cost control specialist

KEO International Consultants

<div>Overview:
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KEO is a creative enterprise, where innovation is a way of life. We are uniquely resourced with end-to-end services to take clients from inspiration &ndash; through conceptualization &ndash; to realization of planning, design or project delivery in the built and natural environments. For over 60 years we&rsquo;ve led with vision, contributing to many of the world&rsquo;s most ambitious projects, iconic places, remarkable experiences and prosperous communities.</div><div></div><div><br>
As a highly integrated and agile AEP/PMCM firm, KEO is recognized by ENR as one of the Top 225 International Design Firms and one of the Top 20 International PM/CM Firms. We are also ranked by World Architecture as the 57th largest global architecture firm and the #1 Firm in the Middle East Region in their 2024 WA100 Survey.</div><div></div><div><br>
We invite you to join us. Why?</div><div></div><div><br>
When you join KEO, you&rsquo;ll discover more than just a job &ndash; you&rsquo;ll find a supportive environment that fosters your professional development through internal global mobility and career development and does so within a culture that supports company-wide health and well-being through on-demand counselling services and regular workplace clinics. You will be invited to celebrate community events such as sports days, fun-runs, in-house sports teams and beach clean ups. In addition to your competitive package and benefits you will have access to a suite of policies that include hybrid working arrangements, individual athletic sponsorship, study assistance sponsorship, employee referral rewards, mentoring and coaching programs and extensive in-house on demand learning courses.</div><p></p><div><br>
Our newest opportunity is for a talented Performance Specialist to join our award-winning team based in Alkhobar.
</div><div>This position is responsible for ensuring that the requirements of the contract documents are implemented and maintained throughout the contract period and to assist in the review of contractual notices of claims.</div>
Responsibilities:
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Our newest opportunity is for a Project Controls Engineer. This critical role will lead the planning, scheduling, cost control, and performance reporting for a major infrastructure programme in Riyadh. The role is responsible for developing integrated project controls systems, ensuring data-driven decision-making, guiding project teams, and providing strategic support to the client. This is a senior leadership position requiring deep expertise in programme planning, earned value management, risk analysis, and controls for large-scale, complex infrastructure developments.</div><ul><li><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
1. Integrated Project Controls (Planning, Cost &amp; Performance)</b></h3><ul><li>
Developing, maintaining, and updating project schedules, cost baselines, and S-curves using Primavera P6 and related tools.</li><li>
Monitoring progress, earned value (EVM), cost performance, and forecast completion dates/costs; identifying variances and recommending corrective actions.</li><li>
Preparing weekly/monthly project controls reports, dashboards, and forecasts for the Engineer, Project Director, Client (Qiddiya Investment Company), and stakeholders.</li><li>
Supporting risk management by maintaining the project risk register with schedule, cost, and commercial inputs.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
2. Contract Administration &amp; Commercial Support (Core Strength)</b></h3><ul><li>
Providing strong support to the Engineer in FIDIC (or amended) contract administration, including reviewing and processing correspondence, notices, and determinations.</li><li>
Evaluating claims (EOT, prolongation costs, disruption) and contractual entitlements, and preparing recommendations.</li><li>
Assisting in the review of contractor/subcontractor programs and commercial submissions to ensure contractual compliance.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
3. Change &amp; Interface Management</b></h3><ul><li>
Managing the change control process by assessing impacts of scope changes on time, cost, resources, and quality, and preparing impact assessments for the Engineer&rsquo;s approval.</li><li>
Coordinating interfaces across multiple packages and disciplines typical in Qiddiya arena projects, including civil/structural, MEP, fit-out, and external works.</li><li>
Performing delay and productivity analyses to support commercial negotiations and claims defense/mitigation.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
4. Reporting, Analysis &amp; Stakeholder Coordination</b></h3><ul><li>
Producing accurate and timely commercial and project controls reports, including cash flow projections, cost-to-complete estimates, and performance metrics.</li><li>
Participating in progress, technical, and commercial meetings and presenting controls data and contractual positions clearly.</li><li>
Liaising with planning, cost, QA/QC, HSE, and engineering teams to ensure integrated project delivery.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
5. Compliance &amp; Continuous Improvement</b></h3><ul><li>
Ensuring all controls and commercial activities comply with project procedures, Saudi regulations, Vision 2030 standards, and contract requirements.</li><li>
Contributing to lessons learned, close-out reports, and handover documentation.</li><li>
Mentoring junior controls staff and promoting best practices in project controls and contract management.</li></ul></div></div></div></div><div>
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Qualifications:
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To be successful in this dynamic opportunity, we envision that your career journey to date is 8<b> years work experience</b> partnered with a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent 8 years of your career will have been focused purely on Project Controls in Building Superstructure works</div><div><br>
</div><ul><li><b>Must have Civil Substructure &amp; Superstructure Building works experience
</b></li><li>Expert in Primavera P6 (scheduling, resource loading, baseline management).</li><li>
Strong knowledge of FIDIC contracts (Red Book or similar), claims management, and variation procedures.</li><li>
Proficiency in cost management tools, Excel (advanced), Power BI, and document control systems (Aconex highly valued).</li><li>
Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM), delay analysis, and integrated controls.</li></ul><div></div><div><br>
KEO&rsquo;s performance is founded upon integrity, results, innovation, safety and our people. We embrace diversity and recognise its&rsquo; contribution to client success wherever we work.</div><div>
We are excited to hear how you can partner with our award-winning team and treat all expressions of interest confidentially.</div></div>

