Senior Cost Control Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Senior Cost Control Engineer to lead cost planning, monitoring, and reporting across large-scale landscape and infrastructure projects in Saudi Arabia. The role will play a key part in ensuring financial efficiency, budget compliance, and proactive cost management throughout the project lifecycle. Key Responsibilities • Develop and manage project budgets, cost plans, and cash flow forecasts • Establish cost baselines aligned with project scope and contractual requirements • Support tendering teams with cost data, benchmarking, and historical analysis • Track project costs against budget and identify variances • Prepare periodic cost reports, including earned value analysis (EVA) • Monitor commitments, expenditures, and forecast final project costs • Support contract administration, including variations, claims, and change orders • Evaluate subcontractor payments and progress valuations • Assist in cost impact assessments for design changes and site conditions • Prepare detailed cost reports for internal management and clients • Coordinate with project managers, planning engineers, and procurement teams • Provide insights and recommendations to optimize project costs • Identify cost risks and propose mitigation strategies • Participate in value engineering initiatives to improve cost efficiency • Ensure cost control processes align with project objectives and timelines Requirements & Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or related field • 8–12 years of experience in cost control within construction projects • Proven experience in landscape, infrastructure, or large-scale development projects in Saudi Arabia • Strong knowledge of cost control systems, budgeting, and forecasting • Familiarity with contracts (FIDIC preferred) and commercial practices • Advanced proficiency in Excel and cost control/reporting tools (e.g., Primavera P6, SAP, or similar) • Strong analytical, reporting, and communication skills Preferred Experience • Experience working on major projects (e.g., ROSHN, NHC, Qiddiya, or similar giga-projects) • Background in contractor or EPC environments • Experience managing high-value projects (100M+ SAR) Key Competencies • Cost analysis & financial management • Attention to detail and accuracy • Commercial awareness • Stakeholder coordination • Problem-solving and proactive thinking