senior cost manager

Jasara Program Management Company

<div>
 JASARA PMC is seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Cost Manager to join our innovative team. This senior-level role provides an exciting opportunity for a professional with a proven track record in project cost management to take the lead on major projects and drive financial success. You will play a key role in overseeing cost estimation processes, budget management, and financial reporting.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Lead the development and implementation of cost management strategies across a variety of projects
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 Prepare comprehensive cost estimates, budgets, and forecasts tailored to each project's requirements
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 Monitor project financial performance, identify variances, and recommend corrective actions
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 Analyze complex cost data and prepare detailed reports for management and stakeholders
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 Collaborate closely with project managers and engineers to facilitate effective cost control
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 Oversee the procurement process, including evaluating contracts and negotiating terms and prices with suppliers
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 Manage and mentor junior cost management staff, providing guidance and support
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 Stay updated on industry trends, market conditions, and cost estimation methodologies to ensure best practices are followed
 
 
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 Requirements
 
 
 
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 Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Finance, or a related field
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 At least 10 years of experience in cost management, with a minimum of 5 years in a senior role within the construction or project management industry
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 Strong proficiency in project cost control and estimation software
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 In-depth knowledge of contract management and negotiation
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 Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail
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 Outstanding communication and leadership abilities, with experience in managing teams
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 Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, high-paced environment
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 Familiarity with regional market trends and pricing structures in the Middle East is preferred
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Senior Cost Manager

JASARA PMC

JASARA PMC is seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Cost Manager to join our innovative team. This senior-level role provides an exciting opportunity for a professional with a proven track record in project cost management to take the lead on major projects and drive financial success. You will play a key role in overseeing cost estimation processes, budget management, and financial reporting.
 
Key Responsibilities: 
<ul>
<li>Lead the development and implementation of cost management strategies across a variety of projects.</li>
<li>Prepare comprehensive cost estimates, budgets, and forecasts tailored to each project’s requirements.</li>
<li>Monitor project financial performance, identify variances, and recommend corrective actions.</li>
<li>Analyze complex cost data and prepare detailed reports for management and stakeholders.</li>
<li>Collaborate closely with project managers and engineers to facilitate effective cost control.</li>
<li>Oversee the procurement process, including evaluating contracts and negotiating terms and prices with suppliers.</li>
<li>Manage and mentor junior cost management staff, providing guidance and support.</li>
<li>Stay updated on industry trends, market conditions, and cost estimation methodologies to ensure best practices are followed.</li>
</ul>
Requirements: 
<ul>
<li>Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Finance, or a related field.</li>
<li>At least 10 years of experience in cost management, with a minimum of 5 years in a senior role within the construction or project management industry.</li>
<li>Strong proficiency in project cost control and estimation software.</li>
<li>In-depth knowledge of contract management and negotiation.</li>
<li>Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.</li>
<li>Outstanding communication and leadership abilities, with experience in managing teams.</li>
<li>Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, high-paced environment.</li>
<li>Familiarity with regional market trends and pricing structures in the Middle East is preferred.</li>
</ul>

