Lead Cost Engineer

• Lead and manage a team of cost engineers, ensuring effective collaboration and knowledge sharing.
• Develop and implement cost engineering strategies, methodologies, and best practices for infrastructure projects.
• Conduct comprehensive cost estimates, including material, labor, and equipment costs, to support project planning and budgeting.
• Review and analyze project designs, specifications, and contracts to identify potential cost implications and provide cost-saving recommendations.
• Monitor and control project costs throughout the project lifecycle, identifying cost variances and implementing corrective actions.
• Prepare and present cost reports, forecasts, and financial analyses to project stakeholders, ensuring transparency and accountability.
• Collaborate with project managers and other disciplines to integrate cost engineering into project planning and decision-making processes.
• Stay updated with industry trends, technologies, and cost-saving techniques to enhance cost engineering practices.
• Provide technical support and guidance to junior cost engineers, fostering their professional development.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and quality standards in cost engineering practices.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, with a minimum of 20 years of experience in cost engineering.
• Proven experience as a Lead Cost Engineer or in a similar senior role, preferably in PMC infrastructure projects.
• Excellent knowledge of cost engineering principles, methodologies, and industry standards.
• Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to mentor and guide a team of cost engineers.
• Proficiency in cost estimation software and tools, such as Microsoft Excel, CostX, or similar applications.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify cost-saving opportunities and implement cost control measures.
• Effective communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex cost engineering concepts to diverse audiences.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery of cost engineering services.
• Familiarity with Saudi Arabia's construction industry and local regulations is an advantage.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage and prioritize tasks effectively.