Senior Cost Leader for Abu Dhabi Landmark Projects

Mace; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 391,000 - 614,000; Full time

Job summary

Mace in Abu Dhabi is seeking a senior Cost Manager to join our landmark city center development. You will lead cost management across project phases, oversee estimating and cost planning, and ensure formal contract execution while mentoring junior consultants.

The role emphasizes safety, value delivery, and strong stakeholder collaboration in a dynamic Middle East environment. Based in Abu Dhabi, you will drive cost control, procurement strategy, and KPI achievement, delivering world-class

Qualifications

• Degree in quantity surveying or cost management is required.
• MRICS or equivalent professional membership is essential.
• Middle East experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• Champion safety, wellbeing, inclusivity and responsible delivery across every project.
• Deliver projects through clear planning, quality systems and strong stakeholder collaboration.
• Supervise change and commercial performance with integrity.
• Lead teams to achieve KPIs, share best practice and unlock potential across Mace
• Deliver cost management services across all project phases and sectors.
• Lead discipline-specific areas using advanced technical expertise.
• Conduct feasibility studies and advise on procurement and contract strategies.
• Apply value management techniques to optimize project outcomes.
• Manage estimating and cost planning, presenting final cost plans to stakeholders.
• Oversee contract documentation, ensuring compliance and formal execution.
• Maintain cost control throughout the contract lifecycle, including monthly reporting.
• Mentor Cost Consultants and drive process improvements aligned with net zero.

Education

Degree in quantity surveying / cost management (or equivalent)

MRICS (or equivalent)

Job description

Mace in Abu Dhabi is seeking a senior Cost Manager to join our landmark city center development. You will lead cost management across project phases, oversee estimating and cost planning, and ensure formal contract execution while mentoring junior consultants.

The role emphasizes safety, value delivery, and strong stakeholder collaboration in a dynamic Middle East environment. Based in Abu Dhabi, you will drive cost control, procurement strategy, and KPI achievement, delivering world-class