Senior Cost Manager – Landmark Abu Dhabi Infrastructure

Mace; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 250,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

Mace is seeking a seasoned Cost Management professional to join our Abu Dhabi team on a landmark city center development. You will lead cost management across all project phases, mentored by senior leaders, and work to optimize procurement strategies and cost planning for major infrastructure works.

Based in Abu Dhabi, this role requires MRICS and Middle East experience, with a track record of delivering cost control throughout the contract lifecycle and driving value for complex projects in the

Qualifications

• Degree in quantity surveying or cost management (or equivalent).
• Professional MRICS membership (or equivalent).
• Middle East experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Cost management

Estimating

Cost planning

Procurement strategy

Mentoring

Team leadership

Value management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying

MRICS

Job description

Mace is seeking a seasoned Cost Management professional to join our Abu Dhabi team on a landmark city center development. You will lead cost management across all project phases, mentored by senior leaders, and work to optimize procurement strategies and cost planning for major infrastructure works.

Based in Abu Dhabi, this role requires MRICS and Middle East experience, with a track record of delivering cost control throughout the contract lifecycle and driving value for complex projects in the