Assistant Cost Manager - Civil Infrastructure

Mace; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction consultancy firm in Abu Dhabi is seeking a qualified professional to deliver cost management services across various sectors. The successful candidate will have a degree in quantity surveying or equivalent and experience in the Middle East. You will be responsible for supporting procurement strategies, managing contracts, and guiding junior staff in a dynamic work environment focused on safety and client relationships.

Qualifications

• Experience in the Middle East is essential.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cost management services.
• Commitment to safety and wellbeing in the workplace.

Responsibilities

• Deliver cost management services from start to finish.
• Support feasibility studies and procurement strategies.
• Prepare contract documents and manage variations.

Skills

Cost management

Value management techniques

Procurement processes

Financial reporting

Education

Degree in quantity surveying / cost management

Professional membership (MRICS or equivalent)

Job description

The Project:

Join our exceptional team at the heart of the UAE’s capital and help shape a truly iconic city center development. Be part of an inspiring journey as we deliver world-class infrastructure comprising external works enhancements, roads, utilities and bridges on an iconic island development in Abu Dhabi. Don’t miss this opportunity to live in Abu Dhabi and work on a landmark destination.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Deliver cost management services from start to finish across various sectors.
• Support feasibility studies, procurement strategies, and contract selection.
• Apply value management techniques during early planning and cost plan development.
• Assist in procurement processes including prequalification and contractor selection.
• Prepare contract documents, manage variations, and support valuations.
• Collaborate with Cost Consultants on cost control and financial reporting.
• Identify costs from design changes and assist with claims and final accounts.
• Guide junior staff, promote net zero carbon goals, and build internal relationships.

You’ll need to have:

• Degree in quantity surveying / cost management (or equivalent).
• Professional membership i.e. MRICS (or equivalent).
• Middle East experience is essential.

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’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.