Senior Cost Manager

Client of AESG; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Senior Cost Manager with extensive experience in cost management, procurement strategies, and post-contract services. The successful candidate will support cost certainty and value optimization within construction projects, working closely with various stakeholders. Candidates should possess substantial experience, a relevant degree, and strong collaborative skills.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant experience in cost management.
• BSc in Quantity Surveying, Procurement, or related field required.
• Strong knowledge of procurement and contract management.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation of cost estimates and plans during design stages.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure cost-aligned decisions.
• Manage project cost control and reporting during construction.

Skills

Cost Planning

Benchmarking

Procurement Strategy

Project Cost Control

Tender Analysis

Education

BSc in Quantity Surveying

RICS Qualification (preferred)

Job description

Job Description
We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Cost Manager with a strong background in pre-contract services, particularly in benchmarking, cost planning, and procurement strategy, complemented by robust post-contract management capabilities. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting clients with cost certainty, value optimization, and commercial leadership within complex construction or infrastructure projects. The role will be based in Riyadh, KSA.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead the preparation of cost estimates and elemental cost plans during early design stages
• Develop detailed benchmarking data, cost models, and rate libraries across sectors and geographies
• Provide strategic advice on procurement, tendering approaches, and risk allowances
• Prepare detailed Bills of Quantities (BoQs), pricing documents, and tender analysis reports
• Facilitate value engineering exercises and provide insights for optimal design-cost decisions
• Collaborate closely with architects, engineers, and consultants to ensure cost-aligned design development
• Manage project cost control and reporting during the construction phase
• Evaluate contractor claims, variations, and payment applications
• Maintain cost forecasting, track budgets, and support change management processes
• Administer contracts in accordance with FIDIC/NEC/JCT conditions
• Support preparation of final accounts and commercial closeout reports
Qualifications & Experience:
• 10+ years of relevant professional experience in cost management and procurement.
• BSc in Quantity Surveying, Procurement, or a related field is required.
• RICS qualification or active RICS training is preferred but not essential.
• Strong team collaboration and stakeholder liaison capabilities.
• Strong knowledge of procurement, tendering, and contract management in construction or infrastructure environments.

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• Dammam/Khobar/Eastern Province - Saudi Arabia