Cost Control Manager

NSR Associates; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Dubai seeks an experienced Cost Controller/Cost Control Manager. In this role, you will manage project budgets, mentor a small team, and ensure accurate cost insights. The ideal candidate should have at least 10 years of experience in construction management and exceptional communication skills. This role offers a monthly package of up to 60,000 AED and family status benefits.

Benefits

Family status provided - visa & medical

Lump sum monthly package up to 60,000 AED

Discretionary bonus

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in UAE as a Cost Control Manager.
• Knowledge of local UAE supply chain & regulations.
• In-depth knowledge of FIDIC contracts.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team in cost control activities.
• Manage project budgets and monitor expenditures.
• Support on-time, on-budget project delivery.

Skills

Cost Control

Stakeholder Management

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

BSc in Quantity Surveying or Finance

Tools

CANDY/CCS

BuildSmart

Excel

Job description

Overview

The Role: Tier 1 Main Contractor with 35 plus years delivering iconic building projects across the United Arab Emirates. Head Office based role – 5 Day Week (SZR). Reporting to the Commercial Director SLT – Western. We are seeking an experienced Cost Controller/Cost Control Manager who can see the bigger picture, raise risks and lead a small team of engineers and quantity surveyors. You will drive, manage and lead project budgets, forecasting, and monitoring expenditures, providing accurate insights and understanding the WHY's, working in close collaboration with Project Commercial Managers & Project Directors.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a small team of engineers and quantity surveyors in cost control activities.
• Drive and manage project budgets, forecasting, and monitoring expenditures.
• Provide accurate cost insights and analysis, and explain the reasons behind variances.
• Work in close collaboration with Project Commercial Managers and Project Directors to support on-time, on-budget delivery.
• Coordinate with the broader in-house capabilities (facades, modular, waterproofing, MEP, earthworks, structures) as part of project cost control.

Requirements

• 5 years of experience in the UAE in a relevant Cost Control Manager capacity.
• Knowledge of local UAE supply chain & regulations.
• In-depth knowledge of FIDIC contracts; broad contract knowledge and awareness.
• Degree educated – BSc in Quantity Surveying or a background in Finance.
• Minimum 10 years post-graduate experience.
• Exceptional IT skills with cost software proficiency (CANDY/CCS, BuildSmart, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Ability to convey messages up and down the organization with personality and empathy.
• CV must show stability and loyalty (client won’t entertain 5 job moves in 10 years).
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Availability to start before the 12th of November 2025.

Benefits

• Family status provided - visa & medical.
• Lump sum monthly package up to 60,000 AED per month.
• Discretionary bonus.