Senior Managing QS – Cost Strategy & Control

Pioneer International Projects Management; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 535,680 - 669,600; Full time

Job summary

A leading project management consultancy is seeking a Managing QS (Cost Management) to spearhead cost strategies, ensuring accurate cost advice and effective cost control throughout project lifecycles. The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying or Civil Engineering and at least 15 years of experience with reputable firms on building projects. Proficiency in PlanSwift and CostX, along with strong analytical and negotiation skills, is essential for success in this role based in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years’ experience with a reputable cost consultancy firm on building projects.
• Professional accreditation (MRICS, AIQS) preferred.
• Strong expertise in cost estimation, planning, tendering, and contract administration.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage cost plans, budgets, and financial forecasts for building projects.
• Collaborate with clients and project teams to align cost strategies with objectives.
• Lead cost reporting and commercial dashboards to monitor performance against budgets.

Skills

Cost estimation

Planning

Tendering

Contract administration

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying or Civil Engineering

Tools

PlanSwift

CostX

Job description

A leading project management consultancy is seeking a Managing QS (Cost Management) to spearhead cost strategies, ensuring accurate cost advice and effective cost control throughout project lifecycles. The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying or Civil Engineering and at least 15 years of experience with reputable firms on building projects. Proficiency in PlanSwift and CostX, along with strong analytical and negotiation skills, is essential for success in this role based in Abu Dhabi, UAE.