Cost control & Planning engineer

  • Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • Full-Time
  • On-Site

Job Description:

We are looking for Cost Control & Planning Engineer who will be responsible to ensure project completion within the approved budget by minimizing cost deviations. Lead project cost control, budgeting, planning, development, monitoring, and forecasting.

Responsibilities

  • Provide planning and cost-control support across all projects, including variation reporting, milestone monitoring, and customer billing preparation.
  • Develop, maintain, and monitor project budgets.
  • Control total project expenditure; verify invoices and claims from suppliers, vendors, and subcontractors.
  • Review cost estimates and recommend improvements for future budgets and procurement strategies.
  • Manage project accounting databases to ensure accuracy, security, and timely updates.
  • Maintain strong relationships with vendors and service providers.
  • Prepare monthly project forecasts based on ongoing activities and team inputs.
  • Generate monthly cost reports to ensure expenditures remain within budget.
  • Support accounts receivable during billing cycles; monitor billing status and resolve unbilled items.
  • Safeguard company interests when dealing with external parties.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.

Years of Experience:

  • Minimum 5 years in project cost control and planning.
  • Proficiency in MS Project or Primavera preferred.