assigned by the line manager/supervisor.</li></ul></div>
 <div><ul><li>Bachelor / Master Degree in Accountant or Engineering from an accredited university.
</li><li>Minimum 10 years&rsquo; experience in related field on national / international major initiatives and developments.
</li><li>Extensive knowledge and experience in project cost.
</li><li>Extensive experience in managing and prioritizing projects costs.
</li><li>Ability to present budgeting plans and requirements to senior management and other government authorities.
</li><li>Ability to negotiate with multiple stakeholders to secure cost for projects
</li><li>Capable to fluently communicate in Arabic and English
</li><li>Excellent Verbal and written communication skills.</li></ul></div>

Cost Control Engineer (HQ)

Brainstorm Human Resource Consultant

Job Title: Manager &ndash; Project Control (Oil &amp; Gas - Plant piping)Location: Saudi Arabia (Site-Based) Employment Type: Full-TimeJob OverviewWe are hiring a Manager &ndash; Project Control to manage planning, scheduling, and cost control for oil &amp; gas plant piping projects. The role requires strong expertise in Primavera P6 and experience handling large-scale site-based projects.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage project planning, scheduling, and cost control activities</li><li>Develop and maintain project schedules using Primavera P6</li><li>Track progress and identify delays or deviations</li><li>Prepare reports, forecasts, and performance analysis</li><li>Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and construction teams</li><li>Monitor project costs, budgeting, and forecasting</li><li>Handle risk analysis and mitigation</li><li>Manage changes and assess impact on schedule and cost</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Mechanical Engineering</li><li>Minimum 15 years&rsquo; experience in oil &amp; gas projects</li><li>Experience in plant piping projects (mandatory)</li><li>Strong working knowledge of Primavera P6</li><li>Experience in site-based roles</li></ul>Preferred<ul><li>GCC experience</li><li>PMP certification</li></ul>Work Conditions<ul><li>Site-based role in Saudi Arabia</li><li>Competitive salary and growth opportunities</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: ﷼20,000.00 - ﷼25,000.00 per monthApplication Question(s):<ul><li>Your current salary, Expected salary &amp; Notice period?</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>Project Controls: 10 years (Required)</li><li>oil &amp; gas: 10 years (Required)</li><li>plant piping projects: 6 years (Required)</li><li>scheduling/Project schedules: 8 years (Required)</li><li>Project planning: 8 years (Required)</li><li>cost control : 6 years (Required)</li><li>Primavera P6 : 8 years (Required)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Manager – Project Control (Oil & Gas - plant piping)

Hill International, Inc.

<div>
 
 We are expanding our team for an exciting
 
 large-scale Mixed‑Use Development project in the UAE
 
 and are looking to engage a highly skilled professional for the role of
 
 Commercial Manager In Egypt.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications and Professional Experience
 
 
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Engineering / Quantity Surveying / Construction Management &ndash;
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 Master&rsquo;s degree in Commercial Management / Construction Law &ndash; Preferred
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 Strong cost control &amp; commercial experience
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 PMP &ndash; Advantageous
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 FIDIC Training Advantageous
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 Cost Management / Value Engineering Courses &ndash; Preferred
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 12&ndash;15+ years of experience
 
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 Experience with major developers is a strong advantage
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 Strong background in: Cost Control, Budgeting &amp; Forecasting, Payment Certification, Commercial Reporting
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 Must have client-facing experience
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 </ul>
 
 
</div>

Commercial Manager

Transpo Group Middle East

Hiring: Commercial / Contract Manager | Industrial / Manufacturing ProjectsWe are currently looking for an experienced Commercial / Contract Manager to support a major industrial project (on bid stage). This role is ideal for professionals with strong expertise in contracts management, commercial strategy, and cost control within manufacturing or heavy industrial environments, particularly in metal production.Please note: This opportunity is tied to a project under tender/bid stage. Shortlisted candidates will be considered for inclusion in the proposal and mobilization upon project award.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead all commercial and contractual aspects of the project lifecycle</li><li>Review, draft, and administer contracts (EPC, subcontract, and supply agreements)</li><li>Manage claims, variations, and dispute resolution processes</li><li>Ensure compliance with contractual terms, policies, and regulatory requirements</li><li>Provide commercial guidance to project teams and senior stakeholders</li><li>Monitor project costs, budgets, and financial performance</li><li>Interface with clients, consultants, contractors, and suppliers on commercial matters</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Law, Business, or related field</li><li>Minimum 10 years of experience in commercial/contract management</li><li>At least 5 years within industrial or manufacturing sectors</li><li>Strong experience in contract administration, claims management, and cost control</li><li>Solid understanding of EPC / LSTK contracts and procurement strategies</li><li>Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills</li></ul>Note to Applicants: Please read the job requirements carefully. If you do not have the required experience especially in the industrial sector, please do not apply.Application Question(s):<ul><li>Did you attach your most current CV in your application?</li><li>Are your project experience specified in your CV?</li></ul>Education:<ul><li>Bachelor's (Preferred)</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>commercial/contract/cost control: 10 years (Required)</li><li>manufacturing/industrial project: 5 years (Required)</li><li>program management company (PMC): 5 years (Required)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Commercial/Contract Manager (Bid Stage)

