Senior Cost Control Engineer

About the role

We are seeking a Senior Cost Control Engineer to join a major project in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role focuses on overseeing cost control activities, ensuring efficient resource allocation and financial performance for large‑scale infrastructure and construction projects.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and maintain comprehensive project budgets, ensuring accuracy and alignment with project goals.
• Conduct detailed cost analyses and provide regular cost performance reports to stakeholders.
• Maintain the Program and Project Cost Breakdown Structure (CBS) and manage version control of any changes.
• Support risk assessments and assist in developing mitigation strategies to minimise financial impacts.
• Create and update financial models to forecast project costs and cash flows.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure project deliverables meet cost and schedule requirements.

Required profile

• Minimum 10 years of experience in cost engineering or cost control within construction or infrastructure projects.
• Proven ability to manage large‑scale budgets and deliver accurate cost forecasts.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills for reporting to senior stakeholders.

Required skills

• Financial Modeling
• Risk Assessment
• PMO practices
• Cost management software
• Contract management
• Cost engineering principles
• Budget Management
• Primavera systems
• Excel