Senior Cost Manager MEP

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What this job involves:

We are seeking an experienced Senior MEP Quantity Surveyor to join our team in Abu Dhabi for a data center project providing expert technical and commercial support across all project phases. This role requires a qualified engineer with comprehensive knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems combined with strong commercial acumen to manage costs contracts and procurement activities from inception to completion.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Update and maintain the Employers electronic cost management system in real-time
• Negotiate and agree ROM/variation values with contractors (subject to Employer approval)
• Coordinate assist and lead the change management process for all variations and instructions; Review and assist/respond to contractor RFIs variations and change requests
• Provide early warning advice / ROM on potential cost overruns or opportunities and prepare substantiation for proposed variation orders for Employer approval
• Chair commercial budget and cost meetings
• Monitor compliance with contractual obligations and Key Performance Indicators
• Maintain register of variation orders with approval status and costs
• Maintain and monitor registers of insurances bonds guarantees and payments with status and relevant details
• Monitor and report on cost performance against the Project Budget
• Maintain comprehensive records of all commercial correspondence and documentation
• Monitor and update the Risk and Opportunity Register with cost implications

Desired or preferred experience and technical skills:

• CostX measurement softwareor similar Advanced proficiency in digital takeoff and measurement.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and project management software.
• Familiarity with BIM software and MEP modeling tools.
• Experience with cost databases and benchmarking tools.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Quantity Surveying Construction Management Engineering or related field
• Minimum 8-10 yearsexperience in contract and cost management within the Middle East construction market.
• Minimum 3 yearsin a senior QS role managing complex MEP projects.
• Strong knowledge of regional construction contracts (FIDIC EPC design and build).

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If this job description resonates with you we encourage you to apply even if you dont meet all of the requirements. Were interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

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