Project Controls Engineer

AlKhalejiah | الخليجية

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  New Product Development (NPD) Specialist
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  Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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  We are seeking a highly motivated and innovative New Product Development (NPD) Specialist to join a leading food manufacturing business in Riyadh.
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  The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and improving bakery, pastry, confectionery, and dessert products from concept to commercialization, while ensuring product quality, scalability, cost efficiency, and alignment with consumer and market trends.
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   Develop new bakery, pastry, confectionery, and dessert products from concept through commercial launch.
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   Optimize existing products to enhance quality, consistency, and cost efficiency.
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   Conduct product trials, pilot runs, and factory validations.
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   Collaborate with Production, Quality, Procurement, and Commercial teams throughout the development process.
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   Prepare product specifications, recipes, formulations, and technical documentation.
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   Evaluate ingredients and raw materials for new product development initiatives.
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   Support factory implementation, scale-up activities, and successful product launches.
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   Monitor market trends, consumer preferences, and competitor products to identify innovation opportunities.
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   Ensure compliance with food safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
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   Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Nutrition, or a related field.
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   3&ndash;5 years of experience in New Product Development within the food manufacturing industry.
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   Strong experience in bakery, pastry, confectionery, dessert, or snack product development.
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   Solid understanding of food ingredients, formulations, and manufacturing processes.
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   Experience in product trials, validations, and factory implementation.
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   Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
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   Good command of English.
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   Industrial Bakery Manufacturing
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   Confectionery Manufacturing
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   Pastry &amp; Dessert Production
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   Snack Food Manufacturing
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   FMCG Food Manufacturing
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   Central Kitchen &amp; Commissary Operations
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New Product Development Specialist

CSI Global

<div><p><b>About CSI Global</b></p>
<p>At CSI Global, we specialize in delivering advanced electromechanical, testing, and commissioning services across the GCC and Globally. We power infrastructure through technical excellence and engineering innovation. Join a team committed to shaping the future of transmission and energy systems in the region.</p>
<p><b>Position Overview</b></p>
<p>We are seeking a Procurement Specialist with strong estimation exposure to support our MEP and technical services projects in Riyadh.</p>
<p><b>Key Responsibilities</b></p>
<ul><li>Manage end-to-end procurement for MEP and electromechanical projects such as (RFQs, vendor evaluation, negotiation, and purchase orders)</li><li>
Source suppliers, obtain competitive quotations, and prepare commercial comparisons</li><li>
Support estimation team with accurate BOQ pricing and cost analysis</li><li>
Negotiate contracts and ensure cost optimization</li><li>
Coordinate with engineering and project teams to ensure timely material delivery</li><li>
Maintain vendor database and ensure compliance with project specifications</li></ul>
<p><b>Requirements</b></p>
<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field</li><li>
3+ years of procurement experience in construction / MEP projects</li><li>
Proven exposure to estimation and cost evaluation</li><li>
Strong negotiation and supplier management skills</li><li>
Based in Riyadh or willing to relocate</li></ul></div>

