Senior Cost Engineer

• The cost engineer reports to the Project Director/Manager and liaises with all other Cost Management, Unit members. Coordinate with client's senior representatives, Contractors, Subcontractors, Government Agencies, and Consultants as necessary.
• Support the Project Director in establishing and implementing department policies, goals, objectives, and procedures as approved by the Project Director.
• Support and participation in preparing the project's budgets and five-year plan and updating it annually.
• Support and participate in preparing the annual project budget plan and submitting it to the Ministry of Finance to approve the annual budget.
• Review the estimated cost of projects before the bidding phase.
• Develop and follow up on invoicing and payment processes.
• Managing the project's change management, review, and audit claims process.
• Manage and sustain the project's cost data using the appropriate Project Management Information System (PMIS).
• Participate in monitoring the project, reporting, and managing project dashboards.
• Review projects cash flow and recommends best practice for planning and updating.
• Represent the department in management meetings as necessary.
• Coordinate with client departments and divisions to implement the current and future deliverables and initiatives.
• Provide guidance, directions, and specialized assistance to projects.
• Monitor project cash flow, advise departments of any deviation in plans, and provide input and feedback to rectify deviations.
• Coordinate and develop related reports for inclusion in the Unified Monthly Report prepared by Cost Management Department.
• Establish, measure, and report the achievement of department goals and targets, KPI and performance.
• Assist the Director in identifying staff knowledge and skill sets gaps and implementing appropriate training.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the line manager/supervisor.

Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge and Skills:

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field of study.
• 10 years of relevant experience in the field of Project Cost management.
• Relevant Certification Preferred (ex., Project Management, Professional-PMP).
• Project Management Information Systems (PMIS) proficiency, an expert in using relevant software.
• Experience in working in a structured PMO.
• Experience in dealing with consultants/contractors/subcontractors.
• The candidate should have an excellent ability to read, analyze and communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing the Arabic Language.
• Proven ability to perform project management roles through knowledge and experience of Saudi Arabia Governmental practices and regulations.
• Time management, communication, and interpersonal skills.

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