Senior Post-Contract Cost Manager | Dubai

Turner & Townsend International Limited; Dubai; On-site; AED 670,000 - 1,116,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner & Townsend International Limited seeks a detail‑oriented Senior Cost Manager - Post Contract in Dubai to oversee post‑contract services, monitor costs, and analyse expenditures against budgets. You will validate invoices, manage interim applications, and prepare reports with clear financial communication to stakeholders.

The role requires at least 8 years in cost management within construction, UAE experience, and strong Excel skills; MRICS/AIQS or equivalent is highly preferred.

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 8 years in cost management or post-contract roles in construction.
• UAE construction experience essential.
• MRICS or AIQS or equivalent preferred.
• Proven expertise in cost analysis, budget forecasting, cost control, and financial interpretation.
• Advanced Excel: pivot tables, VLOOKUP, data visualization.
• Experience with cost management software, ERP systems, and project management tools.
• Knowledge of contract administration and compliance, particularly FIDIC forms.
• Excellent organizational and time management with multiple projects.
• Strong written and verbal communication for presenting complex financial information.
• Experience in risk identification and mitigation.

Responsibilities

• Manage post-contract services and interim applications.
• Monitor post-contract costs and forecast final project costs.
• Review contractor invoices, change orders, and claims for accuracy and compliance.
• Negotiate final accounts and resolve disputes professionally.
• Lead and mentor junior cost analysts on methodologies and best practices.
• Develop and maintain cost forecasting models to identify overruns or savings.

Skills

Cost management

Budget forecasting

Financial interpretation

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying / Construction Management / Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Project management tools

FIDIC contracts knowledge

Job description

Turner & Townsend International Limited seeks a detail‑oriented Senior Cost Manager - Post Contract in Dubai to oversee post‑contract services, monitor costs, and analyse expenditures against budgets. You will validate invoices, manage interim applications, and prepare reports with clear financial communication to stakeholders.

The role requires at least 8 years in cost management within construction, UAE experience, and strong Excel skills; MRICS/AIQS or equivalent is highly preferred.