Parsons

<div>In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next! 
At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what&rsquo;s possible. 
Job Description:
Senior Cost Manager to join the team working in KSA, a revolutionary urban development project. This role requires a professional with a minimum of 10 years of experience in cost management on large-scale, complex infrastructure or mega-projects.
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Key Responsibilities
</h3><ul><li>Project Cost Control: Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive cost control systems, including budgeting, forecasting, and earned value management across various work packages for The Line project.
</li><li>Budget Management: Establish and manage the overall project budget, ensuring robust financial governance and alignment with project scope and schedule.
</li><li>Cost Reporting &amp; Analysis: Prepare detailed, timely, and accurate cost reports, variance analysis, and cash flow projections for project stakeholders and senior management.
</li><li>Risk Management: Identify, assess, and manage cost-related risks, developing mitigation strategies and managing the project contingency budget.
</li><li>Contract Administration: Oversee cost-related aspects of contract administration, including managing variations, claims, and final account settlements with contractors and suppliers.
</li><li>Team Leadership: Mentor and lead a team of cost professionals, fostering best practices and ensuring consistent application of cost management procedures.
</li><li>Stakeholder Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact for cost matters, effectively communicating financial status and recommendations to internal teams, external consultants, and NEOM leadership.
</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Qualifications &amp; Requirements
</h3><ul><li>Experience: A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in cost management, quantity surveying, or commercial management, with significant exposure to major civil, infrastructure, or vertical construction mega-projects. Experience in the Middle East is highly desirable.
</li><li>Education: A Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field. Professional certifications (e.g., MRICS, PQS, or equivalent) are essential.
</li><li>Skills: Expertise in cost estimating software, project management information systems (PMIS), and advanced proficiency in financial modeling and data analysis.
</li><li>Aptitude: Proven ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, complex, and culturally diverse environment, demonstrating strong leadership, commercial acumen, and negotiation skills.
</li></ul>Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.
We truly invest and care about our employee&rsquo;s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest&mdash;APPLY TODAY!
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<div>In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next! 
At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what&rsquo;s possible. 
Job Description:
Parsons is now hiring a Senior Cost Manager who can lead a team of professionals overseeing every phase of mission critical projects or programs.
Parsons&rsquo; extensive experience in this field, combined with your management and technical experience, will propel your career forward with opportunity for advancement with top performance.
We need our Senior Cost Managers to be versatile as well as have exceptional communication, analytical and management skills. In this role you will develop, manage, and/or executes all phases of the project effort. You will utilize widely diversified knowledge of project activities, and draws upon extensive experience and exposure to various types of projects and clients.
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">What you'll be doing:
</h2><ul><li>Interface with the client, stakeholders and consultants / work with the Commercial Team and other Departments to analyze, evaluate, and forecast project costs, as well as performance against an established schedule with critical milestones.
</li><li>Manage / report on multiple work packages the expenditure to date / to completion / versus planned expenditure etc
</li><li>Manage / report on multiple work packages PRE/POST CONTARCT and Tender Award
</li><li>Assist in cost forecasting and cash flow reports
</li><li>Provides guidance, direction, and specialized assistance to project for the resolution of difficult and complex cost problems .Interfaces with clients, attends regular meetings, and provides and prepare reports. Assist in assessment the impact(s) of design/construction changes and schedule slippages.
</li><li>Oversees the development and maintenance of an established system to show the hierarchy of costs; keeps project and company management fully informed.
</li><li>Assigns and supervises multiple work packages work activities (as applicable)
</li><li>Create ad-hoc reports for management on a recurring or one-of-a-kind basis.
</li><li>Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.
</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">What's required for the role:
</h2><ul><li>Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Construction Management or related field (or equivalent work experience) and typically 10+ years of related experience , as well as some experience in a managerial capacity.
</li><li>Requires basic engineering knowledge in electrical, mechanical, civil, or a related field.
</li><li>Proficient PC skills including a proficiency Project Controls Software and Microsoft Office Suite.
</li><li>Proven ability to perform in a supervisory capacity, as well as thorough knowledge of industry practices is required.
</li><li>Incumbent must meet Parsons Project Controls Manager Certification requirements.
</li></ul>Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.
We truly invest and care about our employee&rsquo;s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest&mdash;APPLY TODAY!
Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/ .</div>

