WSP

Plans and designs infrastructure projects

Projects Control Manager - Cost Engineering

Project ManagementConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeAbu Dhabi - United Arab EmiratesNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Finance, or a related discipline is required.
At least 15 years of experience in cost engineering, project controls, or cost management on large-scale infrastructure or maritime projects is required.
A proven track record leading cost planning, budgeting, forecasting, and control for multi-million-dollar projects is required.
Strong analytical skills, including interpreting complex financial data and producing clear, actionable reports, are required.
Knowledge of cost control software such as Primavera P6, SAP, or CostX, and advanced Excel skills, are required.
The ability to manage change orders, variations, and cost risk assessments is required.
Experience liaising with clients, contractors, and senior management, alongside effective communication and stakeholder management skills, is required.
Understanding of contractual terms, procurement processes, and governance frameworks in the construction industry is required.
The ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and adapt to dynamic project environments is required.
Fluency in English is required.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain detailed cost plans, budgets, and forecasts for assigned Abu Dhabi Ports projects.
Monitor actual costs against approved budgets and provide regular variance analysis.
Identify, assess, and mitigate cost-related risks and change impacts throughout the project lifecycle.
Prepare and present cost reports, dashboards, and financial performance summaries to senior management and clients.
Coordinate with project managers, commercial teams, and client representatives to align on cost objectives and contractual obligations.
Lead the preparation of cost estimates for variations, claims, and change orders, ensuring compliance with contractual terms.
Implement and maintain cost control procedures, tools, and best practices in line with WSP standards.
Support the development of cash flow forecasts and funding requirements for project financing.
Conduct post-project cost reviews and lessons-learned sessions to improve future cost performance.
Ensure adherence to corporate governance, audit requirements, and regulatory standards in cost-related activities.

Desired Qualifications

PMP, PMI-ACP, or a Cost Engineering certification such as CCE or AACE is preferred.
Arabic language skills are an advantage.

WSP Middle East Limited – Dubai Branch is seeking a seasoned Projects Control Manager (Cost Engineering) for its AE Maritime department (AE013718‑T&I‑01). The role drives cost planning, budgeting, forecasting and cost control across Abu Dhabi Ports projects, monitors financial performance against approved budgets, manages change and cost risks, and delivers accurate reporting and analysis to support strategic decision‑making. The successful candidate will work closely with project, commercial and client teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and in line with contractual and governance requirements.

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Finance or a related discipline; PMP, PMI‑ACP or Cost Engineering certification (e.g., CCE, AACE) preferred.
Minimum 15 years of experience in cost engineering, project controls or cost management on large‑scale infrastructure or maritime projects.
Proven track record of leading cost planning, budgeting, forecasting and control for multi‑million‑dollar projects.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and produce clear, actionable reports.
Excellent knowledge of cost control software (e.g., Primavera P6, SAP, CostX) and advanced Excel skills.
Demonstrated ability to manage change orders, variations and cost risk assessments.
Effective communication and stakeholder management skills, with experience liaising with clients, contractors and senior management.
Understanding of contractual terms, procurement processes and governance frameworks in the construction industry.
Ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines and adapt to dynamic project environments.
Fluency in English; Arabic language skills are an advantage.

Develop and maintain detailed cost plans, budgets and forecasts for all assigned Abu Dhabi Ports projects.
Monitor actual costs against approved budgets and provide variance analysis on a regular basis.
Identify, assess and mitigate cost‑related risks and change impacts throughout the project lifecycle.
Prepare and present accurate cost reports, dashboards and financial performance summaries to senior management and clients.
Coordinate with project managers, commercial teams and client representatives to ensure alignment on cost objectives and contractual obligations.
Lead the preparation of cost estimates for variations, claims and change orders, ensuring compliance with contractual terms.
Implement and maintain cost control procedures, tools and best practices in line with WSP standards.
Support the development of cash flow forecasts and funding requirements for project financing.
Conduct post‑project cost reviews and lessons‑learned sessions to improve future cost performance.
Ensure adherence to corporate governance, audit requirements and regulatory standards in all cost‑related activities.

About the Company

WSP

Plans and designs infrastructure projects

WSP is an engineering and science consultancy that helps governments and businesses plan, design, and manage infrastructure. Its teams work on transport networks, buildings, water systems, power facilities, and environmental projects, combining engineers with scientists, planners, and technical advisers. Services include feasibility studies, detailed design, environmental assessments, and project management, with specialists supporting assets through construction and operation. Clients pay through contracts priced by staff time, agreed project fees, or a share of project costs. Genivar reorganized as WSP Global in 2014, and the group is headquartered in Montreal, Quebec.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Montreal, Canada
Founded: 1959

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