Manager - Cost Planning

Qiddiya Investment Company; Riyadh; Sur place; SAR 450 000 - 750 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Qiddiya Investment Company is seeking an experienced Senior Manager - Cost Planning to lead cost planning, cost control, and pre-contract cost strategies for its Saudi-based mega-projects. You will coordinate with design teams and external cost consultants to ensure budgets are met and value is maximized.

The role requires rigorous adherence to IPMS, NRM, and RIBA standards, with strong communication across stakeholders and an emphasis on robust feasibility analysis.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years in cost planning, quantity surveying or estimating.
• GCC construction experience; 2+ years preferred.
• Familiar with industry standards: NRM, RIBA, POMI.
• Experience on large-scale projects with construction value > SAR 200m.
• Proficient with cost planning software, CostX preferred.

Responsabilités

• Cost planning and value assessment to optimize outcomes while meeting project goals.
• Oversee cost movements and review cost plans submitted by consultants for accuracy.
• Ensure adherence to IPMS guidelines and defined policies and templates.
• Provide updates to business units on cost status and metrics during reviews.
• Benchmark design metrics with cost positions to assure across phases.
• Understand feasibility requirements related to cost planning.

Connaissances

Cost planning

Cost management

Stakeholder communication

Outils

CostX

MS Excel

Description du poste

Qiddiya Investment Company is looking for an experienced and analytical individual to join our team as Senior Manager - Cost Planning This role play an essential part in our mission to establish a world-class entertainment destination in Saudi Arabia You will be responsible for building up construction costs devising and overseeing pre contract cost management strategies and ensuring that all financial aspects of our projects are aligned with the overall budget and strategic goals of the organization

Primary Responsibilities

• Cost Planning Take a proactive approach to cost planning by understanding cost vs value equation ensuring optimal financial outcomes without compromising project goals
• Cost Consultant Management Oversee the monthly tracker for scope and cost movements from previous phases and assist in reviewing cost plans submitted by Cost Consultants for accuracy and design alignment Monitor and analyze design efficiencies as the project progresses ensuring that the 3rd party Cost Consultant adheres to the defined scope of work guidelines and procedures
• Standards Ensure strict adherence to defined policies and processes while maintaining a thorough understanding of IPMS measurement guidelines Demonstrate familiarity with Qiddiya s established policies processes and templates
• Business Units Provide internal updates to your Business Unit on the status of construction costs and design metrics Ensure representation during internal reviews to facilitate progress and successfully pass through Stage Gates
• Benchmarking Understanding of benchmarking to effectively integrate design metrics with cost positions ensuring assurance throughout all phases of the project lifecycle
• Feasibility Awareness of feasibility requirements with regards to cost planning

Experience and Requirements

• 5-7 years relevant Cost Planning Experience (Cost Planning, Quantity Surveying, Estimating) Local GCC Experience Worked in Local (GCC) Construction industry for 2 years or more (preferred) Expert with industry standards eg NRM, CESSM, RIBA, POMI, etc.
• Experience in working on large scale projects with Construction Value greater than: 200m SAR Familiar with benchmarking cost and design.
• Experience with costs/benchmarking in KSA or Middle East is preferable
• Basic ability to convey information.
• Limited experience in adapting messages for different audiences
• Strong Understanding: Proficient in using Cost Planning Software and aware of its application, CostX is preferable.