Cost Manager

Due to the continuing success and growth of our AESG team, a fantastic opportunity has opened up at our award-winning Specialist Consultancy, Engineering and Advisory Firm.

We are headquartered in London, Riyadh, Singapore and Dubai, Cape Town, Cairo & Sydney working throughout the Middle East, Europe and Asia. Our areas of expertise are represented in four core verticals: Building Engineering, Planning and Infrastructure, Strategy and Advisory and Commissioning, Handover and Asset Management.

We pride ourselves in being leaders in the industry in each of the services that we offer. We have one of the largest dedicated team with decades of cumulative experience in sustainable design, fire and life safety, cost management, façade engineering, commissioning, building performance, waste management, environmental consultancy, carbon management and acoustics.

JOB PURPOSE

• Day-to-day management of AESG Cost Management project delivery, resource management, and proposals.

QUALIFICATION / EXPERIENCE

• BSc or MSc in a Quantity Surveying or Contracts related field.

• Minimum 5+ years of working experience.

• Proficient in Microsoft office and expert Excel skills.

• Measurement and CostX superuser.

• Strong understanding of Construction costs in both UAE and KSA.

GENERAL EXPECTANCY

• Significant experience and advanced competencies.

• Able to work independently on complex tasks.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Providing accurate cost advice and reporting to our clients.

• Delivering projects, commissions, and professional assignments.

• Maintaining effective communication to ensure all information is available for the successful completion of projects, liaising with other managers to ensure efficient financial control.

• Undertaking cost management services with limited supervision.

• Delivering all work outputs in an accurate and timely manner.

• Providing support to the team leader/service leaders in the cost management of projects.

• Ensure effective interaction between the cost management team and the operational teams.

• Carry out cost management including forecasting.

• Prepare cost estimates of project design stages.

• Monitor the contract's final cost estimates.

• Review, negotiate, and prepare claim settlements.

• Prepare the Final Account with all supporting documentation.

• Preparing tender and contract documents, including bills of quantities with the architect and/or the client.

COMPETENCIES

• Leadership / Management skills

Delegate tasks, provide feedback, and develop coaching abilities. Responsible for the day-to-day management and optimisation of the teams' operations and performance.

• Communication / Collaboration

Collaborate on projects, share insights, and coordinate efforts across departments. Handle disagreements or conflicts within teams or on projects constructively. Excellent communication and listening skills. Set realistic expectations. Understand the importance of tailoring communication style to different audiences.

• Technical Knowledge / Expertise

Undertake more intricate tasks and projects, applying knowledge to solve practical problems. Showcasing analytical prowess and capacity to independently carry out tasks. Demonstrating strong commitment to learning and continually expanding their knowledge base.

• Creativity / Innovation

Staying informed about the latest developments with industry technological advancements. Organise workshops or initiatives to foster creativity.

• Client Focus / Relationship Building

Ability to independently represent the company in a Client facing role and manage Client satisfaction.

• Strategic Vision / Planning

Actively contribute to the larger picture. Buy-in to corporate and divisional strategy. Ability to assist various divisions in developing business opportunities.

DEMONSTRATED KNOWLEDGE BASE AND PROFESSIONAL SKILLSET

• Time Management / Planning

Monitor progress and time taken to complete tasks to ensure tasks completion stays on track. Balance the time spent on activities, understanding and prioritising the urgency of tasks. Forecasts issues that will hinder the accomplishment of tasks. Effectively handling multiple tasks without compromising quality.

• Industry Experience / Thought Leadership

Demonstrated industry experience on a wide range of related project types, proven ability to efficiently manage project deadlines. Begin to establish the credibility as emerging thought leaders.

• Project Management / Operational Delivery

Ability to independently manage the delivery of smaller projects ($50k) in a Client facing role. Strong knowledge of technical discipline with experience in executing previous projects to a high level of independence.

• Leadership / Team Management Experience

Commence taking on elements of team management in sub projects. Demonstratable experience in managing small team of 2 or more, on live projects, or mentoring junior team members / graduates. Uphold AESG Core Values.

• Commercial Acumen / Business Development

Manage commercials on project delivery with support from more senior team members. Assist in creation and delivery of proposals.

• Problem Solving / Decision Making

May take on roles that involve coordinating tasks and solving specific problems within their areas of responsibility. Developing more advanced problem-solving skills, such as root cause analysis, and become proficient at making decisions that impact their immediate teams.

• Employee Focus / Process Compliance

Specialising in roles related to employee-centric practices. Actively coordinate efforts to enhance employee experience, such as planning & executing recognition programs, conducting surveys, and organising employee well-being initiatives. Identifies external regulations that can impact the organization.

• Upholding AESG Core Values

Upholding AESG Core Values such as: Honesty, Flexibility, Adaptability, Client-centricity and Collaboration.