Strategic Cost Controller for Construction & Real Estate

Peergrowth Consultancy Co.; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction consultancy firm is seeking a Cost Control Manager in Dubai. The role involves overseeing cost control across projects, developing and implementing policies, and managing budgets. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree, 8 years of cost control experience in construction, and strong leadership skills. Fluency in English is required, and experience in the UAE market is preferred. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to financial planning and project decision-making.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in cost control within the construction and real estate development sector.
• At least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Experience in Dubai/UAE real estate and construction market is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement cost control policies, procedures, and systems.
• Lead cost estimation, budgeting, and forecasting for projects.
• Monitor and control project costs against approved budgets.
• Review and validate project budgets and financial models.
• Analyze financial performance and recommend corrective actions.
• Prepare regular cost control reports and dashboards.
• Coordinate with project teams to ensure cost transparency.
• Manage cost risk assessments and mitigation strategies.
• Support contract negotiations and claims from a cost-control perspective.
• Provide strategic advice to senior leadership on cost implications.
• Lead and manage the cost control team across projects.

Skills

Cost estimation

Budgeting

Financial reporting

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Finance, or related field

Tools

Cost control software (CCS, Candy, Primavera, MS Excel)

Job description

A leading construction consultancy firm is seeking a Cost Control Manager in Dubai. The role involves overseeing cost control across projects, developing and implementing policies, and managing budgets. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree, 8 years of cost control experience in construction, and strong leadership skills. Fluency in English is required, and experience in the UAE market is preferred. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to financial planning and project decision-making.