Omnium International Limited

About the role We re hiring a dynamic and client-focussed Senior Cost Manager to take a leading role in the successful delivery post-contract services for an uber-luxury residential development in Downtown Dubai.
 Duties &amp; Responsibilities: <ul>
 <li>Working as Omnium s key point of contact, providing expert cost advice and oversight throughout the project lifecycle i.e., from project inception through to completion. </li>
 <li>Develop and manage project budgets, ensuring accurate cost forecasting and reporting.</li> 
 <li>To conduct thorough cost analysis, identifying potential risks and recommending cost-effective solutions.</li> 
 <li>To build and maintain excellent relationships with client and project stakeholders. Must have the professional poise, confidence, and go-getting attitude to continually strive to increase the profile of Omnium International.</li> 
 <li>Develop marketing opportunities where possible, and in collaboration with Company Directors and Bid Team, identify and pursue leads which could further develop Omnium s portfolio of projects in Abu Dhabi.</li> 
 <li>To effectively manage, mentor and motivate a project team of Quantity Surveyors.</li> 
 <li>To drive possible improvements in the accuracy of forecasts and budgets.</li> 
 <li>To stay up to date with industry trends, regulations, and best practices in cost management.</li> 
 </ul>
 Key Skills &amp; Requirements <ul>
 <li>Minimum of 10 years post-graduate experience as a Quantity Surveyor/ Cost Manager and ideally a minimum of 3 years in the Middle East. </li>
 <li>Should have extensive experience working with blue-chip Dubai developers such as EMAAR, DHRE, Nakheel, ALDAR etc.</li> 
 <li>Must have proven experience in client-facing roles, with professional poise and confidence to present and build strong relationships with clients, consultants, and other key stakeholders. </li> 
 <li>Must have experience on a variety of large-scale and complex developments - residential, hospitality, retail, infrastructure etc. </li> 
 <li>Strong knowledge of CostX or another prominent measurement software. </li> 
 <li>Demonstrable understanding of the UAE supply chain and extensive knowledge of regional material suppliers.</li> 
 <li>Must have high-level analytical skills, with the ability to interpret and evaluate cost data effectively.</li> 
 <li>Excellent relationship-building and interpersonal skills.</li> 
 <li>Negotiation and teamwork skills.</li> 
 <li>The ability to write clear and precise reports and to relate complex information in a simple way. </li> 
 <li>The ability to motivate and lead detailed knowledge of past and current building and construction technology, processes, materials, business, and legal matters.</li> 
 </ul> 
 Qualifications &amp; Training <ul>
 <li>University degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering or another RICS accredited course.</li>
 <li>Membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS).</li>
 </ul> 
 Salary: Subject to experience
 Location: Dubai, UAE
 Hours: 48 hours per week, Monday Friday.
 Start date: ASAP

Senior Cost Manager (Dubai)

