Cost Section Manager

Parsons; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 380,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Parsons is seeking a highly experienced Cost Section Manager to lead cost management across multiple project packages and ensure projects stay on time and within budget.

You will develop cost control procedures, budgets, and cash flow forecasts, monitor costs, review contractor claims, and support procurement and commercial negotiations. The role requires senior leadership and strong stakeholder management in a complex project environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying, Cost Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• Typically 18+ years of experience in cost management within a large developer, PMC, or international engineering consultancy.
• Minimum 10 years of experience leading a Cost Management or Quantity Surveying team.
• Extensive experience in pre-contract and post-contract cost management.
• Proven experience in budget management, forecasting, and cash flow reporting.
• Strong knowledge of Cost Optimization, Benchmarking, and Cost Reporting.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Working knowledge of cost management software and reporting tools such as PMWeb, Power BI, Primavera, or equivalent platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Cost Management team across multiple project packages.
• Develop and implement cost control procedures to ensure effective project cost management.
• Develop and maintain project budgets and cash flow forecasts.
• Monitor project budgets and provide monthly cost reports, forecasts, and variance analyses.
• Track and report project costs against approved budgets and commitments.
• Review and verify all commercial and financial performance aspects, including contractor claims.
• Conduct risk analyses and advise on cost implications of changes.
• Evaluate claims, variations, and payment applications.
• Support procurement strategy, contract packaging, and commercial negotiations.
• Establish cost databases and benchmarking data.
• Coordinate with design consultants and stakeholders for cost control.
• Prepare final accounts and support closeout activities.

Skills

Cost management

Budget forecasting

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field

Tools

PMWeb

Power BI

Primavera

Job description

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next! At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what's possible.

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Cost Section Manager to join our team! In this role, you will lead cost management activities, oversee project controls, and provide strategic guidance to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget. You will collaborate with project teams, clients, and stakeholders to monitor performance, manage risks, and drive successful project outcomes.

We truly invest and care about our employee's wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead and manage the Cost Management team across multiple project packages.
• Develop and implement cost control procedures, processes, and best practices to ensure effective project cost management.
• Develop and maintain project budgets, and cash flow forecasts throughout the project lifecycle.
• Monitor project budgets and provide monthly cost reports, forecasts, and variance analyses.
• Track and report project costs against approved budgets, including committed costs, incurred costs, actual/paid costs, forecasts, and final/out-turn costs.
• Review, validate, and verify all commercial and financial performance aspects of the project, including assessment of contractor claims, cost benchmarking, forecast accuracy, and overall financial performance.
• Conduct risk analysis and advise on cost implications of the project changes.
• Evaluate contractor claims, variations, change orders, and payment applications.
• Support procurement strategy, contract packaging, and commercial negotiations.
• Establish and maintain cost databases, benchmarking data, and historical cost records.
• Ensure compliance with POMI, NRM, CESMM, CSI, Uniclass, and other applicable measurement standards.
• Coordinate with design consultants, contractors, project controls, procurement, and other stakeholders to ensure effective cost control.
• Prepare final accounts and support project closeout activities.

What Required Skills You'll Bring

• Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying, Cost Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• Typically 18+ years of experience in cost management within a large developer, PMC, or international engineering consultancy.
• Minimum 10 years of experience leading a Cost Management or Quantity Surveying team.
• Extensive experience in pre-contract and post-contract cost management.
• Proven experience in budget management, forecasting, and cash flow reporting.
• Strong knowledge of Cost Optimization, Benchmarking, and Cost Reporting.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Working knowledge of cost management software and reporting tools such as PMWeb, Power BI, Primavera, or equivalent platforms.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring

• Cost Control Systems and procedures
• Budget Control
• Cost management
• Quantity Surveying
• Cost Reporting & Forecasting
• Claims & Variations Evaluation
• Cash Flow Management
• Cost Optimization & Savings Initiatives
• Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills

Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.