Casagrand Builders Pvt Ltd

Job Title: Commercial Manager - Engineering (Procurement, Contracts &amp; Cost Control)Role OverviewResponsible for end-to-end management of project-related expenses and commercial functions, including vendor sourcing, tendering, rate finalization, contract administration, invoicing, and payment coordination. Ensures cost efficiency, contractual compliance, and alignment with project budgets and escrow regulations across all construction activities.Typical Background<ul><li>5&ndash;12 years in Engineering Commercial / Quantity Surveying</li><li>Experience with real estate developers or Tier-1 contractors</li><li>Degree in Civil Engineering / Quantity Surveying preferred</li></ul>Key Responsibilities1. Vendor Sourcing &amp; Prequalification<ul><li>Identify and prequalify:</li><li>Main contractors</li><li>Subcontractors (Civil, MEP, Finishing, Infrastructure)</li><li>Material suppliers</li><li>Maintain an approved vendor/contractor database</li><li>Conduct technical and financial due diligence in coordination with Engineering</li></ul>2. Tendering &amp; RFQ Management<ul><li>Float tenders/RFQs based on BOQ, drawings, and specifications</li><li>Ensure minimum 3 competitive bids (as per procurement policy)</li><li>Manage bidder queries and clarifications with consultants</li><li>Prepare Techno-Commercial Comparison (TCC/TCS) ensuring like-to-like evaluation</li></ul>3. Rate Analysis &amp; Commercial Finalization<ul><li>Perform detailed rate analysis (materials, labor, preliminaries, margins)</li><li>Benchmark with market rates and historical data</li><li>Lead commercial negotiations with contractors/vendors</li><li>Recommend award based on techno-commercial evaluation, not just L1</li></ul>4. Contracting &amp; Documentation<ul><li>Draft, review, and finalize:</li><li>LOI/LOA (Letter of Intent/Award)</li><li>Main contracts and subcontracts</li><li>Ensure contracts are aligned with FIDIC Contracts (or equivalent standards)</li><li>Clearly define:</li><li>Scope of work</li><li>Payment terms &amp; milestones</li><li>Liquidated damages (LDs)</li><li>Deliverables &amp; timelines</li><li>Coordinate with Legal &amp; Management for approvals</li></ul>5. Budget Monitoring &amp; Cost Control<ul><li>Track budget vs committed cost vs actual spend</li><li>Maintain cost reports and project cash flow forecasts</li><li>Identify risks of cost overrun and recommend mitigation strategies</li><li>Ensure alignment with approved project feasibility</li></ul>6. Variation Orders (VO) &amp; Claims Management<ul><li>Evaluate and negotiate variation orders (VOs)</li><li>Validate scope changes with Engineering/Consultants</li><li>Manage contractor claims including:</li><li>Extensions of Time (EOT)</li><li>Cost escalation / prolongation claims</li><li>Assess cost and timeline impact before approvals</li></ul>7. Measurement, Certification &amp; Invoicing<ul><li>Verify contractor invoices based on:</li><li>Site measurements (BOQ)</li><li>Engineer/Consultant certification</li><li>Process Interim Payment Certificates (IPC)</li><li>Ensure all invoices are backed by approved documentation</li></ul>8. Payment Processing &amp; Escrow Compliance<ul><li>Coordinate with Finance for invoice submission and payment release</li><li>Ensure payments are:</li><li>In line with contract terms</li><li>Linked to actual construction progress</li><li>Align disbursements with escrow requirements as per:</li><li>Dubai Land Department</li><li>RERA</li><li>Track payables aging and cash flow commitments</li></ul>9. Procurement Governance &amp; DOA Compliance<ul><li>Ensure adherence to Delegation of Authority (DOA) matrix:</li><li>Tender approvals</li><li>Contract awards</li><li>Variation approvals</li><li>Payment releases</li><li>Maintain maker-checker process and audit trails</li><li>Ensure procurement compliance (multi-bid, documentation, approvals)</li></ul>10. Regulatory &amp; Authority Coordination<ul><li>Ensure cost and scope alignment with approvals from:</li><li>Dubai Municipality</li><li>Support compliance with project approvals and statutory requirements</li></ul>11. Systems &amp; Reporting<ul><li>Use ERP systems such as Oracle ERP / SAP for:</li><li>PO management</li><li>Invoice tracking</li><li>Cost reporting</li><li>Generate:</li><li>Weekly/monthly cost reports</li><li>Budget vs actual analysis</li><li>Cash flow forecasts</li><li>Maintain audit-ready documentation at all times</li></ul>Key Skills Required<ul><li>Strong knowledge of construction contracts &amp; procurement</li><li>Expertise in cost control and commercial negotiation</li><li>Quantity surveying fundamentals (BOQ, measurement, rate build-up)</li><li>Familiarity with FIDIC contracts and UAE regulations</li><li>Advanced Excel &amp; ERP systems</li><li>High attention to detail and governance</li></ul>KPIs / Performance Metrics<ul><li>Cost savings vs initial estimates</li><li>Budget adherence (%)</li><li>Variation Order (VO) control (% of contract value)</li><li>Payment cycle efficiency</li><li>Claim resolution effectiveness</li><li>Audit compliance score</li></ul>Reporting Structure<ul><li>Reports to: Commercial Director / Project Director</li><li>Works closely with: Engineering, Finance, Legal, Consultants, Contractors</li></ul>Pay: AED12,000.00 - AED18,000.00 per monthWork Location: In person

