Senior Cost Control Manager - Construction & SAP

Ali & Sons Holding LLC; Abu Dhabi Emirate; On-site; AED 360,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

Ali & Sons Contracting LLC in Abu Dhabi seeks a detail‑oriented Cost Control Manager to lead the Planning & Cost Control team at our head office. The role centers on accurate cost planning, monitoring project financials, and data‑driven decisions to ensure profitability across our projects.

Responsibilities include developing budgets via Work Breakdown Structures, tracking costs, performing variance analysis, supporting change orders and EOT claims, and assisting SAP implementation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Architectural Engineering (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum 10 years of experience in cost control with major contracting firms.
• Strong expertise in budgeting, forecasting, project financial reporting, and cost optimization.
• Proficiency in SAP and project control software.
• PMP certification is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills in English; Arabic is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage project budgets based on Work Breakdown Structures and defined cost elements (labor, materials, subcontractors, equipment).
• Track and report on project costs and financial performance against budget.
• Perform variance analysis, identify cost trends, and recommend corrective actions.
• Support preparation of change orders, EOT claims, and assist in SAP implementation.
• Lead, mentor, and build the capability of the cost control team to improve overall project controls.

Skills

Cost control leadership

Budgeting

Forecasting

Project financial reporting

Communication skills

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Architectural Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

SAP

Project control software

Job description

Ali & Sons Contracting LLC in Abu Dhabi seeks a detail‑oriented Cost Control Manager to lead the Planning & Cost Control team at our head office. The role centers on accurate cost planning, monitoring project financials, and data‑driven decisions to ensure profitability across our projects.

Responsibilities include developing budgets via Work Breakdown Structures, tracking costs, performing variance analysis, supporting change orders and EOT claims, and assisting SAP implementation.