About the role We are looking for Senior Cost Manager, who is passionate about Cost Planning &amp; Estimation to join our fantastic Pre-Contract team in Omnium s Dubai branch.
 The successful candidate will play a lead role in our delivery of pre-contract activities within our wide-ranging portfolio of projects across the UAE and Saudi Arabia.
 Duties &amp; Responsibilities: <ul>
 <li>Develop and manage detailed Cost Plans from concept through to tender stage, incorporating all elements of the project lifecycle.</li>
 <li>Prepare Feasibility Studies and high-level cost estimates to support initial project appraisals and business cases.</li> 
 <li>Conduct Value Engineering exercises to identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or design intent.</li>
 <li>Analyse and interpret complex architectural and engineering drawings and specifications to accurately assess project scope and cost implications.</li> 
 <li>Lead the production of precise and comprehensive quantity take-offs using industry-standard methodologies and advanced proficiency in CostX.</li> 
 <li>Utilise CostX to generate detailed measurement reports, analyze cost data, and produce accurate quantities for all building elements (e.g., substructure, superstructure, finishes, MEP, external works).</li> 
 <li>Prepare robust and unambiguous Bills of Quantities (BOQs) in accordance with project-specific requirements and relevant standard methods of measurement.</li> 
 <li>Review and verify BOQs prepared by junior team members or external consultants for accuracy and completeness.</li> 
 <li>Conduct thorough market research to inform cost plans, including analysis of material costs, labor rates, plant costs, and specialist contractor pricing.</li>
 <li>Maintain and develop a robust cost database, incorporating historical project data and market trends.</li> 
 <li>Perform benchmarking against similar large-scale and complex projects to validate cost estimates and identify competitive pricing.</li> 
 <li>Identify and assess potential cost risks and opportunities throughout the pre-contract phase.</li> 
 <li>Develop and implement strategies to mitigate cost risks and capitalize on cost-saving opportunities.</li> 
 <li>Facilitate and contribute to value engineering workshops, offering innovative solutions to optimize project costs and enhance value.</li> 
 <li>Lead client engagement activities, acting as the primary point of contact for all cost-related matters.</li> 
 <li>Present cost reports, analyses, and recommendations to clients in a clear, concise, and professional manner.</li>
 <li>Provide expert cost advice and guidance to clients, assisting them in making informed decisions.</li> 
 <li>Collaborate effectively with design teams, project managers, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment on cost objectives and project scope.</li> 
 <li>Participate in client meetings, workshops, and negotiations, representing the cost management function with authority and professionalism.</li>
 </ul>
 Key Skills &amp; Requirements <ul>
 <li>Minimum of 7 years post-graduate experience as a Quantity Surveyor / Cost Manager with 3+ years working in the Middle East.</li>
 <li>Proven experience as a Senior Cost Manager or equivalent, specifically on large-scale and complex building construction projects.</li> 
 <li>Should have extensive experience working with blue-chip UAE developers such as EMAAR, Nakheel, Dubai Holdings, Aldar, Modon etc.</li> 
 <li>Must have a demonstrable ability to excel in client-facing roles. The Senior Cost Manager should have the professional poise and confidence to present and build strong relationships with clients, consultants, and other key stakeholders. </li> 
 <li>Must have experience working for a Cost Consultant or PMC on a variety of large-scale and complex developments - residential, hospitality, retail, infrastructure etc. </li> 
 <li>Strong knowledge of CostX measurement software. </li> 
 <li>Demonstrable understanding of the UAE supply chain and extensive knowledge of regional material suppliers.</li> 
 <li>Must have high-level analytical skills, with the ability to interpret and evaluate cost data effectively.</li> 
 <li>Excellent relationship-building and interpersonal skills.</li> 
 <li>Negotiation and teamwork skills.</li> 
 <li>The ability to write clear and precise reports and to relate complex information in a simple way.</li>
 </ul>

Senior Cost Manager Cost Planning

Mace Group

<div>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.
The project:
Join our exceptional team at the heart of the UAE&rsquo;s capital and help shape a truly iconic city center development. Be part of an inspiring journey as we deliver world-class commercial and retail spaces, stunning luxury towers, and vibrant entertainment districts. Don&rsquo;t miss this opportunity to live in Abu Dhabi and work on a landmark destination.
You&rsquo;ll be responsible for:<ul><li>
Deliver cost management services across all project phases and sectors.</li><li>
Lead discipline-specific areas using advanced technical expertise.</li><li>
Conduct feasibility studies and advise on procurement and contract strategies.</li><li>
Apply value management techniques to optimize project outcomes.</li><li>
Manage estimating and cost planning, presenting final cost plans to stakeholders.</li><li>
Oversee contract documentation, ensuring compliance and formal execution.</li><li>
Maintain cost control throughout the contract lifecycle, including monthly reporting.</li><li>
Mentor Cost Consultants and drive process improvements aligned with net zero.</li></ul>
You&rsquo;ll need to have:<ul><li>
Degree in quantity surveying / cost management (or equivalent).</li><li>
Professional membership i.e. MRICS (or equivalent).</li><li>
Middle East experience is essential.</li></ul>
Our values
Safety first - Going home safe and well: You will champion a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of wellbeing in your team and local health and safety rules or regulations of the work you&rsquo;re involved with.
Client focus - Deliver on our promise: You will lead on the cost management services including estimating, procurement and cost planning, owning the quality of deliverables, strategic outcomes and building long term relationships with your clients.
Integrity - Always do the right thing: You will lead operations that are fiscally and ethically viable, influencing the achievement of business objectives that align with business and legislative compliance obligations.
Create opportunity - For our people to excel: You will mentor, coach, and develop teams, demonstrating effective leadership to ensure excellence in delivery against plans, championing a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities. 
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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