Procurement Specialist

Qiddiya Investment Company

<div><p>The Senior Director &ndash; Project Controls will establish and lead a high performing, standardized integrated Project Controls function within Qiddiya&rsquo;s Transport Business Unit, encompassing Cost Planning and Reporting, Programme (Schedule) Management and Document Control.
</p><p>Reporting to the Executive Director, Development Management Office, this role will be instrumental in bringing rigour, consistency and confidence to how cost, schedule and reporting are managed across all transport projects. The Senior Director will drive the development of a unified cost-planning framework, ensure disciplined budget approvals and financial tracking in partnership with the Central Development Unit and strengthen programme assurance and logiv testing across the project portfolio.</p><p>
Qiddiya Investment Company is dedicated to revolutionizing the entertainment and leisure industry in Saudi Arabia, and we are looking for a dynamic and experienced Senior Director of Project Controls for our DMO Transportation Division. This pivotal role will involve overseeing and enhancing the project controls framework for the transportation infrastructure projects within the Qiddiya destination. Your leadership will ensure the efficient handling of multiple projects critical to developing a seamless experience across our entertainment platform.</p><p><b>
Key Objectives (First 18 months) Responsibilities</b></p><ul><li>
Develop and implement a consistent, robust cost planning framework across all projects replacing ad hoc practices with clear methodologies, templates and governance requirements. Ensure project teams adopt the framework and are trained to apply it accurately and consistently.</li><li>
Work closely with the Centrral Development Unit to define and embed a transparent budget approval and funding process, ensuring all projects have approved budgets aligned with corporate systems. Establish clear controls for ongoing budget tracking and change management, providing senior management with full confidence in reported financials.</li><li>
Strengthen programme management discipline by introducing logical, evidence based schedule validation across all projects. Ensure baseline schedules, float, dependencies and critical paths are realistic and defensible. Build capability within the planning team to challenge delivery timelines and assess delay impacts objectively.</li><li>
Embed cost, schedule, risk and change management integration within project reporting ensuring one version of truth and a common control baseline.</li><li>
Partner closely with the Transport Business Unit Governance team to align processes, approvals and reporting with organizational standards and external assurance requirements.</li><li>
Work seamlessly with the Senior Directors of Procurement, Commercial and Finance, Risk and Compliance &amp; Reporting and maintain strong interfaces with the Central Delivery Unit (CDU) and Strategic Delivery Unit (SDU) to ensure alignment and transparency across the delivery program.</li><li>
Recruit, develop and empower a capable project controls team covering cost, programme, and document control disciplines fostering a culture of accuracy, responsiveness and continuous improvement.</li></ul><p><b>
Key Responsibilities</b></p><ul><li>
Lead the establishment of an integrated Project Controls Framework governing cost planning, schedule management, change control and reporting across all projects
</li><li>Create detailed cost planning standards and templates, defining inputs, assumptions and review checkpoints to drive consistency across project cost plans.</li><li>
Oversee the preparation, validation and ongoing maintenance of project budgets, ensuring traceability between approved budgets, cost plans and funding sources.</li><li>
Collaborate with the Central Development Unit and Finance to embed the budget approval process, track funding allocations and provide transparent reporting of financial performance.</li><li>
Ensure all projects maintain accurate and logically structured programmes, validated through formal schedule assurance reviews.</li><li>
Manage scheduling, budgeting, cost control, and risk management activities to ensure timely and cost-effective project execution.</li><li>
Work collaboratively with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to define project baselines and establish governance structures.</li><li>
Provide expert analysis and insight into project performance, preparing detailed reporting for senior management and stakeholders.</li><li>
Provide senior management with clear, reliable and data driven insights through regular dashboards and performance reviews.</li><li>
Embed project control staff within project teams to ensrue accurate data capture, timely reporting and partnership with project delivery.</li><li>
Ensure document control process maintain version integrity, traceability and audit readiness.</li><li>
Continuously review and improve project controls processes in line with industry advancements and organizational objectives.</li><li>
Maintain a strong focus on compliance, safety, and quality assurance throughout project lifecycles.</li></ul><br>
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Requirements</b><br>
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Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Construction Management, Project management or a related field; a Master&rsquo;s degree is preferred.</li><li>
At least 15 &ndash; 20+ years of experience in project controls, specifically in transportation or large-scale infrastructure projects.</li><li>
Advanced capability with project Control tools (Primavera P6, CostOS, Power BI etc).</li><li>
Demonstrated leadership experience supervising project controls teams in complex project environments.</li><li>
Deep understanding of project control techniques, including scheduling, cost estimation, and risk assessment methodologies.</li><li>
Excellent analytical skills paired with the ability to provide strategic recommendations based on data-driven insights.</li><li>
Outstanding communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.</li><li>
Expertise in project management software and tools to drive project efficiency.</li><li>
Professional certifications, such as Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent, are highly valued.</li><li>
Prior experience in transport or large scale infrastructure</li></ul><br>
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Benefits</b><p><br>
Offering a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.</p></div>

