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Omada Rail Systems

<div><ul><li>Permanent Contract
</li></ul><ul><li>Executive
</li></ul><ul><li>Dubai
</li></ul><ul><li>Project Planning</li></ul></div>
 <div>About Us 
Waagner Biro Bridge Services is a leader in delivering high-quality projects in bridge construction, steel structures, and marine engineering. Known for iconic and technically advanced structures, we also provide design and build solutions for harbors, marinas, and jetties.
Our comprehensive facility management services cover bridges, road infrastructure, buildings, and aviation facilities, ensuring long-term performance and excellence. At Waagner Biro, we are committed to achieving the extraordinary in every project.
 Learn more: www.waagnerbiro-bridgesystems.com 
About the Role 
We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Cost Control Engineer to join our dynamic team in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. In this role, you will play a crucial part in managing project finances, ensuring cost efficiency, and delivering transparent financial insights to support strategic decision-making. As a Cost Control Engineer, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining robust cost control systems, monitoring project expenditures, and providing actionable recommendations to optimize project performance and profitability.<ul><li>
Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive cost control systems, procedures, and frameworks aligned with project requirements and organizational standards</li><li>
Monitor and track project budgets, commitments, expenditures, and financial forecasts with precision and transparency</li><li>
Prepare detailed cost reports, variance analyses, and performance forecasts for management review and stakeholder presentations</li><li>
Analyze project performance metrics including Cost Performance Index (CPI), Schedule Performance Index (SPI), and earned value analysis to identify trends and deviations</li><li>
Review, verify, and approve subcontractors' and suppliers' invoices, variations, and change orders while ensuring accuracy and compliance</li><li>
Collaborate with planning, procurement, and commercial departments to ensure cost alignment and identify potential cost savings opportunities</li><li>
Support project management in identifying financial risks, cost deviations, and mitigation strategies to maintain budget integrity</li><li>
Participate actively in budget preparation, tender evaluation processes, and project closing reports</li><li>
Provide monthly cost reports, dashboards, and presentations to senior management with clear insights and recommendations</li><li>
Coordinate with cross-functional teams to resolve cost-related issues and implement corrective actions efficiently</li></ul> 
What do we need from you 
**Required Qualifications:**<ul><li>
Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Finance, or equivalent discipline</li><li>
Minimum 5 years of professional experience in cost control, cost engineering, or project financial management within construction or infrastructure projects</li><li>
Proficiency in cost management software and ERP systems (e.g., Xpedeon, SAP, Oracle, Candy or similar platforms)</li><li>
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data</li><li>
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present findings clearly to diverse stakeholders</li><li>
Solid knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, and earned value management principles</li><li>
Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools</li><li>
Strong organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail in financial documentation</li></ul>
**Preferred Qualifications:**<ul><li>
Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Cost Professional (CCP), or Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) certification</li><li>
Experience with invoice and variation management processes</li><li>
Familiarity with construction industry standards and best practices</li><li>
Experience in vendor and supplier coordination and negotiation</li><li>
Knowledge of risk management and contingency planning in project environments</li><li>
Previous experience working on large-scale infrastructure or construction projects in the Middle East region</li></ul></div>

Cost Control Engineer

Egis Group

<div>Company Description 
Waagner Biro Bridge Services is a leader in delivering high-quality projects in bridge construction, steel structures, and marine engineering. Known for iconic and technically advanced structures, we also provide design and build solutions for harbors, marinas, and jetties.
Our comprehensive facility management services cover bridges, road infrastructure, buildings, and aviation facilities, ensuring long-term performance and excellence. At Waagner Biro, we are committed to achieving the extraordinary in every project.
Learn more: www.waagnerbiro-bridgesystems.com 
Job Description 
We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Cost Control Engineer to join our dynamic team in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. In this role, you will play a crucial part in managing project finances, ensuring cost efficiency, and delivering transparent financial insights to support strategic decision-making. As a Cost Control Engineer, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining robust cost control systems, monitoring project expenditures, and providing actionable recommendations to optimize project performance and profitability.<ul><li>
Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive cost control systems, procedures, and frameworks aligned with project requirements and organizational standards</li><li>
Monitor and track project budgets, commitments, expenditures, and financial forecasts with precision and transparency</li><li>
Prepare detailed cost reports, variance analyses, and performance forecasts for management review and stakeholder presentations</li><li>
Analyze project performance metrics including Cost Performance Index (CPI), Schedule Performance Index (SPI), and earned value analysis to identify trends and deviations</li><li>
Review, verify, and approve subcontractors' and suppliers' invoices, variations, and change orders while ensuring accuracy and compliance</li><li>
Collaborate with planning, procurement, and commercial departments to ensure cost alignment and identify potential cost savings opportunities</li><li>
Support project management in identifying financial risks, cost deviations, and mitigation strategies to maintain budget integrity</li><li>
Participate actively in budget preparation, tender evaluation processes, and project closing reports</li><li>
Provide monthly cost reports, dashboards, and presentations to senior management with clear insights and recommendations</li><li>
Coordinate with cross-functional teams to resolve cost-related issues and implement corrective actions efficiently</li></ul> 

