Senior Cost Manager - Residential Projects (UAE)

Jones Lang LaSalle IP, Inc; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle IP, Inc (JLL) is seeking an Associate Cost Manager to oversee commercial aspects of residential projects in the UAE. You will manage hard and soft costs, contracts, and budgets, reporting to clients, ensuring value, risk mitigation, and contractual compliance throughout the project lifecycle.

The role involves precontract cost estimation, value engineering, post-contract tendering, payment applications, variations, and close-out procedures, with on-site Dubai, UAE operations.

Qualifications

• Experience in pre and post contract in residential projects in UAE.
• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related field.
• RICS qualification preferred
• Minimum 10 years consultancy experience with minimum 5 years in UAE

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and budgets for development projects from feasibility through design phases.
• Review drawings for cost implications and maintain cost databases.
• Manage tender processes and bid analysis; assist client in contract documentation and changes.
• Conduct regular site visits and monitor progress; validate payment claims and final accounts.

Skills

Cost estimation

Budget management

Contract administration

Risk assessment

Stakeholder management

Education

BSc in Quantity Surveying / Construction Management

RICS qualification preferred

Tools

MS Office

Cost management software

Job description

Jones Lang LaSalle IP, Inc (JLL) is seeking an Associate Cost Manager to oversee commercial aspects of residential projects in the UAE. You will manage hard and soft costs, contracts, and budgets, reporting to clients, ensuring value, risk mitigation, and contractual compliance throughout the project lifecycle.

The role involves precontract cost estimation, value engineering, post-contract tendering, payment applications, variations, and close-out procedures, with on-site Dubai, UAE operations.