Senior Cost Engineer — Lead Project Budgets & Cost Strategy

UAE Branches; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A major engineering firm in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Senior Cost Engineer to oversee project cost management on large-scale power and water transmission projects. This role entails strategic planning, resource management, and collaboration with various stakeholders to ensure adherence to budget constraints. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree, 12 years of relevant experience, and exceptional leadership and communication skills. The position offers a full-time contract in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• 12 years of experience in a similar role.
• Proven experience on programs with similar scope.

Responsibilities

• Oversee overall program and package budgets.
• Track costs against approved budgets.
• Develop overall job cost reports showing variances.
• Coordinate with project stakeholders.
• Prepare and recommend Variation Orders.
• Guide and mentor project team members.

Skills

Commercial management software knowledge

Leadership

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Team management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

A major engineering firm in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Senior Cost Engineer to oversee project cost management on large-scale power and water transmission projects. This role entails strategic planning, resource management, and collaboration with various stakeholders to ensure adherence to budget constraints. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree, 12 years of relevant experience, and exceptional leadership and communication skills. The position offers a full-time contract in a dynamic work environment.