Senior Director - Project Controls - Transport - 20003758 HS8

Qiddiya | القدية

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 The Senior Manager leads project controls and financial governance across assigned projects or portfolios, ensuring robust oversight of contracts, budgets, schedules, risks, and reporting. The role provides strategic financial insight, strengthens control frameworks, and supports senior leadership in informed decision-making.
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   Manage contract variations, change orders, and extension of time/cost claims, ensuring proper evaluation, documentation, approvals, and reporting.
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   Oversee utilization of project contingencies and provisional sums, ensuring disciplined budget control and alignment with approved business cases.
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   Direct cost monitoring, forecasting, and variance analysis, providing clear insights and mitigation strategies to senior management.
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   Ensure integrity and reconciliation of data across SAP, Primavera P6, Unifier, BIM, and related systems.
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   Oversee monthly accrual reviews and financial close activities to ensure accuracy and compliance.
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   Provide high-level oversight of schedule changes and integrated cost/schedule impacts.
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   Lead risk and opportunity reviews, ensuring timely identification, assessment, and escalation of key exposures.
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   Act as a senior liaison between Finance, Commercial, and Project Delivery teams to ensure transparency and alignment.
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   Mentor and guide project controls teams, promoting governance, accountability, and continuous improvement
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 Bachelor's degree
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 Working knowledge or certification on project tools such as: primavera, p6, unifier, SAP project module. (required)
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 Professional certifications such as CPA/ MBA are preferred
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 Certificate in Construction Law and Dispute Resolution - RICS or similar are preferred
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 Project Management Professional (PMP) is preferred.
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 8+ years of experience in Project Controls, or Development Finance as part of large construction company or large developer or PMC.
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Senior Manager - Financial Planning and Analysis (CORS 251)

Larsen & Toubro

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 The Civil Manager is responsible for managing the process for civil works, negotiating and finalizing contracts with contractors after project awards, and monitoring the progress of civil activities to ensure timely and cost-effective project execution. This role requires strong technical knowledge, commercial acumen, and project management skills to support the successful delivery of infrastructure projects.
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   Contractor Negotiation &amp; Finalization:
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   Engage in post-award negotiations with contractors to optimize costs, timelines, and scope without compromising quality.
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   Review and finalize contracts, ensuring alignment with project objectives, legal requirements, and company policies.
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   Assess contractor capabilities, past performance, and compliance with contractual obligations.
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   Establish clear communication channels with contractors and resolve any disputes or deviations.
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   Project Monitoring &amp; Execution Support:
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   Oversee the progress of civil works to ensure timely execution per approved plans and schedules.
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   Conduct regular site visits and coordinate with project teams to track milestones, identify potential delays, and implement corrective actions.
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   Monitor contractor performance, ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and environmental standards.
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   Provide periodic progress reports to senior management, highlighting key risks and mitigation measures.
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   Coordinate with other disciplines (mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation) to ensure smooth integration of civil activities with overall project execution.
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   Cost Control &amp; Risk Management:
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   Monitor project budgets and control costs to prevent overruns.
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   Identify and address potential risks that may impact project timelines and financials.
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   Ensure compliance with contractual terms, regulatory requirements, and company policies
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Senior Manager-CIvil

Mace Group

<div><p>Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition. Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey.</p><p><br>
</p><p><b>The project:</b></p>
<p>A Large multipurpose Venue for long-term use as a versatile hub for sports, entertainment, and community events in the heart of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.</p><p><br>
</p><p><b>You&rsquo;ll be responsible for:</b></p>
<ul><li><p>Assists with feasibility studies, procurement strategies, contract selection, and preparation of procurement reports to support project delivery.</p>
</li><li><p>Supports value management, estimating, and cost planning activities to develop accurate and effective project cost plans.</p>
</li><li><p>Participates in the full procurement process, including prequalification, tender enquiries, bid analysis, contractor selection, and contract preparation.</p>
</li><li><p>Assists in preparing contract documents, warranties, bonds, licenses, valuations, and management of contract variations in accordance with contractual requirements.</p>
</li><li><p>Supports cost control, financial reporting, cost analysis, and monitoring of design changes, contract awards, construction activities, and client-related costs.</p>
</li><li><p>Contributes to contract administration activities, including practical completion, final accounts, defect rectification certification, and final completion processes.</p>
</li><li><p>Provides cost management support to project teams, develops effective relationships with stakeholders, and contributes to the delivery of team and regional objectives.</p>
</li><li><p>Guides and coaches junior team members while promoting collaborative working practices and supporting net zero carbon initiatives through proactive carbon management and reduction strategies.</p><br>
</li></ul><p></p><p><b>You&rsquo;ll need to have:</b></p>
<ul><li><p>Saudi national is required.</p>
</li><li><p>Minimum 5 years relevant experience supporting cost planning, measurement, variations, and reporting.</p><br>
</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Our values</b></p>
<p><b>Safety first - Going home safe and well: </b>We champion a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of wellbeing in every team.</p><p><br>
</p><p><b>Client focus - Deliver on our promise: </b>We own the quality of deliverables, strategic outcomes and build long term relationships with our clients.</p><p><br>
</p><p><b>Integrity - Always do the right thing: </b>We influence positive outcomes within our industry, while always aligning with our compliance obligations.</p><p><br>
</p><p><b>Create opportunity - For our people to excel: </b>We<b> </b>champion a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities, inspiring our people and teams to develop.<br>
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</p><p>Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.
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We are also open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable with-in the role</p>
<p>#LI-Onsite</p></div>

Assistant Cost Manager - Saudi National

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