About the Role
A seasoned Projects Control Manager (Cost Engineering) is sought for the company Maritime department, overseeing cost planning, budgeting, forecasting, and cost control across Abu Dhabi Ports projects. This role involves monitoring financial performance against approved budgets, managing change and cost risks, and delivering accurate reporting and analysis to support strategic decision-making. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with project, commercial, and client teams to ensure timely project delivery within budget and in compliance with contractual and governance requirements.
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Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain detailed cost plans, budgets and forecasts for all assigned Abu Dhabi Ports projects.
- Monitor actual costs against approved budgets and provide variance analysis on a regular basis.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate cost-related risks and change impacts throughout the project lifecycle.
- Prepare and present accurate cost reports, dashboards, and financial performance summaries to senior management and clients.
- Coordinate with project managers, commercial teams, and client representatives to ensure alignment on cost objectives and contractual obligations.
- Lead the preparation of cost estimates for variations, claims, and change orders, ensuring compliance with contractual terms.
- Implement and maintain cost control procedures, tools, and best practices in line with the company standards.
- Support the development of cash flow forecasts and funding requirements for project financing.
- Conduct post-project cost reviews and lessons-learned sessions to improve future cost performance.
- Ensure adherence to corporate governance, audit requirements, and regulatory standards in all cost-related activities.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Finance or a related discipline; PMP, PMI-ACP, or Cost Engineering certification (e.g., CCE, AACE) preferred.
- Minimum 15 years of experience in cost engineering, project controls, or cost management on large-scale infrastructure or maritime projects.
- Proven track record of leading cost planning, budgeting, forecasting, and control for multi-million-dollar projects.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and produce clear, actionable reports.
- Excellent knowledge of cost control software (e.g., Primavera P6, SAP, CostX) and advanced Excel skills.
- Demonstrated ability to manage change orders, variations, and cost risk assessments.
- Effective communication and stakeholder management skills, with experience liaising with clients, contractors, and senior management.
- Understanding of contractual terms, procurement processes, and governance frameworks in the construction industry.
- Ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and adapt to dynamic project environments.
- Fluency in English; Arabic language skills are an advantage.
