Senior Cost Engineer

Bechtel Oil, Gas & Chemicals Incorporated; Dubai; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that has been a leader in project management for over a century. This role focuses on providing project management consultancy services for major infrastructure projects, particularly in aviation. You will lead cost control efforts, ensuring compliance and accuracy in financial assessments. With a commitment to diversity and sustainability, the company offers a collaborative environment where your expertise will contribute to impactful projects. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a team that shapes the future of infrastructure in the GCC region.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Insurance

Retirement Savings Plan

Professional Development Programs

Flexible Work Arrangements

Relocation Assistance

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Programs

Wellness Programs

Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives

Performance Bonuses

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of experience in project cost control and engineering.
• Knowledge of various cost estimation methods and accounting principles.
• Experience in the KSA/GCC region is highly recommended.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with Cost Estimation Team and maintain project cost control.
• Review project documents and timesheets for cost allocation.
• Produce cost status reports and maintain cost control registers.

Skills

Project Cost Control

Engineering

Quantity Surveying

Cost Management Software

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Leadership Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying

Master’s Degree in Business Administration

Tools

Aconex

Primavera

OpenText

Newforma

Job description

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• Relocation Authorized : National / International - Single
• Telework Type : Full-Time Office / Project
• Work Location : Riyadh

Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place.

Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations.

Bechtel has been involved over the last 80 years in some of the world’s busiest and most complex airport projects, including Greenfield and Brownfield developments. In the GCC, we have held significant roles on King Khalid, King Fahad, Dubai, Hamad, and Muscat international airports. As we consider the future of aviation globally and in the GCC, we are very enthusiastic about the future of aviation in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

We are currently considering candidates with aviation, other transportation or complex public accessible building project experience to provide project management consultancy services (including technical, commercial and construction management) for a major infrastructure project in Riyadh.

Job Summary :

• Coordinate with the Cost Estimation Team
• Takes the lead in the implementation, administration and maintaining project cost control system to track project budgets, commitments, expenditures and forecasts.
• Ensures accurate, effective and reliable cost assessments for project control.
• Ensures compliance with cost control procedure in the execution of project activities

Major Responsibilities :

• Reviewing and understanding all relevant project documents relating to cost control of allocated projects
• Reviewing project timesheets and the allocation of man hours against pre-approved work orders or estimated hours at completion on a timely manner
• Reviewing payment application or invoices and making recommendation; Establishing project control budgets based on approved project cost estimate
• Reviewing cost commitment and expenditure information for input to computerized cost control and reporting system
• Producing cost status reports and advising management of any forecast cost overruns; Maintaining accessible cost control registers and dashboards
• Assists in the preparation and review of Company estimates
• Assures value for money on all Neom services, Works and materials procurement
• Follows project cost control objectives and KPIs and Performs any other duties as directed by the Senior Manager

Education and Experience Requirements :

• Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Project / Construction Management or related fields, 10 to 15+ years’ proven experience in project cost control and engineering or a related area;
• 5 years in project cost control and engineering position in a large company

Required Knowledge and Skills :

• 10 to 15+ years’ proven experience in project cost control and engineering or a related area
• 5 years in project cost control and engineering position in a large company & Experience in KSA / GCC region (highly recommended)
• Knowledge of Project and construction market in terms of contractors, suppliers and cost management
• Knowledge / experience in project cost control engineering and quantity surveying
• Knowledge of various type of estimates and methods
• Knowledge of accounting and budgeting principles and requirements
• Comprehensive knowledge of international cost management standards e.g. CSI Master Format, BCIS, GIFA
• Knowledge of ASTM E2516-11 Standard Classification for Cost Estimate Classification System, AACE International Recommended Practice
• Knowledge of Cost Estimation, Cost Management, Project and Document Management Software such as Aconex, OpenText, Newforma etc
• Knowledge of Planning and scheduling software, like Primavera
• Knowledge of BIM software and link to material take-off, ability to implement cost data into the 4D / 5D BIM model.
• Strong communication, leadership, planning and organization Skills
• Excellent analytical skills with ability to analyze large and complex data and worksheets.
• Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Project / Construction Management or related fields
• Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Economics or related field (advantage)
• Chartered Quantity Surveyor / Membership in professional associations e.g. AACE, RICS or similar (advantage).

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