Senior Associate Director, Cost & Procurement Advisory

Mace Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction consultancy firm is seeking a skilled professional to oversee procurement strategies, provide technical guidance, and manage cost planning in Abu Dhabi. Ideal candidates will hold a degree in quantity surveying and have strong leadership experience with large teams. Responsibilities include cost control, stakeholder relationship management, and driving transformational improvements. The company champions a safe, inclusive work environment and encourages applications from diverse candidates.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Continuous improvement culture

Diverse and inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• Degree in quantity surveying/cost management (or equivalent).
• Professional membership MRICS/RICS or equivalent.
• Strong commercial and financial acumen.
• Sound knowledge of value engineering and contract law.

Responsibilities

• Advise on procurement strategies and contract selection.
• Lead estimating and cost planning activities.
• Manage cost control, valuations, reporting, and financial governance.
• Ensure high performance and professional development of teams.

Skills

Strong commercial and financial acumen

Leadership and management experience

Knowledge of value engineering and contract law

Ability to manage relationships with stakeholders

Education

Degree in quantity surveying/cost management or equivalent

Professional membership (MRICS/RICS or equivalent)

Job description

A leading construction consultancy firm is seeking a skilled professional to oversee procurement strategies, provide technical guidance, and manage cost planning in Abu Dhabi. Ideal candidates will hold a degree in quantity surveying and have strong leadership experience with large teams. Responsibilities include cost control, stakeholder relationship management, and driving transformational improvements. The company champions a safe, inclusive work environment and encourages applications from diverse candidates.