Finance Manager - Infrastructure & Road Construction

Al Marwan Group; Sharjah; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading holding company is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to oversee financial management of infrastructure and road construction projects. The role involves budgeting, cost control, compliance, and reporting. Ideal candidates will have 5–10 years of relevant experience and strong analytical skills. Knowledge of ERP systems and excellent communication abilities are essential. This position is office-based with frequent site visits.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience in financial management, with a focus on infrastructure or road construction.
• Strong understanding of BOQ-based costing and public infrastructure project costing.
• Experience with government-funded or PPP projects is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and monitor project-specific budgets for road and infrastructure works.
• Track project costs, commitments, and variations in real-time.
• Ensure accurate cost allocation and reporting for materials, labor, plant & equipment.

Skills

Financial management

Cost control

Budgeting

Financial reporting

Analytical skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field

MBA or CPA/CA preferred

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Sage 300

Excel

Job description

Who we are:

Al Marwan Group is a holding company established in 1978, Al Marwan Group has grown a strong diversified portfolio in Real Estate Development & Management, Hospitality, General Contracting and Heavy Machinery trading of brand new and used equipment for the Construction, Mining, Oil, and Gas industries.

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Finance Manager to lead the financial

management of our infrastructure and road construction projects. The successful candidate will

play a key role in managing the financial planning, project cost control, reporting, and

compliance functions, while supporting operational and strategic decisions. Experience in

infrastructure development, particularly large-scale road works, highways, and public sector

contracts, is essential.

Key Job Duties:

• Develop and monitor project-specific budgets for road and infrastructure works.
• Track project costs, commitments, and variations in real time.
• Manage Work-in-Progress (WIP) reports, cost-to-complete forecasts, and cash flow projections.
• Ensure accurate cost allocation and reporting for materials, labor, plant & equipment.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Lead annual budgeting and long-term financial planning processes.
• Prepare financial forecasts aligned with project schedules and milestones.
• Conduct variance analysis to identify and address budget overruns or inefficiencies.
• Contract & Payment Oversight
• Oversee payment certifications, subcontractor billing, and client invoicing (e.g., via Interim
• Payment Certificates - IPCs).
• Ensure proper documentation for change orders, claims, and variations.

Compliance & Reporting

• Ensure financial practices are aligned with IFRS and industry regulations.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Liaise with auditors, tax consultants, and regulatory bodies as required.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field (MBA or CPA/CA preferred).
• 5–10 years of experience in financial management, with a focus on infrastructure or road
• construction.
• Strong understanding of BOQ-based costing, and public infrastructure project costing.
• Experience with government-funded or PPP projects is highly desirable.
• Proficient in ERP/financial systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Sage 300, or similar).
• Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills.
• In-depth knowledge of construction cost control and project accounting.
• Strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines under pressure.
• Familiarity with local tax, labor laws, and compliance in the construction sector.
• Work Conditions:
• Office-based with frequent site visits to monitor project financials.
• Occasional extended hours during project milestones, audits, or deadlines.