Senior Cost Manager

Parsons Oman; Tabuk; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure company is seeking a Senior Cost Manager in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia. This role requires over 10 years of experience in cost management for large-scale projects, particularly in the Middle East. The ideal candidate will lead a team, manage budgets, and ensure robust financial governance. Strong leadership, negotiation skills, and a relevant degree are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in cost management.
• Significant exposure to major civil, infrastructure, or vertical construction mega-projects.
• Experience in the Middle East is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage cost control systems for The Line project.
• Establish and manage the overall project budget.
• Prepare detailed cost reports and variance analysis.
• Identify and manage cost-related risks.
• Oversee cost aspects of contract administration.
• Mentor and lead a team of cost professionals.
• Communicate financial status to stakeholders.

Skills

Cost estimating software

Project management information systems

Financial modeling

Data analysis

Leadership

Negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying

Professional certifications (e.g., MRICS, PQS)

Job description

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Job Description

Senior Cost Manager to join the team working in KSA, a revolutionary urban development project. This role requires a professional with a minimum of 10 years of experience in cost management on large-scale, complex infrastructure or mega-projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Cost Control: Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive cost control systems, including budgeting, forecasting, and earned value management across various work packages for The Line project.
• Budget Management: Establish and manage the overall project budget, ensuring robust financial governance and alignment with project scope and schedule.
• Cost Reporting & Analysis: Prepare detailed, timely, and accurate cost reports, variance analysis, and cash flow projections for project stakeholders and senior management.
• Risk Management: Identify, assess, and manage cost-related risks, developing mitigation strategies and managing the project contingency budget.
• Contract Administration: Oversee cost-related aspects of contract administration, including managing variations, claims, and final account settlements with contractors and suppliers.
• Team Leadership: Mentor and lead a team of cost professionals, fostering best practices and ensuring consistent application of cost management procedures.
• Stakeholder Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact for cost matters, effectively communicating financial status and recommendations to internal teams, external consultants, and NEOM leadership.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in cost management, quantity surveying, or commercial management, with significant exposure to major civil, infrastructure, or vertical construction mega-projects. Experience in the Middle East is highly desirable.
• Education: A Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field. Professional certifications (e.g., MRICS, PQS, or equivalent) are essential.
• Skills: Expertise in cost estimating software, project management information systems (PMIS), and advanced proficiency in financial modeling and data analysis.
• Aptitude: Proven ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, complex, and culturally diverse environment, demonstrating strong leadership, commercial acumen, and negotiation skills.

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