Commercial Manager- Engineering

Stantec

<div>Requisition Number: 24313BR
Description:
Job Description:
The Project Cost Manager will lead and manage all cost planning and financial control functions and act as the Client's independent cost and commercial representative within the Project Management team, to ensure cost efficiency and certainty, value for money, value optimization, transparency and compliance with contractual and financial governance frameworks, procurement regulations, throughout design, procurement, construction, and project close-out, also overseeing key project controls functions, including cost control, value engineering and change management.
Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities:
<ul><li>Serve as the primary cost advisor to the Client.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Establish cost management systems aligned with professional standards and PMI frameworks.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Advise on procurement routes, contract packaging, and risk allocation suitable for UAE public-sector projects.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Support business case approvals and executive committees.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Develop, mange, and control the master project cost plan and budget across all project stages.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Validate design development against approved budgets and client cost limits.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Establish contingencies, escalation allowances, cash flow forecasts, and cost baselines.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Provide early identification of budget risks and recommend mitigation measures.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Establish and maintain cost benchmarks and unit rates.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Support procurement strategies in compliance with government procurement policies.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Review and endorse cost plans, Bills of Quantities, tender documents, and pricing schedules.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Lead commercial evaluations, tender clarifications, and recommendations for award.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Ensure procurement processes are transparent, auditable, competitive, and compliant.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Review contractor payment applications, variations, claims, and commercial correspondence.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Provide independent commercial assessment of claims, EOTs (cost impact), and dispute matters.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Monitor actual costs against approved budgets, forecasts, and cash flows.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Validate quantities, progress, and valuation of works on site.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Prepare monthly cost reports, executive summaries, and financial dashboards for senior stakeholders.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Ensure alignment between construction progress, programme and cost data.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Lead cost risk identification, quantification, and mitigation planning.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Maintain cost risk registers and manage contingency drawdowns.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Facilitate value engineering and value management workshops, ensuring no compromise to safety, quality, or operational performance.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Asses cost impacts of design changes, authority requirements, and scope variations.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Ensure full compliance with UAE governmental frameworks, approval cycles, and reporting protocols.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Maintain auditable cost records, approvals, and change documentation.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Support internal and external audits, reviews, and assurance processes.</li></ul>
Qualifications:
Qualifications:
<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or Construction Management from an accredited university</li></ul>
<ul><li>15-20 years of work experience in all aspects of contract management</li></ul>
<ul><li>Professional accreditation with a recognized international institute</li></ul>
<ul><li>Expert knowledge of FIDIC contracts with UAE-specific amendments</li></ul>
<ul><li>Strong understanding of UAE construction market rates, procurement practices, and supply chains</li></ul>
<ul><li>Familiarity with UAE authority requirements</li></ul>
<ul><li>Excellent command of cost planning, forecasting, and financial reporting tools</li></ul>
<ul><li>Proficiency in MS Excel and reporting skills; ERP or project controls systems experience preferred.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Fluency in English and a high degree of numeracy and literacy.</li></ul>
About Stantec:
We&rsquo;re active members of the communities we serve. That&rsquo;s why at Stantec we always design with community in mind. We believe growing a great design company happens from the inside out. We look for people who are drawn to use every talent they possess, plus creativity, determination and a drive to do the extraordinary.
The Stantec community unites approximately 22,000 employees working in over 400 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring projects to life. Our work as architects, engineers, and consultants from initial project concept and planning through design, construction and commissioning is built on a solid history of success. So, when we take on a project, we see the opportunity to make a lasting connection with the people and places where we live and work. Redefine your personal best. Join us!
Work Location(s):United Arab Emirates-Abu Dhabi
Employment Type: Full-Time
Job Type: Regular
Job Category: Construction, Contracts Procurement</div>

Cost Manager (Buildings)

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