Cost & Projects Specialist

Ethara; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Cost & Projects Specialist in Abu Dhabi to enhance project performance and cost efficiency. The role entails financial tracking, cost optimization, and collaboration across departments. Candidates should have a relevant bachelor's degree and 2+ years of experience in a coordination position within the entertainment sector.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a coordination role within the entertainment industry.
• Proficiency in prioritizing and coordinating tasks.
• Familiarity with health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and timely reporting across all YMC projects.
• Monitor and analyze project expenditures ensuring alignment with budgets.
• Identify and implement cost optimization initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Data Analysis

Conflict Resolution

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Bachelor's degree in Hospitality

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Cost & Projects Specialist

YMC Operations

Abu Dahbi, UAE

Job Overview:

The Cost & Project Management Specialist plays a pivotal role in driving cost efficiency and project performance across all YMC initiatives. This position is responsible for overseeing financial tracking, reporting, and performance optimization of General and Administrative (G&A) expenses and Cost of Sales, with a strong focus on cost control, savings plans, and operational effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate and timely reporting across all YMC projects and financial initiatives.
• Monitor and analyze project expenditures, ensuring alignment with approved budgets and financial targets.
• Identify and implement cost optimization initiatives related to both Cost of Sales and G&A expenses.
• Collaborate with various departments to track savings plans and support cost-efficiency strategies.
• Prepare regular dashboards and executive reports to highlight project progress, variances, and risks.
• Support financial forecasting, planning cycles, and performance improvement measures across functions.
• Drive continuous improvement by recommending process enhancements to improve project and cost efficiency.
• Ensure alignment with financial compliance and internal governance policies related to expenditure and project controls.

Job Specifications:

• 2+ years’ experience in a coordination role within the entertainment industry, preferably in venue operations.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Hospitality, or related field.
• Proficiency in prioritizing and coordinating tasks and projects.
• Skillfully addressing and resolving conflicts and disagreements in a fair manner.
• Familiarity with health and safety regulations and procedures.
• Skills in data analysis tools such as Microsoft Excel.
• Strong knowledge in documentation and reporting.
• Excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing.
• Problem solving: Analyzing situations, identifying challenges, and finding creative and effective solutions.
• Being flexible and open to change, adjusting to new situations, and learning from experiences.