Senior Cost Controller (Construction)

About the role

A growing construction company in Dubai is looking for an experienced Cost Controller with a strong background in construction cost control, budgeting, financial forecasting and project profitability management, preferably with a main contractor in the UAE.

Key responsibilities

• Monitor project budgets, actual costs, commitments and financial performance
• Prepare monthly cost reports, profitability analyses and cost-to-complete forecasts
• Analyse material consumption, labour productivity and equipment costs
• Identify cost overruns, financial risks and opportunities for cost optimisation
• Review procurement commitments and subcontractor costs against approved budgets
• Coordinate cost reconciliation with Finance and project teams
• Prepare consolidated cost dashboards and management reports
• Support final cost reconciliation and project closeout

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or a related field
• 7-10 years of experience in construction cost control, preferably with a main contractor
• Proven experience in UAE/GCC construction projects

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of BOQs, budgeting, procurement, subcontracting and project cost management
• Advanced MS Excel; experience with construction ERP systems
• Knowledge of Power BI and earned-value analysis is an advantage

What we offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• UAE employment visa, medical insurance and annual tickets
• Professional growth and development opportunities