Requirements
Minimum 15+ years of experience in cost control/commercial management with a major Tier-1 Main Contractor, specializing in MEP packages. Proven track record on large-scale building/Infra projects in the UAE or GCC region. Requires a B.Sc. in Quantity Surveying, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, or Commercial Management. Expertise in cost software (CCS Candy, CostX), ERPs (SAP/Oracle), POMI/NRM2 measurement rules, and FIDIC contracts. MRICS/CICES is preferred.
Description
The Cost Control Manager – MEP leads commercial and financial control across all MEP packages for major GCC main contracting projects. The role oversees the complete MEP financial lifecycle—from baseline budgeting, procurement buy-outs, and value engineering to CVRs, variation pricing, subcontractor valuation, and final account settlements to maximize profitability and cash flow.Key Responsibilities1. Budgeting, Cost Baselines & Value EngineeringSet up MEP Cost Baselines and WBS structures mapped to main contract budgets.Evaluate BOQs, schematics, and design packages to identify financial risks, scope gaps, and Value Engineering (VE) opportunities.2. Subcontractor Procurement & Financial ControlLead commercial negotiations and tender reviews for major MEP subcontracts and long-lead equipment (chillers, switchgear, AHUs).Certify monthly subcontractor payment applications based on verified site progress, managing variations, scope changes, and back-charges.3. CVR Reporting & Cash Flow ManagementDrive monthly Cost Value Reconciliation (CVR) reports, accurately forecasting Cost to Complete (CTC) and Estimate at Completion (EAC).Track cash flow, retention releases, advance payment recoupments, and Earned Value metrics (CPI/SPI).4. Variations, Claims & Commercial RiskIdentify, price, and negotiate Main Contractor variations and scope changes with Clients/Consultants.Partner with planning teams to evaluate cost impacts of disruptions, delays, and prolongation claims under FIDIC contracts.Candidate RequirementsExperience: Minimum 15+ years in cost control/commercial management with a major Tier-1 Main Contractor, specializing in MEP packages.GCC Track Record: Proven track record on large-scale building/Infra projects in the UAE or GCC region.Education: B.Sc. in Quantity Surveying, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, or Commercial Management. MRICS/CICES preferred.Technical Skills: Expert in cost software (CCS Candy, CostX), ERPs (SAP/Oracle), POMI/NRM2 measurement rules, and FIDIC contracts.