Qualifications 
**Required Qualifications:**<ul><li>
Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Finance, or equivalent discipline</li><li>
Minimum 5 years of professional experience in cost control, cost engineering, or project financial management within construction or infrastructure projects</li><li>
Proficiency in cost management software and ERP systems (e.g., Xpedeon, SAP, Oracle, Candy or similar platforms)</li><li>
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data</li><li>
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present findings clearly to diverse stakeholders</li><li>
Solid knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, and earned value management principles</li><li>
Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools</li><li>
Strong organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail in financial documentation</li></ul>
**Preferred Qualifications:**<ul><li>
Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Cost Professional (CCP), or Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) certification</li><li>
Experience with invoice and variation management processes</li><li>
Familiarity with construction industry standards and best practices</li><li>
Experience in vendor and supplier coordination and negotiation</li><li>
Knowledge of risk management and contingency planning in project environments</li><li>
Previous experience working on large-scale infrastructure or construction projects in the Middle East region</li></ul></div>

Naffco

<div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Essential Job Functions &amp; Minimum Requirements</h3><h4 class="jobSectionHeader">
Role Overview</h4>
The Cost Engineer is responsible for managing and optimising product and project costs across the manufacturing lifecycle within the automotive product line. This role combines cost estimation, variance analysis, supplier cost management and cross-functional collaboration to ensure accurate costing, support pricing decisions and drive cost-reduction initiatives from concept through production and post-launch support.<h4 class="jobSectionHeader">
Key Responsibilities</h4><ul><li>Analyze and monitor manufacturing costs, including raw materials, labor, overhead, and waste.</li><li>Develop and maintain standard costing systems and cost models for all production processes.</li><li>Prepare detailed cost estimates for new and existing products and projects.</li><li>Evaluate and improve cost structures and suggest cost-saving opportunities.</li><li>Monitor actual vs. standard costs, analyze variances, and report root causes.</li><li>Work closely with production, procurement, and planning teams to understand the full production cycle and align cost controls.</li><li>Conduct periodic inventory valuations and participate in stock audits.</li><li>Assist in the budgeting and forecasting process for factory operations.</li><li>Generate reports on product profitability, break-even analysis, and production efficiency.</li><li>Ensure compliance with internal controls and company financial policies.</li></ul><h4 class="jobSectionHeader">
Qualifications &amp; Experience</h4><ul><li>
Degree or HNC/HND in Engineering, Manufacturing, Finance, Economics or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.</li><li>
Experience with cost modelling, activity-based costing, and familiarity with ERP systems and financial reporting processes.</li><li>
Understanding of manufacturing processes, supplier sourcing and total cost of ownership methodologies; exposure to value engineering and Lean is advantageous.</li><li>
Proven experience using Excel for advanced analysis; competency with costing or BI tools is desirable.</li></ul></div>

