Cost Control Manager - Construction

Adecco; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm is seeking a Cost Control Manager – Construction for a prestigious client in Dubai. The ideal candidate will have at least 12 years of experience in cost control engineering, with strong expertise in budget management and cost reporting. Responsibilities include preparing cost estimates, monitoring project expenditures, and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure cost-effective project delivery.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 years of experience in construction cost control engineering.
• Demonstrated expertise in preparing pre-contract estimates and post-contract cost breakdowns.
• Strong understanding of cost estimating methodologies and construction pricing practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare comprehensive cost estimates for all project phases.
• Analyze contractor bids to identify potential cost risks.
• Develop and maintain project budget and cost control plan.
• Monitor project expenditures against the budget.
• Prepare cost reports for stakeholders.

Skills

Cost control management

Project cost monitoring

Cost reporting

Change management

Budget management

Tools

Cost control software

MS Office (Excel)

Job description

About the role

Role: Permanent
Location: Onsite in Dubai
Adecco is hiring a Cost Control Manager – Construction for our prestigious client in Dubai.

• Proven experience in cost control management across both pre‑ and post‑contract within the construction industry, ideally from the client’s side.
• Experience in cost control management in construction field, Project cost monitoring and control, Cost Reporting and forecasting, Change management and variations control.

What you’ll be doing

• Prepare comprehensive cost estimates for all project phases, including pre‑contract feasibility studies, tender evaluations, and detailed cost breakdowns for the Bill of Quantities (BOQ).
• Analyze and evaluate contractor bids and proposals to identify potential cost risks and opportunities.
• Develop and maintain the project budget and cost control plan.
• Monitor and track project expenditures against the budget, identifying variances and proposing corrective actions.
• Prepare cost reports for Project Management and other stakeholders, highlighting cost trends and potential budget overruns.
• Manage and control project change orders and their cost implications.
• Provide cost estimating and analysis support for claims and variations.
• Stay updated on market trends and cost data relevant to the project scope.
• Collaborate effectively with project engineers, subcontractors, and other stakeholders to ensure cost‑effective project delivery.

About you

• Minimum 12 years of experience in construction cost control engineering.
• Demonstrated expertise in preparing pre‑contract estimates (feasibility studies, tender evaluations) and post‑contract cost breakdowns (BOQ).
• Strong understanding of cost estimating methodologies and construction pricing practices.
• Experience with cost control software and cost estimating tools preferred.
• Excellent analytical and price negotiation skills.
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel is essential).
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and reporting skills.

If you are interested, we want to hear from you!

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