Cost engineer

Eden Line Kitchen Equipment Trading LLC

Job Description:Are you detail-driven, commercially sharp, and experienced in costing technical projects? Do you understand the dynamics of hospitality fit-outs and commercial kitchen equipment? We&rsquo;re looking for a proactive Project Estimator &ndash; Commercial Kitchen Equipment to join ELKE UAE and support our growing portfolio of hospitality projects across the Middle East.What You&rsquo;ll Be Doing:<ul><li>Preparing detailed cost estimates and commercial proposals for commercial kitchen projects</li></ul><ul><li>Reviewing tender documents, BOQs, drawings, and specifications</li></ul><ul><li>Conducting quantity take-offs and accurate equipment costing</li></ul><ul><li>Coordinating with suppliers for pricing, lead times, and technical compliance</li></ul><ul><li>Supporting the sales and design teams during pre-tender and post-tender stages</li></ul><ul><li>Analysing project margins and ensuring profitability targets are met</li></ul><ul><li>Identifying value-engineering opportunities without compromising quality</li></ul><ul><li>Assisting in negotiations with clients and consultants when required</li></ul>Who We&rsquo;re Looking For:<ul><li>Proven experience in estimation within commercial kitchen equipment, hospitality fit-out, or technical trading (mandatory)</li></ul><ul><li>Strong understanding of BOQs, tender processes, and project costing</li></ul><ul><li>Ability to interpret technical drawings and kitchen layouts</li></ul><ul><li>High proficiency in Excel and costing sheets</li></ul><ul><li>Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail</li></ul><ul><li>Ability to work under tight deadlines in a fast-paced project environment</li></ul><ul><li>Engineering, quantity surveying, or technical background preferred</li></ul>What We Offer:<ul><li>Competitive salary package</li></ul><ul><li>Exposure to high-profile hospitality projects across the UAE &amp; GCC</li></ul><ul><li>Career progression within a leading commercial kitchen specialist</li></ul><ul><li>Professional and performance-driven work environment</li></ul>If you are commercially minded and ready to play a key role in delivering profitable hospitality projects, we would like to hear from you.Job Type: Full-timePay: AED3,000.00 - AED5,000.00 per month

Estimator (Kitchen Equipment)

360wellness

Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Full ownership of project accounting and job costing</li><li>Monitor budget vs. actuals, identify variances, and recommend corrective actions</li><li>Track and report project-wise profitability and gross margins</li><li>Control inventory valuation, stock movement, and reconciliation</li><li>Manage subcontractor and supplier payments based on project milestones</li><li>Ensure accurate monthly closing and management reporting</li><li>Maintain strict control over cash flow and working capital</li><li>Ensure VAT/GST compliance and audit readiness</li><li>Strengthen internal financial controls and accountability systems</li></ul>Requirements: <ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Accounting or Finance.</li><li>Pursuing or completed professional certification ( CA &ndash; Inter / ACCA / CIMA) preferred.</li><li>3&ndash;5 years of experience in construction, fit-out, or project-driven trading companies.</li><li>Proven hands-on experience in project costing, margin analysis, and inventory control.</li><li>Strong understanding of inventory-heavy and project-based operations.</li><li>Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and experience with ERP systems (Sage, First Bit, etc)</li><li>Ability to work independently and collaborate with project teams.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: AED6,000.00 - AED8,000.00 per month

General Accountant

Global Software Solutions Group

<div>
 The Project Analyst will support end-to-end delivery of Finance transformation initiatives across the bank. This role sits at the intersection of Finance, Technology, and Governance&mdash;tracking execution, controlling numbers, and ensuring projects don't drift or burn money quietly.
 
 
 If someone can't handle ambiguity, data, and senior stakeholders at the same time, they'll fail here.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 <li>
 Support Finance-led projects including Regulatory Reporting, IFRS, Budgeting, Forecasting, GL, Cost Allocation, and Financial Controls
 </li>
 <li>
 Track project plans, milestones, dependencies, risks, and issues across multiple finance initiatives
 </li>
 <li>
 Own financial tracking: budgets, actuals, forecasts, cost leakage, and variance analysis
 </li>
 <li>
 Prepare SteerCo decks, dashboards, and executive reports for Finance leadership
 </li>
 <li>
 Coordinate with Finance SMEs, IT teams, vendors, and PMs to ensure delivery stays on scope and timeline
 </li>
 <li>
 Support business case preparation, funding requests, and post-implementation benefit tracking
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure compliance with bank governance, audit, and regulatory standards
 </li>
 <li>
 Maintain RAID logs, action trackers, and documentation&mdash;no loose ends
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Mandatory Skills &amp; Experience
 
 
 
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 <li>
 4-7 years of experience as Project Analyst / PMO / Finance Analyst in Banking or Financial Services
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong understanding of Finance domains:
 </li>
 <ul>
 <li>
 Financial Reporting
 </li>
 <li>
 Budgeting &amp; Forecasting
 </li>
 <li>
 Cost &amp; Revenue Analysis
 </li>
 <li>
 Regulatory / Audit exposure
 </li>
 </ul>
 <li>
 Proven experience in project tracking and governance for enterprise initiatives
 </li>
 <li>
 Advanced Excel skills (financial models, variance analysis, trackers)
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong PowerPoint skills&mdash;clear, executive-ready storytelling
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience working with senior Finance stakeholders (CFO org exposure is a big plus)
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 Good to Have (Differentiators)
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Exposure to Finance Transformation / ERP / Finance Automation projects
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience with Agile / Waterfall / Hybrid delivery models
 </li>
 <li>
 Knowledge of tools like Clarity PPM, JIRA, Confluence, Power BI
 </li>
 <li>
 Understanding of UAE banking regulatory environment
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 Behavioural Expectations (Non-Negotiable)
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Detail-obsessed. Missed numbers are unacceptable
 </li>
 <li>
 Comfortable pushing back on Finance and IT when things don't add up
 </li>
 <li>
 Structured thinker&mdash;can break chaos into clear actions
 </li>
 <li>
 Calm under pressure; deadlines here don't move
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 Education
 
 
 
 
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 <li>
 Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field
 </li>
 <li>
 PMP / PRINCE2 / Agile certification is a plus, not a substitute for real experience
 </li>
 </ul>
</div>

Project Analyst - Finance Domain

GSSTech Group

<div>The Project Analyst will support end-to-end delivery of Finance transformation initiatives across the bank. This role sits at the intersection of Finance, Technology, and Governance&mdash;tracking execution, controlling numbers, and ensuring projects don&rsquo;t drift or burn money quietly.
If someone can&rsquo;t handle ambiguity, data, and senior stakeholders at the same time, they&rsquo;ll fail here.<h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Key Responsibilities</h3><ul>
<li>Support Finance-led projects including Regulatory Reporting, IFRS, Budgeting, Forecasting, GL, Cost Allocation, and Financial Controls</li>
<li>Track project plans, milestones, dependencies, risks, and issues across multiple finance initiatives</li>
<li>Own financial tracking: budgets, actuals, forecasts, cost leakage, and variance analysis</li>
<li>Prepare SteerCo decks, dashboards, and executive reports for Finance leadership</li>
<li>Coordinate with Finance SMEs, IT teams, vendors, and PMs to ensure delivery stays on scope and timeline</li>
<li>Support business case preparation, funding requests, and post-implementation benefit tracking</li>
<li>Ensure compliance with bank governance, audit, and regulatory standards
</li><li>Maintain RAID logs, action trackers, and documentation&mdash;no loose ends</li>
</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Mandatory Skills &amp; Experience</h3><ul>
<li>4&ndash;7 years of experience as Project Analyst / PMO / Finance Analyst in Banking or Financial Services
</li><li>Strong understanding of Finance domains:
</li><li><ul><li>Financial Reporting</li>
<li>Budgeting &amp; Forecasting</li>
<li>Cost &amp; Revenue Analysis</li>
<li>Regulatory / Audit exposure</li>
</ul></li><li>Proven experience in project tracking and governance for enterprise initiatives</li>
<li>Advanced Excel skills (financial models, variance analysis, trackers)</li>
<li>Strong PowerPoint skills&mdash;clear, executive-ready storytelling</li>
<li>Experience working with senior Finance stakeholders (CFO org exposure is a big plus)</li>
</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Good to Have (Differentiators)</h3><ul>
<li>Exposure to Finance Transformation / ERP / Finance Automation projects</li>
<li>Experience with Agile / Waterfall / Hybrid delivery models
</li><li>Knowledge of tools like Clarity PPM, JIRA, Confluence, Power BI
</li><li>Understanding of UAE banking regulatory environment
</li>
</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Behavioural Expectations (Non-Negotiable)</h3><ul>
<li>Detail-obsessed. Missed numbers are unacceptable.</li>
<li>Comfortable pushing back on Finance and IT when things don&rsquo;t add up</li>
<li>Structured thinker&mdash;can break chaos into clear actions</li>
<li>Calm under pressure; deadlines here don&rsquo;t move</li>
</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Education</h3><ul>
<li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field</li>
<li>PMP / PRINCE2 / Agile certification is a plus, not a substitute for real experience</li></ul></div>

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